June 2025 NEWSLETTER
Message from the Editor Welcome to another edition of Inside Background Screening, our new newsletter. Our goal is to bring to you cutting-edge news and
Important Considerations About Reference Checks You Need to Know
Today’s employers face what appears to be a never-ending stream of legal compliance challenges asthey go about trying to hire the right candidates. Reference checks
Is Your Background Screening Policy Up to Date and Current?
Background checks have become an integral part of the hiring process for most employers. The Professional Background Screeners Association (PBSA) reports that more than 94%
New York Restricts Employer Access to Employee and Applicants Social Media Accounts
Key Takeaways: On September 14, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a new law (A.836) that prohibits employers from requesting or requiring that employees
What Employers Need to Do When They Find a Criminal Record
Background checks are a valuable tool for businesses, but it’s important to understand the difference between what a background check provider can report and what
Streamlining Your Hiring Process: Top Tips for Effective Candidate Screening
In today’s competitive job market, a well-structured hiring process is crucial for attracting top talent and ensuring a successful match between candidates and your company’s
The Role Of Generative AI In HR Is Now Becoming Clear
BY JOSHBERSIN · PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 · UPDATED SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 We now know that Generative AI will play a transformational role in Human Resources. And while many companies
The Resurgence of Boomerang Employees: A Win-Win for Organizations and Employees
There is a boomerang employee trend on the rise and for an excellent reason. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to their
EEOC Brings First-of-Its-Kind Enforcement Action Against Employer for Using Artificial Intelligence to Discriminate Against Applicants; Settles for Six Figures
Increasingly, employers are utilizing automated systems, including artificial intelligence (AI) ormachine learning, to target job advertisements, recruit applicants, and make hiring decisions.Such systems expose employers
