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Background checks are a standard part of hiring for many companies, and they are increasingly used for housing applications and when purchasing firearms. As these checks become more routine, any…

If your company fits into one of these categories, it is worth paying some attention to the many reasons why background checks are important. Some of the best reasons include:…

The reality is that landlords often have difficulty finding reliable tenants who care for the property and pay rent on time every month. And renting to the wrong person can…

Criminal background checks are becoming a standard part of the hiring process. Nearly all – 96% – of companies conduct background checks as a part of the hiring process. While…

The thought of going through a background check is nerve-wracking for anyone. But it can be especially stressful for individuals who have felony convictions on their record. Even if the…

Background checks are becoming more common. They currently serve as an employer’s primary means to secure information about potential employees from sources other than the applicant themselves. This process also…

The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) conducts background checks on people who want to own a firearm or explosive, as required by law. Because this system is different…

Criminal actions that result in felony and misdemeanor convictions can impact a person’s life for years to come. As a result, clean slate laws are becoming more common as lawmakers…

Fair hiring laws are often referred to as ‘Ban-the-Box’ or fair-chance hiring laws. These laws require employers to remove questions on job applications that ask whether the candidate has ever…