Background Checks

October 28, 2024

Setting the Standard for Accuracy and Client Protection

A recent news article published on HRDive highlighted the settlement between TransUnion and a job applicant, raising serious concerns about the reliability of background check providers. In this case, the plaintiff seeking a delivery driver... more

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July 12, 2024

The Importance of Disclosures in 2024

Background checks are essential for employers to make informed hiring decisions. However, to protect candidates' privacy and rights, it is crucial to follow legal requirements for disclosure and authorization. Employers must inform candidates about the... more

Atlantic Employee Screening

April 17, 2024

Balancing the Scales: The Value of Human Oversight in AI-Driven Background Screenings

Recent challenges with AI-conducted background screenings highlight the complexities and potential pitfalls of leveraging technology for such sensitive processes. Notably, companies like Instant Checkmate and TruthFinder were fined $5.8 million for violating the Fair Credit... more

December 27, 2023

What’s Next in 2024?

2023 has been a year of surprising amendments, the changing identity of HR, plus a shift from candidate-forward choice to one that relies more on the employer. Of course, that has everyone thinking: what could... more

May 19, 2023

Avoiding the Most Common Hiring Mistakes

In what experts call the "Big Stay," it's important as ever to hire individuals with the skills you are looking for: they're likely looking to stick around for a while! According to business.com, the Department... more

March 16, 2023

4 Reasons A Report May Be Returned As Clear

As a background screening company, we constantly get calls and e-mails about the criminal reports we return to our clients. And we love it! We’re here to help, especially when it comes to informing HR... more

February 24, 2023

6 Toughest HR Problems and How We Solve Them

We know human resources is one of the most challenging career paths out there. When you become an HR professional, you’re not only signing up to do one job – you’re signing up to take... more

November 29, 2022

Background Checks vs Investigative Reports: The Difference and The Details

You’ll never find the same information on a private investigation report or a background screening report. This is because private investigators do not have to follow the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), whereas any consumer... more

September 27, 2022

Using Background Screening Monitoring Services to Better Manage Remote Workers

Over 2 years ago, most workers across the globe were forced into a remote state. While some companies were eager to get back into the office, plenty of organizations decided to embrace working from home... more

May 27, 2022

Plans & Priorities of the Workplace in 2022

Between returning to "normalcy" post-COVID and entering the Great Resignation, human resource professionals are facing challenges now more than ever. But what are the main obstacles for your team, and how can you get over... more