The True Cost of Employment Verifications

Employment verification remains an indispensable part of an in-depth background screening process, especially for government contractors and employers in healthcare, finance, and other high-risk industries. Nevertheless, steeply rising costs, hidden fees, and underwhelming clearance rates continue[…]

The Benefits of Social Media Screening in Today’s Hiring Process

In a digital-first world, the online presence of your employees can have a direct impact on your organization’s reputation, culture, and bottom line. For leadership roles, client-facing positions, and other high-visibility roles, a resume and interview alone may not provide the whole picture.[…]

The Orsus Group Reaccredited by PBSA

We are proud to announce that The Group has once again achieved reaccreditation from the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) under theUS Employment Screening Standard Version 3.0. This prestigious recognition reaffirms our unwavering commitment to excellence, accountability, and[…]

Understanding the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, also known as the "Ban the Box" law, aims to provide individuals with a criminal record a fair chance at employment by prohibiting federal contractors and agencies from inquiring about criminal history until a conditional job offer is made. Understanding and[…]

Minnesota Clean Slate Law: What Employers Need to Know for 2025

Effective January 1, 2025, Minnesota's Clean Slate Law introduces new expungement rules that will impact hiring practices. Employers must update their policies to comply with this law and ensure fair treatment of job applicants with qualifying criminal records.