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Employment History

Why Should Companies Care About Employment Verification Checks?

Vetting means more than criminal background checks. Explore why employers should care about more in-depth verifications, including employment and education.

By Michael Klazema | 01/31/2023

Construction, Manufacturing and Contractors

What Could Disqualify a Contractor From a Job?

What should you look for with contractor background checks? Find out what red flags to watch for and what to do if you see them during hiring.

By Michael Klazema | 01/25/2023

Transportation

Driver Recruitment & Retention: What Today's Carriers Should Consider

How can trucking companies survive and thrive in today's employment environment? Explore strategies for improving recruitment and retention today.

By Michael Klazema | 01/25/2023

Transportation

Second Chance Opportunities Expand Across the Transport Industry

As the transportation sector continues to face a labor shortage, some carriers have expanded their hiring pool. Could these jobs be a road to a second chance?

By Michael Klazema | 01/23/2023

Compliance and Legislation

New Year Brings New Record Sealing Laws Into Effect

Across the nation, in 2022, multiple states passed new laws concerning old criminal records. In 2023, many come into force. What does it mean for employers?

By Michael Klazema | 01/23/2023

Health Care

Can Someone Work in Healthcare With a Criminal Record?

Can a healthcare organization hire someone with a prior conviction? The answer depends on the conviction and the state. See what your organization should know.

By Michael Klazema | 01/16/2023

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AirBNB and Inconsistent Background Checks: Can Businesses Do Better?

After AirBNB endured a major PR headache in 2022, conversations have continued about how companies can best handle vetting. What lessons are there?

By Michael Klazema | 01/16/2023

Drug Screening

Federal and Future State Pardons for Cannabis Complicate Employment Screening

In the wake of a federal blanket pardon for low-level cannabis crimes, some states have begun considering a similar approach. What does it mean for employers?

By Michael Klazema | 01/11/2023

Real Estate

California County Bans Tenant Background Checks

Across the US, many communities struggle with a growing homelessness crisis. One California county hopes to expand opportunities by ending background checks.

By Michael Klazema | 01/6/2023

Driving Records

Background Checks and Due Diligence for Bus Drivers

Bus drivers are a critical part of the school system, but are schools doing enough to protect young passengers? Proper vetting is crucial; see why.

By Michael Klazema | 12/16/2022

School and Education

Do Schools Ever Run Background Checks on Parents?

Should schools ask a parent for a background check? There are times when vetting parents may be a smart idea. See how and why schools choose this path.

By Michael Klazema | 12/12/2022

Drug Screening

Is Workplace Drug Testing Still Relevant?

Drug testing is still critical for safety and compliance in many ways. Changing laws haven't altered its relevance.

By Michael Klazema | 12/9/2022

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