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Choosing the right background screening vendor is a crucial step for any organization. The stakes are high, and getting it wrong can lead to costly mistakes or legal troubles. If you’re considering making a switch, you’re not...more
Are you a staffing agency navigating background screening legislation? With the sheer number of candidates you see every day, the monotony of background screening sends you into a false sense of calm....more
Have you ever binge-watched a reality TV show and unexpectedly found yourself drawing parallels to real-life situations? “Love is Blind” (LIB) is one of those television shows that brings up real, tangible feelings for many...more
In this webinar, discover why data security is more than a checkbox and gain insights into the risks and best practices that can safeguard your organization. Join industry experts as they delve into the risks, laws and...more
The FTC issued a proposed order against background report providers TruthFinder LLC, Instant Checkmate, LLC, and affiliated entities to resolve allegations that they violated the FTC Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act by...more
On July 24, the California Office of Administrative Law approved the Civil Rights Council’s (the Council) proposed amendment to California’s Employment Regulations Relating to Criminal History, which are set to become...more
On December 8, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) adopted a rule specifying the minimum national requirements for registration under the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA). The rule, which takes effect...more
More than 90% of employers use some form of a background screening on applicants or employees when making employment decisions. There can be several reasons for using them: ensuring safety in the workplace; reducing exposure...more
The Supreme Court of Arkansas ruled in favor of the Professional Background Screening Association (“PBSA”) against the Clerk of the Court of Benton County, Arkansas, Bentonville Division, holding that background screeners’...more
The Federal Trade Commission recently announced that it settled an action it filed against AppFolio, Inc. (“AppFolio”), regarding alleged unfair or deceptive acts or practices, in violation of Section 5 of the FTC Act, 15...more
On December 8, 2020, AppFolio, Inc. reached a settlement with the FTC for alleged violations of the FCRA to the tune of $4.25 million. AppFolio provides tenant background screening reports about consumers to property...more
The case law surrounding the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is ever-changing, and staying up to date on certain, key statutory definitions is a core compliance task for any company subject to the FCRA....more
On October 16, 2018, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced that RealPage Inc. (“RealPage”), a Texas consumer reporting agency focused on tenant screening, has agreed to pay $3 million to settle charges brought by the...more
Seyfarth Synopsis: Background screening companies that provide background checks to online child care job posting services in California may face increased civil liability as they seek to comply with new Assembly Bill No....more