Skip to the main content.

Featured resource

Ban the Box Guide

Our new Ban the Box Guide makes it easier than ever to decipher the patchwork of fair chance laws across the country. Check the map to quickly identify what laws apply to you.

Visit the guide ›

PBSA Accredited

Verified Credentials is proud to be accredited by PBSA and an original founding member. Our accreditation confirms that our policies, processes, and employee training meet rigorous industry compliance standards.

Industry news

Read the latest in background screening compliance.

California

3 min read

California's Proposed Protections on Automated Decision-Making Technology

In November 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) made a public announcement proposing new regulations when using automated...

Keep reading

2 min read

Changes to California’s Fair Employment & Housing Act

On September 28, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1100, an amendment to California’s Fair Employment & Housing Act (FEHA), introducing...

Keep reading

2 min read

Doe v. California Dept. of Motor Vehicles: A Look at California’s MVR Reporting and Employee Law

A recent case, Doe v. California Dept. of Motor Vehicles, could spark further discussions on how California reports motor vehicle record checks. The...

Keep reading

1 min read

Federal Trade Commission Issues Final Rule on Noncompetes

On April 23, 2024, by a 3 to 2 vote, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule to “promote competition by banning noncompetes...

Keep reading

2 min read

LA County’s 2024 Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

Los Angeles County has introduced a new Fair Chance Ordinance for employers, effective September 3, 2024. Previously, we tracked other Fair Chance...

Keep reading