Whatcha watching? CFPB’s new advice on employer monitoring

Excerpted from a Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP Blog by Michael J. Zbiegien, Jr. With the rise in remote work, not to mention better technology, many employers have begun using […]
CFPB issues warning on use of AI tools for hiring decisions

Excerpted from a RetailWire Blog by Jon Houke The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) cautioned businesses that use “invasive” technology to evaluate or spy on workers could face legal trouble. […]
CFPB confirms automated systems not an excuse for lawbreaking behavior

Excerpted from Consumer Financial Protection Bureau post Four federal agencies jointly pledged on April 25 to uphold America’s commitment to the core principles of fairness, equality, and justice as emerging […]
A few 2023 challenges for background screenings

Though 2023 is not unique when it comes to background screening challenges – our business is constantly evolving – employers should note some of the hot issues this year. Last year, the CFPB raised concerns about inaccurate identity matching and is considering a rule to amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) to improve such screenings.