Earlier this week we discussed the importance of developing strict compliance routines when conducting background checks. Whether you’re screening candidates in house or contracting with a nationally-accredited Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA) like Active Screening,...
A National Law Review article is reminding employers that deciding to conduct background checks is a good first step, but there are many things to consider when implementing screening policies and procedures. We’ve written a lot of good topical articles to support...
Here’s a couple of scenarios to think about:You’re a twenty-something, single woman searching for your first condo. You arrange to work with a male realtor (you saw his picture in a local magazine ad) and he suggests visiting a series of properties one night after you...
It’s another story for the crazy but true files. The Los Angeles Times is reporting that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) – you know, those folks who are supposed to be keeping our nation’s airports and flyers safe – cleared 73 people with...
Another big name company and its contracted background check firm are under attack for allegedly dropping the ball during pre-employment screening practices. This time, the Hertz Corporation, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc., and Sterling Infosystems, Inc. are...
A lengthy litigation between an event planning company and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is culminating this summer in a compensatory claim. Freeman, a live event services provider, has asked a Maryland federal court to award it nearly $1.7...
