Employment Background Checks Impacted Amid Kansas Judicial Cybersecurity Attack
The Kansas court system recently faced a severe cybersecurity breach. This incident disrupted the court's information systems, causing delays for employers reliant on background checks.
View ArticleDenton City Council Delays Vote On Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance To Debate...
Denton City Council delays vote on Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance after considering public feedback. Denton Chamber of Commerce proposes a second chance hiring model, prompting reevaluation.
View ArticleNew Legislation Affecting Criminal Background Screening in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia have implemented changes that impact employer practices regarding criminal background screening. Read more about these changes at the state and city level.
View ArticleNew York Enacts Legislation Restricting Employer Access to Employee Social...
New York recently signed a law effectively limiting employers’ ability to access the personal social media accounts of both employees and job applicants. The legislation, marks a significant shift in...
View ArticleImpacts of Los Angeles Court’s Revised Search Procedures on Criminal...
As of February 23, 2024, the Superior Court of Los Angeles County will no longer use birth month and year as search criteria for criminal records. Employers must prepare for background check delays,...
View Article#LifeAtHireRight: Working with International Sanctuary
Join us in honoring and celebrating women worldwide today and every day! We had the privilege of chatting with Wendy Dailey from International Sanctuary. Wendy shares the incredible work of...
View ArticleOregon Legislators Pass Bill to Revert Drug Decriminalization Measures
In response to the escalating overdose crisis, Oregon legislators have approved legislation which reverts the state's pioneering drug decriminalization efforts, marking a significant shift in drug...
View ArticleExploring the Advantages of Oral Fluid Testing
Drug testing as a part of employment background screening in the U.S. has been a hot topic for years, balancing workplace safety with concerns about efficiency and privacy. Traditional methods of drug...
View ArticleEmployers Must Implement Updated FCRA Summary of Consumer Rights
The CFPB released two versions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act Summary of Consumer Rights in 2023. Learn how to differentiate between versions for compliance in 2024.
View ArticleLos Angeles County Introduces Fair Chance Ordinance For Employers In...
Los Angeles County adopted an ordinance to implement the Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. This “ban-the-box” ordinance imposes obligations on employers in unincorporated areas of the County...
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