What is Random Drug Testing?
Of the many types of workplace drug testing that one can perform, one of the most prevalent is...
Employer's Guide to Using Arrest and Conviction Records and State Laws
While federal law does not prohibit employers from asking about a potential employee's criminal...
FMCSA Clearinghouse: Answers to frequently asked questions
The FMCSA Clearinghouse is an online database that contains information about violations of Federal...
3 Ways to use technology to improve background check turnaround time
Your goal as the recruiter is to find and hire the most qualified candidate for your open position....
What multi-state employers need to know about state drug testing laws
The creation and maintenance of a compliant drug and alcohol testing policy is essential for...
Which States Have Ban-The-Box Laws?
There are now 36 states and over 150 cities with ban-the-box laws in some form or another. This...
How Ban-the-Box impacts your hiring process
Ban-the-Box is a grassroots movement that seeks to remove potential discrimination in hiring...
How to Conduct Individualized Assessments in Background Checks
In 2012, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), under Title VII of the Civil Rights...
What you need to know about sex offender background checks
Performing criminal background checks is an essential aspect of the hiring process. It can help...
What is a National Criminal Background Check?
Before you hire someone, it is important to conduct a thorough background check to verify that they...
What is the difference between a county and statewide criminal search?
Most background checks involve some criminal history search; however, the term "criminal history"...
New options for Marijuana Testing in the Workplace
Drug testing and marijuana in the workplace is a complicated topic that continues to get more...
