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Illinois Human Rights Act Updates Are Now Law
With the change of seasons we are seeing changes to some laws. In February we talked about Illinois Senate Bill 1480 and about potential changes...
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Read the latest in background screening compliance.
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Costly Settlement for Alleged FCRA Violation
Apr 9, 2021 12:00:00 AM
The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) outlines the fundamental federal requirements for employment background checks done by consumer reporting...
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Vermont Bans Use of Credit Checks in Employment Decisions
Apr 6, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Some states and cities have introduced and passed bills to place restrictions on using credit checks for employment purposes. Generally, these laws...
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NYC Fair Chance Violation Complaint Delivered via FedEx
Apr 1, 2021 12:00:00 AM
The consequences of violating employment laws can be significant. Employers can face litigation, leading to big penalties. Macy’s recently...
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Philadelphia Boosts Protections for Credit History Used in Employment Decisions
Mar 25, 2021 12:00:00 AM
A consumer’s credit history is highly protected. What shows up affects consumers seeking jobs, housing, vehicles and more. Some laws promote...
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Small but Mighty: Rhode Island’s Credit Check Laws
Mar 18, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but some of its state laws align with some of the nation’s biggest. States like California restrict the use...
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Amendments Update Philly’s Ban the Box Law
Mar 9, 2021 12:00:00 AM
The City of Brotherly Love is home to many historic sites. From the Liberty Bell to those famous stairs from the movie Rocky, the city sure is a...
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Changes Ahead for the NYC Fair Chance Act
Mar 3, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Last month we discussed New York City’s Fair Chance Act (FCA). It places restrictions on how NYC employers can use certain criminal history...
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Understanding New York City’s Fair Chance Act
Feb 18, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Several “Fair Chance” or “ban the box” initiatives nationwide have been introduced or updated over the past year. Take, for example, the new Federal...
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Oklahoma! Where the Disclosures Are Written Plain
Feb 10, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Some states have their own background report disclosure laws. Our virtual road trip throughout the United States has introduced us to many states...