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How Resume & Employment Verification Protects Employers

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Resume fraud is a global problem that affects employers, the gig economy, and volunteer agencies whether they are screening in the U.S., screening people with history outside of the home country, or screening outside of the U.S. A recent incident of resume fraud in the U.K.

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How Can the Improper Use of Background Checks Could Get You Sued?

Crimcheck | Pre-Employment & Background Check Information

The company was accused of wrongly using background checks when making hiring decisions. another staffing firm – was slapped with a similar class action lawsuit for improper criminal background checks. According to the lawsuit, Aerotek conducted a criminal background check on an employee, Craig Mitchell.

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Staffing Companies Beware: Improper Use Of Background Checks Could Get You Sued

Crimcheck | Pre-Employment & Background Check Information

The company was accused of wrongly using background checks when making hiring decisions. another staffing firm – was slapped with a similar class action lawsuit for improper criminal background checks. According to the lawsuit, Aerotek conducted a criminal background check on an employee, Craig Mitchell.

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Employers Paid Out $174M to Resolve Background Check Lawsuits

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A new compilation of court records finds that over the past decade employers have paid out over $174 million to resolve class-action lawsuits alleging that they violated federal rules governing the use of background-check reports on job applicants. Related : Why FCRA Standards and Processes Matter for Employers. million).

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Prepare Your Questions For #HRTechWorld and #HRTechConf

In Full Bloom HR

That’s why I published the original take of this post on 9-12-2011 , just in time for the 2011 HR Technology Conference, and I’ve been doing almost annual updates ever since. So I have referred a lot of business to capable colleagues, suggested useful reading / conferences / discussion groups /etc.,

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FCRA Compliance: The Cost of Clarity

Crimcheck | Pre-Employment & Background Check Information

As one of the hiring managers, you’ve had your staff put together hiring packages that will inform job candidates about the company culture, provide them with descriptions of positions you are trying to fill, and even allow them to prepare a hard copy application right on the spot. What FCRA Court Rulings Should You Be Concerned About?

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Understanding Disclosure and Authorization Forms

Crimcheck | Pre-Employment & Background Check Information

As an end-user of background reports, Employers are assigned numerous responsibilities, including providing and procuring certain disclosures and authorizations to and from consumers. FTC Staff Report, July 2011, p. What is Background Check Authorization? What is Background Check Authorization?