If you use any information in a consumer report provided by a third party, e.g. a firm that delivers background checks, to make an adverse hiring decision you MUST comply with the Adverse Action Steps outlined in the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). JDSupra has an excellent article here that describes in detail the steps […]

This article from Wayne State University Office of Internal Audit lists 5 easy steps to prevent Fraud. We would like to emphasize that the Office recommends establishing strong hiring procedures and a fraud hotline. This previous blog post lists the success of a fraud hotline. Wayne State University Office of Internal Audit joins movement to […]

Can an employer use background dossiers and algorithmic scores and other third-party reports to make hiring decisions without adhering to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau the answer is a resounding NO. What follows is a summary of the governance issuance by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. We […]

This article from FTI Consulting presents fundamental steps to safeguard your organization against fraud. Advances in technology, including AI, have led organizations to implement increasingly sophisticated fraud prevention and detection strategies. International Fraud Awareness Week (17-23 November 2024) serves as a timely reminder for businesses not to overlook the basics of fraud prevention. A fundamental […]