A new study indicates that identity thieves are using fake job ads to steal an estimated $7 billion from American taxpayers, with $800 million coming from the state of New York alone. These scams trick unwary job seekers into applying for a position...

Before hiring a candidate, many employers call for a credit check to be performed. Whether or not the position calls for handling money, an employer has several reasons for why they are performing the check. How you handle your personal finances can...

With the holidays here, there are boundless opportunities for great deals and more shopping than at any other time of the year. Though the holidays bring lots of joy, they unfortunately also bring a lot of opportunities for identity theft. Don’t...

Discrimination against older workers is a common issue, and for those suffering from this issue, it can be frustrating. It’s difficult when employers fail to recognize the talent and skills you can bring to the job. Unfortunately, a lot of employers...

When we think back on 2021 in the years to come, there is a good chance that we will remember it as the year everyone quit their jobs. In the last few months, the Department of Labor has reported record numbers of workers quitting their jobs. The...

The University of Michigan announced in November that it would remove two questions about a job applicant’s criminal history from their applications. The questions had asked whether or not the applicants had ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor,...

The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (Bureau) has released an advisory opinion that reaffirmed its position that when consumer reporting agencies (CRA) rely on name-only matching procedures, this is a violation of 15 U.S.C. § 1681e of the FCRA....

The California Fair Chance Act is the state’s take on the “Ban the Box” type legislation. This legislation is here to provide employees with protection from unfair discrimination due to criminal history. It is definitely worth learning some more about...

A Frederick, Maryland man has been convicted for participating in an identity theft ring that made use of computer databases run by state governments. This individual now faces up to 22 years in prison for his role in stealing the personal information...

Job hunters in today’s bustling market have a clear upper hand, with the majority of employers reporting struggling to hire enough employees. This means that most companies are working around the clock to hire talented job seekers. Despite this...