Michael Klazema

teacher background checks

Does Your School Need to Review Its Teacher Background Checks?

Two recent news stories highlight the importance of regular reviews for teacher background check policies at educational institutions: a teacher was killed in a drug-related shootout that tied him to ...

Failed Background Check After Receiving a Job Offer - What's Next?

Matching a person to a job is hard work, which is why it is a victory to find the perfect candidate and extend him or her an offer of employment—but what if that candidate failed a background check af...

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EEOC Files Lawsuit Against New York School District for Alleged Equal Pay Violation

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed an equal pay lawsuit against a New York school district, alleging that the district paid a female superintendent notably less than her male...

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Illinois Adds New Restrictions for Employers Using Criminal Background Checks

Illinois recently updated its Human Rights Act to include restrictions for the use of criminal background checks in hiring. Employers that fail to comply with state background check restrictions will ...

FBI background checks

Background Screening Waived for Staff at Migrant Facilities

The Biden administration has come under fire for waiving FBI background checks at emergency migrant facilities near the Mexican border. While staff and volunteers are still subject to background check...

child care background checks, home care

Background Checks to Protect Minors

In services providing child care, the background check is among critical resources for safety. See everything you need to know about this important tool.

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Background Screening for Dating Goes Mainstream: Tinder Adds Background Checks

Match Group, the company that owns Tinder and several other dating apps, recently announced that it would be rolling out a new background check feature. The news could push broader adoption of backgro...

Child Care, Foster Care, and Background Checks to Protect Minors

A daycare background check is essential for protecting vulnerable children while their parents work. Explore what goes into the process and other facts to know.

credit check, FCRA

A Legal Update on Background Screening Laws in Philadelphia and Illinois

Legislative changes in Philadelphia and Illinois will affect how employers in these jurisdictions use background checks and credit checks for employment decisions. Read our report to learn the key det...

background checks for tenants, tenant screening

An Update on Fair Chance Housing Ordinances and Tenant Background Checks

Landlords in 2021 must navigate significant regulatory upheaval in tenant background checks and federal housing vouchers. Here’s an update on recent ordinance activity in both categories.