CFPB Warns Against Name-Only Matches, Says They May Violate FCRA
The FCRA establishes a broad range of consumer protections. A recent government advisory from the CFPB clarified that certain background reports may not meet FCRA standards.
The FCRA establishes a broad range of consumer protections. A recent government advisory from the CFPB clarified that certain background reports may not meet FCRA standards.
A recent Supreme Court ruling on an FCRA class action lawsuit could have implications for employers. While the lawsuit concerned credit reports, the ruling was broad enough that it could impact employ...
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 ...
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...
2020 has been a hectic year for everyone, but especially for employers. First, businesses had to contend with the stay-at-home orders wrought by COVID-19,
More companies than ever rely on contractors to perform huge volumes of work—and that pattern is not limited to industry disruptors such as Uber. According
The convenience store chain 7-Eleven recently paid out nearly $2 million to settle a class-action lawsuit that alleges it violated the Fair Credit Reportin
How does the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) apply to independent contractor roles? A recent federal court ruling out of the Southern District of Iowa may
For businesses at every level and of every size, regulatory compliance is a concern. Every industry has rules to follow intended to protect the public and
Was a background check run on you? You might not always know the answer if it’s a private check. For employers, it’s different. Find the facts here.