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Heroes Act: Where the Pandemic and Background Checks Could Intersect
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has a far-reaching impact on us all. We’ve had to monitor access to courthouse records during state closures,...
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Into the Wild of Montana’s Disclosure Requirements
Oct 1, 2020 12:00:00 AM
The great outdoors called to many of us in recent months. It’s been a much-needed break from at-home offices and busy homes in lockdown. Residents of...
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North Carolina Firing Up Ban the Box
Sep 22, 2020 12:00:00 AM
If you like your barbecue sauce true North Carolina style, you know it should drizzle, not stick, to what’s in the pit. A recipe isn’t always needed,...
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Macy’s Learns What’s in Store for Employers Who Engage in Discriminatory Employment Practices Using Background Report Information
Sep 16, 2020 12:00:00 AM
Retail stores are no strangers to matters of civil rights. For decades, civil rights laws have helped keep retailers accountable for consumers’ civil...
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“Minnesota-Nice” Background Check Disclosures
Sep 8, 2020 12:00:00 AM
Some states have their own background check disclosure laws. California, Massachusetts, and more may require disclosures, besides FCRA disclosures,...
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Full Disclosure: Getting to Know Massachusetts Background Report Compliance Notices
Aug 17, 2020 12:00:00 AM
Background checks from a background screening company start after a few basic steps. Consent forms must be signed, and disclosures presented. Once...
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Holy Toledo! Salary History Ban Moves into Toledo, Ohio
Aug 11, 2020 12:00:00 AM
Protecting job candidates means more laws take their corner on privacy rights. More locations are restricting information about employment...
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Blocking in Memphis: Ban the Box Comes to Shelby County, Tennessee
Aug 3, 2020 12:00:00 AM
Music landmarks and legends found a home in Memphis. It’s home to the biggest movements in blues, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll. Now the second biggest...
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More California Background Report Disclosures: San Francisco
Jul 28, 2020 12:00:00 AM
We’ve talked about how, in California, the Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (“ICRAA”) and the Consumer Credit Reporting Agencies Act...
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DHS Extends I-9 Compliance Flexibility
Jul 20, 2020 12:00:00 AM
Last month, we discussed the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) news release announcing a 30-day extension in I-9 compliance flexibility to July...