A new era in drug testing is upon employers in the wake of the pandemic
It is of particular interest to examine pre-employment drug screening for marijuana use, which is subject to ever-changing regulations at all levels of government.
Des Moines Passes ‘Ban the Box’ Law
Private employers in Des Moines may want to review their application and hiring processes to ensure they are not engaging in criminal history inquiries or criminal background checks until after a conditional offer of employment.
Congressional proposed bills to simplify a highly regulated industry
Rigorous federal requirements ensure that background checks are accurate. Unfortunately, some federal, state, and local court systems have begun redacting a vital identifier: complete date of birth (DOB).
How the Recent DOB Redaction Is Impacting Hiring in California & Michigan
The backbone of the background screening industry is criminal record checks at courthouses throughout the U.S. The screening industry has recently encountered multiple efforts to detract from the ability of consumer reporting agencies and courthouse researchers to provide accurate and up-to-date criminal records in a timely fashion. The Consequences of Privacy Michigan and California have […]
Colorado Restricts Credit Reports from Employment Decisions
Starting July 1, 2013, you will no longer be able to obtain prospective employees’ credit reports and history for employment purposes.