One recent case involving Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. led to a whopping $1.2 million settlement. What was the cause? The liability waiver in the background check authorization form. While small details during the hiring process might not be something that you are putting a lot of thought into, this case highlights how critical a legally-sound […]
Background Investigation and Drug Testing Mistakes and Opportunities
Our White Paper on Background Investigation and Drug Testing Mistakes and Opportunities is now available with updated content. Just click here to download Hyper Link White paper of Screening and Drug Testing Mistakes and Opportunities Our objective in this White Paper is to: Build Awareness of Mistakes Other Organizations Have Made in the Background Investigation […]
Asking for Date of Birth on a Background Check Authorization
True or false: You can ask for the date of birth on a background check authorization during the hiring process. With the increase in Ban the Box legislation, many business owners mistakenly think that it is illegal to ask for the applicant’s date of birth on a background check authorization form. The situation is complex. […]
Comply with EEOC Regulations for Criminal Background Checks or Face the Consequences
Does your company conduct criminal background checks as part of the employment application process? Do you follow EEOC regulations? Many companies are surprised to find out that their background investigations do not comply with EEOC regulations until it’s too late and they are facing lawsuits or fines. Thankfully, employers can avoid violations through compliance with […]
Conducting a Background Investigation on a Promoted Employee
There are several reasons to conduct background investigations on a promoted employee. A promoted employee may have exhibited unacceptable behavior in the time since the last background investigation. Without conducting another current background investigation there is no way to be aware of pertinent violations. The new job responsibilities may include increased access to a more […]
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