Tag: fcra compliancy

You run background checks in the first place to protect your company assets. So when something turns up that causes concern, it is important to take adverse action as conscientiously as you did the process of running a background check. For example, before conducting a background check on a prospective employee (also called a consumer […]

While ensuring compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act might seem like a hassle for employers and hiring managers alike, it’s important to consider that the FCRA exists to protect us. History and Purpose The law, passed in the 70s, regulates the use of consumer information with the goal of promoting accuracy, fairness, and privacy, […]

Conducting employee screening and background checks is such a common practice these days that a basic check can be done for less than $20. More complex investigations, known as investigative consumer reports (ICRs), are much pricier and are often conducted on candidates of high-level positions.    But regardless of the type of background check being […]