Texas considers Ban-the-Box law: What you need to know
Excerpted from a Dykema Blog by Katy Jo Richards In March 2025, House Bill 2466 (HB 2466), also known as the “Ban the Box” law, was referred to the House […]
Fair Chance Hiring: Balancing business with opportunities
Excerpted from a JDSUPRA Blog by Noel Diem Finding qualified talent is a challenge for many businesses today. But what if there’s a pool of skilled workers that many companies […]
WA: New hiring rules could reshape background checks
Excerpted from a Forbes article by Alonzo Martinez Washington employers may soon face some of the nation’s strictest limits on criminal background checks. House Bill 1747, if passed, will significantly expand […]
Maryland Co. further restricts criminal background checks
In September, an Ordinance enacted in Prince George’s County, Maryland took effect to further restrict the ability of employers to conduct criminal background checks on applicants. Employers should be aware of this […]