There are many clear benefits in performing background checks, such as screening out candidates who give incomplete or inaccurate information on their application, or are not suitable for the job due to relevant criminal...more
As reported in previous Alerts, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently filed suits against several employers including Dollar General and BMW Manufacturing Co. claiming that they improperly used...more
On April 25, 2012, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued updated guidance on the use of criminal background checks in making employment decisions. The guidance clarified the EEOC’s position that blanket...more