True or false: You can ask for the date of birth on a background check authorization during the hiring process. With the increase in Ban the Box legislation, many business owners mistakenly think that it is illegal to ask for the applicant’s date of birth on a background check authorization form. The situation is complex. […]
Comply with EEOC Regulations for Criminal Background Checks or Face the Consequences
Does your company conduct criminal background checks as part of the employment application process? Do you follow EEOC regulations? Many companies are surprised to find out that their background investigations do not comply with EEOC regulations until it’s too late and they are facing lawsuits or fines. Thankfully, employers can avoid violations through compliance with […]
What Employers Can Do to Defend Against Workers Compensation Claims After an Accident
One of the biggest challenges facing many employers is workers compensation claims. In defending against these claims in the aftermath of an accident, employers need to know what their options are. One of them is drug testing. One recent case in Arkansas concerned a woman who severed her finger while working for a sewing contractor. […]
Conducting a Background Investigation on a Promoted Employee
There are several reasons to conduct background investigations on a promoted employee. A promoted employee may have exhibited unacceptable behavior in the time since the last background investigation. Without conducting another current background investigation there is no way to be aware of pertinent violations. The new job responsibilities may include increased access to a more […]
The Business Case for Crafting an Effective Job Description
A Job description is a critical part of finding qualified, highly skilled people to help your business grow and thrive. However, many businesses rush through the process of drafting them and fail to fully detail the many requirements of the position. This can lead to applicants and hires that are undertrained, improperly selected or who […]
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