Employment Credit Checks: What Employers Can and Can’t Do

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When making a hiring decision, many employers want a complete picture of a candidate’s background. Criminal checks, verifications, and reference checks are common. But what about credit checks? Credit reports can provide useful insight in some cases, yet they’re also heavily regulated, often misunderstood, and not always appropriate. Knowing when and how to use them […]

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Healthcare Background Checks: Protecting Patients, Staff, and Compliance

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In healthcare, trust and safety are everything. Patients count on providers not just for skilled care, but for a safe environment where their wellbeing and personal information are protected. For employers, that means every hire carries weight. Healthcare background checks aren’t the same as general employment screening. They require deeper verification, industry-specific searches, and careful

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Seasonal Hiring Risks Beyond the Summer

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Seasonal hiring isn’t just a summertime rush for lifeguards and camp counselors. Retailers, hospitality businesses, delivery companies, and event venues often bring on waves of temporary workers during the holidays, spring events, and other busy times of the year. While seasonal employees can keep operations running smoothly, they also introduce risks that can be overlooked

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Why Re-Screening Existing Employees is Worth the Effort

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Most employers know the value of running background checks before hiring. But what about after an employee has been on the job for a year, five years, or even longer? Circumstances change, and so can the risks to your business. Periodic re-screening, sometimes called “re-verification”, is a proactive way to protect your organization, your team,

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