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Philadelphia Boosts Protections for Credit History Used in Employment Decisions
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...
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Illinois Proposes Changes to How Employers Use Certain Criminal History
Feb 4, 2021 12:00:00 AM
By now, you are probably aware of the importance of checking up on state and local laws if you obtain background reports on your applicants and...
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New York City Restricts Use of Candidate Credit History
Jan 20, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Do your background reports contain credit information about your candidates? Some states, and cities, restrict the use of certain credit information...
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Regulations from Federal Agencies and the FCRA
Jan 13, 2021 12:00:00 AM
If you use background reports for employment purposes, you are probably well-versed in the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
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Employment Discrimination Based on Criminal History: A Cautionary Tale
Jan 7, 2021 12:00:00 AM
The laws around employment background reports are vast. If you use background reports, you probably take care to follow all applicable federal,...