Earlier this month, we came across an eye-opening article written by Brian Krebs on an employment scam to get confidential identifying information. It is an increasingly common LinkedIn employment scam. There are over 196 million active LinkedIn users in North America alone, and any one of them could be impacted by this scam or a […]
Marijuana Impact on the Construction Industry
Employers in the construction industry have much to consider when it comes to drug testing. On the one hand there is dealing with new marijuana laws. And on the other hand there is the employers responsibility to maintain a safe working environment. A recent article by Bradley Arant nicely summarizes the various aspects of the […]
What Is In Your Background Investigation Authorization Release
Does your background investigation authorization release contain a liability waiver? If so, you could be making a costly mistake. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”), 15 U.S.C. § 1681b(b)(2)(A)(i)-(ii) specifically forbids a liability waiver, and including one can be met with severe consequences. Earlier this year, an employer by the name of Quantum Global Technologies […]
Using Criminal Convictions During the Hiring Process
Is it possible to use criminal convictions during the hiring process and stay compliant with most state laws? At first reading, it would seem that using criminal convictions in the state of Illinois has been outlawed. A deeper reading of the Illinois SB 1480 addressing the use of criminal convictions reveals a striking similarity with […]
A Ritual at Every Company Meeting
Every organization needs a ritual at every company meeting. It is important to communicate moments of magic with clients. These are positive experiences that bolster the enthusiasm of your associates. It helps to remind everyone of those services that help your clients achieve their goals. Shep Hyken explains in more detail in this article why […]
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