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Dos and Don’ts for Conducting Criminal Background Checks

Criminal background checks can put hiring decision makers between a rock and a hard place. Conducting them in all cases may leave companies open to claims of discrimination, but failing to conduct even one may result in a claim of negligent hiring if something goes wrong. How can companies navigate the legal waters surrounding background…

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To Check or Not to Check? Straight Talk about EEOC Guidelines for Conducting Criminal Background Checks

The Internet has made background checks easier than ever–and many employers are taking advantage of the opportunity. According to a survey by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), 93 percent of employers conduct background checks in some instances. While background checks may seem to be a valuable tool for spotting resume fraud or heading off…

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More Employers Say ‘No’ After Social Media Review

If you are looking for work, this article is a must read.  We found this article very interesting.  Just remember, once you put anything on the Internet, it will always be on the Internet and assessable by someone.  It was originally published by Staffing Industry Analysts – A staffing industry advisor on contingent work.  You…