“Ban the box” legislation bars employers from inquiring about an applicant’s conviction or arrest record prior to a conditional offer of employment. This term and practice first emerged at the state level in Hawai’i and later gained national momentum when the grassroots organization All of Us or[…]

Achieving success with your business rests on the foundational building blocks of your employees and your products. When you have great employees, it can power business growth. These employees bring their passion, enthusiasm, and skills to work for your company, which creates cohesive teams and[…]

A growing aspect of the criminal justice reform are Clean Slate Laws, which seek to help individuals with a criminal record get a fresh start in the workplace. It’s essential to know how these laws impact hiring processes and criminal background checks for employers looking to hire employees in a[…]

Over the past few decades, the Internet has changed how businesses operate. The digital world comprises a central part of business operations, from storing large amounts of information online to depending upon internet connections to facilitate communication.

As an employer, it is important to be aware of the various ways in which federal regulations and court systems protect employees. Ensuring HR compliance with these regulations is crucial for safeguarding the well-being of your employees and preventing legal actions that could harm your business.

Being truthful on job applications is not only an ethical necessity, but a way to ensure legal good-standing and future career security. This is especially true as companies like The Orsus Group specialize in thorough verification processes to detect inaccurate or fraudulent information on job[…]

Background checks ensure responsible hiring, legal compliance, and workplace health & safety, but with such a wide range of providers offering screening services, it can be difficult to choose a comprehensive solution that meets all of your organization’s needs. While working towards mitigating[…]

Although pre-employment background screening is a foundational step in vetting candidates and protecting your organization and workforce, post-hire screening remains critical for employers seeking to avoid legal liabilities, workplace incidents, diminished productivity, reputational damage, and[…]

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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[…]