E-Verify a Mandate in Four States Starting January

E-Verify is used by the U.S. government to gather information about a foreign employee’s Employment Eligibility Verification and compare it with the information available in their records. If they find any inconsistency in the data, the employer is notified, and the employee is given eight

AAU Makes Background Checks Mandatory to Keep Our Youth Safe

The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), one of the largest non-profit sports organizations in the country has been helping children realize their potential and achieve their dreams. Recently the organization has conducted wide background checks, screening 27,000 adults. This exercise brought disturbing results to light: 150

Background Checks for Politicians

Ever wonder if the high-ranking politicians and government officials also undergo background check just as the cashier at your bank, especially in the midst of a scandal? According to a recent article in Washington Post, the D.C. office of the Chief Financial Officer has improved

Social Media and Employment Screening

Social media is a new age platform and we are still deciphering the scope, etiquettes, and opportunities of this channel. It is used to stay connected with friends, as a tool for marketing and also for pre-employment background screening. The important factor to keep in

Changes to EEOC’S 29 C.F.R. Part 1614

In July 2012, The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a final rule modifying parts of the complaint process used by federal employees and applicants who have been victims to employment discrimination by federal agencies. These changes are effective as on September 24th, 2012. The