The State of California has recently made some Fair Chance Act amendments, which adjusted the state's background check procedures. The California background check changes took effect on October 1, 2023, and are designed to redefine and clarify existing obligations for employers. Additionally, the[…]

Banning salary inquiries during the hiring process is an essential step towards leveling pay disparities, fostering pay equity, and creating a more inclusive workplace environment. In this article, we’ll explore the origins and efficacy of salary history bans, the jurisdictions where they are[…]

Background screenings must be both timely and accurate to ensure a smooth hiring process and compliance with relevant laws. An expedient background check can mean the difference between onboarding a talented candidate quickly or losing them to a competing organization. Likewise, inaccuracies in the[…]

The term “adverse action” or “adverse employment action” emerged from a number of federal court cases concerning the enforcement of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Title VII forbids employers from discriminating against employees based on protected characteristics like age, race, religion,[…]

To prevent acts of workplace violence and promote a respectful and inclusive working environment, various states and localities have established harassment training requirements for employers. The conditions of these statutes vary by jurisdiction, creating distinct requirements regarding training[…]

As part of pre-employment background screening, many employers investigate criminal history and verify employment history, but education verification is another integral step towards vetting and hiring top talent. Whether it’s for an executive position or an entry-level position requiring specific[…]

Incidents of workplace violence are a growing concern for many employers, especially in certain industries like healthcare, where the rate of injuries increased 63% from 2011 to 2018 and further intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic. Of course, the incident figures across industries are[…]

As part of the hiring process, many employers conduct criminal background checks and employment verification, but these steps are only part of a successful pre-employment screening. More organizations are beginning to use third-party providers to verify college degrees and other educational[…]

Across industries, retirement percentages are on the rise, skill gaps continue to grow, and job seekers desire more flexibility and benefits in the workplace. As a result of these developments, many employers are struggling to develop strategies to cost-effectively address talent shortages to[…]

Picture this: you post a job opening, and your inbox gets flooded with applications. Sorting through these to spot potential hires based on their skills and past experience can feel like a huge task, and that's before the interviews even start.