613a Notifications
A 613a notification is a formal notification to job applicants that potentially disqualifying information has been identified through a database that may impact their employment
Understanding the 7-Year States that Restrict Reporting Adverse Information in Employment Screening
As a background check organization, CoreScreening often receives questions regarding the 7-year “lookback” rule for reporting adverse information. While the topic can be complex, understanding
California Criminal Records
CALIFORNIA COURTS A number of California Counties have removed the DOB from their public index. This abrupt change is the result of a legal decision
Legalized Weed In The Workplace – New York
By: Alonzo Martinez After years of debating and advancing marijuana laws, beginning with legalizing the medical use of cannabis in 2014 to decriminalize minor marijuana-related
COVID Vaccine Requirements in the Workplace
Based on a December survey, SHRM reports – 50% – Of organizations have their employees partially returned to the worksite 21% – Fully Returned to
2020 Compliance Updates
Employment Law Changes in 2020 Families First Coronavirus Response Act notices. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) is an economic stimulus plan that was signed
Oregon’s Workplace Fairness Act Policy
Effective October 1, 2020, every Oregon employer must have a written policy in place that sets forth procedures for the reduction and prevention of sexual
Salary History Question Bans
Philadelphia, PA – Effective September 1, 2020: Philadelphia employers are prohibited from inquiring about a prospective employee’s wage history, conditioning employment or consideration for an
FTC Seeks Comment on Changes, Effectiveness of Five FCRA Rules
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking comment on proposed changes that would bring several rules implementing parts of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) in
Virginia Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession
Prior to May 2020, the current law in Virginia imposed a maximum fine of $500 and a maximum 30-day jail sentence for a first offense,
