FTC and CFPB seek public comment on background screening and renters’ housing
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) are requesting comment on background screening issues affecting individuals who seek rental housing in the U.S., including how the […]
Court issues favorable background check ruling for employers
As you well know, employers are frequently faced with class-action lawsuits brought by current or former employees. There has been an uptick in suits claiming violations of state and federal […]
How far back do background checks go?
Background checks can vary in how far back they go, depending on the type of check, its purpose, and the laws that apply. For instance, a background check for a […]
In most states, employers can ask you for your credit report
Excerpted from a 10NEWS story by Emery Winter and Mauricio Chamberlin The pandemic, layoffs and other changes to the labor market have forced many people to apply to new jobs […]