Illinois Imposes New Requirements for Employment Background Checks
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by Katie Robinson
3y ago
Effective as of March 23, 2021, Illinois employers now have more rules to follow when running background checks on their applicants and employees. The state amended its Human Rights Act last month to include employment protections for individuals with criminal histories — essentially requiring employers to jump through a few extra hoops before making adverse employment decisions based on criminal background check results. The new law was effective immediately upon signature, so Illinois employers must quickly evaluate their background screening programs and make any necessary updates to comply ..read more
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NYC Expands Fair Chance Act
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by Katie Robinson
3y ago
Effective July 29, 2021, New York City further tightens the reigns on employers by broadening the scope of its Fair Chance Act (FCA). The FCA was first enacted in 2015 to help people obtain employment based on their merits rather than their mistakes. Movements toward fair chance hiring (aka ban-the-box laws) have gained momentum over the last several years, and there are no signs of them letting up in 2021. Here is an overview of the significant changes under the recent amendments to NYC’s FCA: 1. Expansion to the Protected Class The FCA’s current version only applies to prospective employees ..read more
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NLRB Decision Brings Significant Wins for Employers
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by Katie Robinson
3y ago
On January 4, 2021, the National Labor Relation’s Board issued an opinion regarding union allegations that several provisions of a company’s employee handbook violated the National Labor Relations Act.[1] As a reminder, the NLRA: Guarantees employees the right to engage in “concerted activities” for collective bargaining or other mutual aid or protection, which are collectively referred to as “protected activities” and Makes it unlawful for employers to restrain or coerce employees in exercising their rights. This includes maintaining work rules that reasonably tend to inhibit employees from ..read more
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New Year, New Employment Laws
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by Katie Robinson
3y ago
Five Changes in Employment Law to be Aware of for 2021 1.  A new federal law – the Fair Chance Act Beginning December 2021, a new federal law – the Fair Chance Act – will prohibit federal contractors nationwide from inquiring about a job applicant’s criminal history during the initial stages of the application process. The new restrictions will only apply to positions related to work under the federal contract that subjects the contractor to the Fair Chance Act. The Act was signed into law by President Trump in December of 2019 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). 2 ..read more
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What is Continuous Arrest Monitoring?
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by Reggie Powell
3y ago
The Changing Workplace The way people do business is changing rapidly with the influence of COVID-19.  It’s only fair to expect hiring and screening practices to evolve as companies adjust to the greater demands for workplace flexibility and the new gig economy. Continuous Arrest Monitoring may be the answer. Traditionally, most employers perform criminal background checks before making job offers.  These pre-employment screening practices play a critical role in protecting a company’s reputation and ensuring a safe work environment. However, with “work from anywhere” gaini ..read more
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Important Notice to FMCSA Employers
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by Katie Robinson
3y ago
FMCSA Clearinghouse Annual Queries As a reminder, employers regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) must conduct Annual Queries through the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse for all employee-drivers. The first round of Annual Queries for employees hired before January 6, 2020, must be completed on or before January 5, 2021. Information About Annual Queries: Annual Queries can be either Full, Limited, or Limited + Full Queries. If a Limited Query returns preliminary results, you must conduct a Full Query and receive results within 24 hours.  If you can ..read more
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ESS to Provide Background Screening for Virginia Car & Truck Dealers
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by Revell Fraser
3y ago
BIRMINGHAM, AL., September 9, 2020 – The Motor Vehicle Board of Virginia (MVDB) has named Employment Screening Services (ESS) as an approved vendor for conducting pre-employment background screening checks for motor vehicle dealers operating throughout the state of Virginia. As of August 1, 2020, VA dealers are required to conduct criminal background checks on all sales employees before submitting the applications to the Board for approval. ESS has a long history in the background screening business with deep penetration in the transportation industry, including multiple auto and truck deal ..read more
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COVID testing for Employers
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by Revell Fraser
3y ago
  Employers struggling to manage COVID-related risk in the workplace have a new streamlined process that utilizes rapid response COVID test kits. The COVID tests can be self-administered by most employees without the need for medical personnel and are reported to be more accurate than the standard anterior nasal swab tests. Lab-based results are usually available within 48 hours, allowing employers to make quick decisions with a higher level of certainty. Ranked nationally in the background screening and drug testing industry, Employing Screening Services (ESS), has incorporated COVID-19 ..read more
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Why You Should Collect Professional and Personal References for Jobs
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by Guest Writer Intern
3y ago
Why You Should Collect Professional and Personal References for Jobs Are you a hiring manager who’s regularly tasked with interviewing candidates?  Finding the best candidate is always a gamble, but you can make it easier for yourself – and less risky by checking professional and personal references. References are important for a thorough background check because they can help uncover important nuisances that are not always captured in interviews or on resumes. Consistently checking references is a great way to validate and gain comfort on how well a candidate will fit in your ..read more
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FDIC Eases Restrictions on Hiring Applicants Convicted of Minor Offenses
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by Katie Robinson
3y ago
The Federal Deposit Insurance Act requires individuals convicted of certain criminal offenses to obtain written permission from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) prior to employment with a depository institution. The FDIC announced on July 24, 2020, that it has amended its Statement of Policy (SOP) relating to the law. The amendments were designed to ease lenders’ restrictions and expand the pool of potential employees in the financial industry. Below is a summary of the major changes to the SOP. Convictions that have been expunged or sealed are now excluded from the SOP, me ..read more
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