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Hiring hourly workers, especially in high-volume sectors like retail, hospitality, healthcare, and construction, presents unique challenges. The demand for quick hiring can sometimes lead to shortcuts in the background...more
A job applicant who claims he was not fully informed about adverse information that appeared on a background check is not entitled to relief under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (the FCRA), the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals...more
Proper and meaningful employee onboarding is essential. Learn best practices for effective hiring and initial onboarding to help diminish problems down the road. Interviewing, background and reference checks, as well as...more
You’ve gone through the hiring process, sent out an offer letter, and all that remains is the background check. But what happens when the results raise a red flag? You may decide to rescind the offer, but it’s not as simple...more
Los Angeles County’s “Fair Chance Ordinance” took effect today, requiring employers in the unincorporated areas of the county to comply with criminal background check rules that are more restrictive than those that apply...more
Trying to find the best background check for employers? That magical screening tool that will keep your organization and your workers safe? You’re not alone....more
Starting after Labor Day, employers with jobs located in the unincorporated areas of the County of Los Angeles, including work-from-home and hybrid positions, must comply with the County’s fair chance hiring ordinance. The...more
Here are curated AG and federal regulatory news stories highlighting key areas in which state and federal regulators’ decisions are having an impact across the US: •Missouri AG Investigates Hack of National Public Data - ...more
Missouri AG Andrew Bailey has opened an investigation into Jerico Pictures, Inc. d/b/a National Public Data, a background check data aggregator, over a data breach that has allegedly exposed personally identifiable...more
A growing number of states and municipalities have passed “fair chance” laws that, to varying degrees, prohibit employers from inquiring into a job applicant’s criminal background during the hiring process or restrict...more
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
The Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers takes effect on September 3. The law applies to employers doing business in the unincorporated areas of LA County, if they employ five or more employees....more
Whether you’re brand new to your career in HR or a seasoned veteran, you should know how important Background Screening Software can be to your business. The difference between an accurate, fast, and trusted background...more
Before Moore, Stoll, and Cunningham. Appeal from the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. Summary: No live controversy existed over patent claims omitted from infringement contentions prior to a...more
In Natera, Inc v. Neogenomics Laboratories, Inc., Appeal No. 24-1324 the Federal Circuit held that preliminary injunction may be valid if a substantial question of invalidity was not raised, even if the asserted patent is...more
One of the primary concerns for an organization that wants to start conducting business in a new country must be the laws of the specific country. Employment regulations vary widely from country to country and may be so...more
Employee Who Wanted To Donate/Freeze Her Eggs Was Not Protected By Pregnancy Statute - Paleny v. Fireplace Products U.S., Inc., 103 Cal. App. 5th 199 (2024) - Erika Paleny alleged harassment, discrimination and...more
The Federal Circuit has affirmed a lower court’s decision that the claims of a patent for software that manages pre-employment background checks weren’t patent-eligible. The case is In Miller Mendel, Inc. v. City of...more
Smart hiring often includes a post-offer criminal background check on the job candidate to help employers make informed decisions. This practice can reveal potential employment risks like theft, workplace violence, or...more
Employers in California face significant challenges when it comes to accessing public records for background checks, particularly concerning criminal history and motor vehicle records. California’s employment laws are...more
A gun trust is a specialized legal tool designed to help firearm owners manage and transfer firearms in compliance with federal and state laws. It provides a secure framework for owning, managing, and passing down firearms,...more
In finance, every decision matters. From managing investments to handling sensitive data, the industry demands trust and integrity. But how can you ensure the professionals you hire are worthy of that trust? This is where...more
Employers typically expend a great deal of effort on application processes, in order to make an informed hiring decision and to avoid hiring unsuitable candidates who quit or are fired after a short time....more
On June 17, the Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance issued a letter identifying two updates to Nebraska’s consumer financial services licensing laws that apply to entities with either the Nebraska Delayed Deposit...more
The use of digital nomad visas is a new trend gaining momentum in East Asia. These visas give individuals the legal right to work remotely while residing away from their countries of permanent residence. ...more