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Employers Paid Out $174M to Resolve Background Check Lawsuits

Cisive

A new compilation of court records finds that over the past decade employers have paid out over $174 million to resolve class-action lawsuits alleging that they violated federal rules governing the use of background-check reports on job applicants. Related : Why FCRA Standards and Processes Matter for Employers.

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Fair Chance Hiring and Criminal Background Checks

Sterling Check

As companies begin to scrutinize their hiring processes to eliminate bias and increase equity, the question of criminal background checks is often part of the conversation. Understanding these laws can help organizations to continue to conduct criminal background screening and still achieve goals of increased diversity.

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Understanding Disclosure and Authorization Forms

Crimcheck | Pre-Employment & Background Check Information

As an end-user of background reports, Employers are assigned numerous responsibilities, including providing and procuring certain disclosures and authorizations to and from consumers. FTC Staff Report, July 2011, p. FTC Staff Report, July 2011, p. What is Background Check Authorization?

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Perspective: Why #1 Matters in Background Screening

Aurico

Ethically minded consumers, anti-globalists, and informed investors are not just concerned with whether a product or service is good; they also want to know how any company they partner with is publicly perceived. It is for this reason that it is increasingly crucial to do business with a reputable background screening company.

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How Resume & Employment Verification Protects Employers

Cisive

Resume fraud is a global problem that affects employers, the gig economy, and volunteer agencies whether they are screening in the U.S., screening people with history outside of the home country, or screening outside of the U.S. A recent incident of resume fraud in the U.K. When Inflating Facts Becomes Resume Fraud.

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The HR Challenges Shaping the Healthcare Industry

Zenefits

Similar to other HR professional credentialing, they provide healthcare HR certification , industry-specific training and development. Validation of certifications and licensure at the onset of hiring must be meticulous. As patient information shifts to digital, issues of privacy and data protection become more urgent.