Category: News

Atlanta, Georgia, has adopted an ordinance that amended its anti-discrimination laws. It provides new protections to individuals with a criminal history during employment. In addition, it expands the potential liability for employers that do violate...

Most employers in the United States run a background check on potential employees. This common practice means you will likely have many background checks performed on you over time. So, how far back a background check goes? Knowing this will give you...

No one wants to get an adverse action notice, but it’s crucial to answer if it does happen. If you take the time to reply, you could still get the job. This article will explain a pre-adverse action notice and how to respond to it. What is a...

Most people have experienced rejections for jobs, which often feels disappointing. It is particularly discouraging if you applied for a job with a company you wanted to work with, but you should not let this get you down. Being turned down is not the...

Identity theft can seriously disrupt your life. Aside from the many financial difficulties it can cause, you could find yourself losing your healthcare benefits or getting blamed for a crime an identity thief committed. Unfortunately, discovering whether...

The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) helps ensure that consumer reporting agencies collect the information fairly and accurately while maintaining privacy. This act is crucial for assisting many people since consumer reports majorly affect most people’s...

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has recently taken a stance against the reporting of “junk data.” In new guidance issued to background screening companies, the CFPB has clarified that they are obligated to filter for and screen “junk...

Most employers will run a background check on applicants they are seriously considering hiring. This decision is likely routine and not because they have any specific concerns. However, if you have anything that may cause problems in your background,...

When hiring new employees, companies want to ensure they pick candidates who will fit. To do this, more than 90% of employers perform a background check. This step is a routine process in most cases, but sometimes, red flags will come up. You may wonder...

The city commission in Gainesville, Florida, voted to move forward with a new Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance. This ordinance will go before the commission for discussion. This decision is good news for people with a criminal history, as it bans employers...