Both California and Washington have passed legislation that will impact their pre-employment testing policies once the new year rolls around. Pre-employment drug testing is governed by a patchwork of federal,…
As laws and regulations governing employment and background checks evolve, there is often much confusion on the part of both employers and employees in terms of what is legal and…
There is a popular movement nationwide to enact ‘Clean Slate Laws.’ These laws essentially reduce the availability of background criminal information to reduce housing and employment discrimination. With almost one…
It’s common for people to think that conducting a background check is much easier than it actually is in many instances. For example, some think you can simply enter a…
Companies are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) applications for various uses. These platforms can, boost efficiency and productivity, and help make better data-driven decisions. But AI is also finding increased…
Background checks are an essential part of the hiring process, with approximately 96% of companies conducting some form of background check during the hiring process. But as privacy becomes a…
As social media has become a more prominent element in most people’s lives, it also plays a more pivotal role in hiring. We’ve all heard horror stories about finding the…
Despite the fact that background checks are becoming a more common part of the hiring process, some business owners still don’t see the benefits of conducting background checks when expanding…
Background checks are run for various reasons. A rental or real estate-related company may run background checks to confirm that a candidate will make a suitable tenant. When leasing a…