New York has joined a growing number of states and local jurisdictions that significantly restrict the use of credit reports in hiring new employees and
When the federal government grinds to a halt, many of the systems that employers rely on to verify education, employment history, and professional credentials also
Credit reports for employment purposes have evolved significantly. While it was once common practice to include a credit check in the hiring process, legal restrictions
In today’s competitive job market, where resumes can be polished to perfection and interviews rehearsed, a professional reference often offers the most honest look at
“After careful consideration of your application and qualifications, we regret to inform you that we have chosen to move forward with another candidate for the
We regularly receive employment screening questions from prospects, new clients and the general public. Over the years, we’ve addressed many of them via our blog.
Loyal readers may be wondering if this is yet another Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) article. Well, ok, yes. But we’ll also be discussing U.S.
As someone who grew up in the 1980s, I’ve really enjoyed binge-watching the first three seasons of Cobra Kai on Netflix. The show chronicles the present-day lives
Hiring a new employee without verifying the job candidate’s credentials can create a serious risk to the company. The additional expense of thoroughly vetting a
According to a 2018 CareerBuilder survey, a majority of employers are using social networking sites to research job candidates. The good news: Prospective employers can
