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18 Nov 24

Local Laws and Regulations Changing Faster than Federal

For many years, the focus for Human Resource professionals was federal law. The FTC’s Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) imposed obligations when using consumer reports as a factor in establishing eligibility for employment. Among these obligations was disclosing to the applicant and obtaining authorization prior to requesting the consumer report.…

09 Sep 24

2024 Minnesota Employment Law Update: Key FAQs for Companies on Legislative Changes

As we move through 2024, Minnesota’s employment landscape is evolving with several key legislative changes that employers need to be aware of. At PlusOne Screening Solutions, we’re committed to keeping you informed about important updates that could impact your business and employment screenings. The areas that these changes have affected: …

06 Sep 24

Navigating the New ‘Employment Fairness Act for Returning Citizens’ in Prince George’s County: What Employers Need to Know

We have written extensively about Ban the Box, Fair Chance, and Clean Slate initiatives. Prince George’s County version takes effect within days and we thought we would go through it as an example of what we are talking about and the restrictions that are springing up. The Bill is titled…

13 Aug 24

Navigating California’s Clean Slate Law SB 731: How PlusOne Screening Solutions Helps Employers Adapt to New Record Clearing Regulations

In April we wrote of the rising popularity of Clean Slate laws. A clean slate measure is a policy that seals or expunges records of certain criminal offenses after a person goes a specified amount of time without committing another offense. These initiatives aim to provide a fresh start to…

17 Jul 24

Workplace and Screening Trends: Here’s what job hunters are looking for in 2024

Changes are everywhere! Here are a few trends that have been especially important in the workplace in 2024. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking over Was that application sent to you by a human or a bot? Is the business your company intends to onboard an actual, viable entity or an…

17 Jul 24

Building Trust in Construction with Certificate of Insurance Tracking

In the construction industry, trust is a foundational element that ensures smooth project execution, safety, and financial protection. One crucial aspect that significantly contributes to this trust is the management of Certificates of Insurance (COIs). For construction project managers and insurance professionals, understanding and effectively managing COIs is paramount to…

17 Jul 24

3 Common COI Challenges in Healthcare and How a COI Management Provider Can Resolve Them

In the healthcare industry, managing Certificates of Insurance (COI) is crucial to ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and protecting both your organization and patients. However, many healthcare providers face challenges related to inconsistent insurance requirements, ineffective communication, and limited access to reports. This article explores these common challenges and how a…

20 Jun 24

Walgreens Settles FCRA Class Action Lawsuit

Walgreens has agreed to settle a case alleging that the national drugstore chain violated the Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) by sending a disposition email—a message notifying job applicants that they were disqualified from employment based on the results of their background check—too soon after the applicants received a…

20 Jun 24

Right on Cue—The EEOC Sues an Employer

In last month’s blog, we outlined the EEOC’s subject matter priorities for Fiscal Years 2024-2028. Specifically, we discussed two areas within Recruitment and Hiring. Eliminating Barriers in Recruitment and Hiring The EEOC will focus on recruitment and hiring practices and policies that discriminate on any basis unlawful under the statutes…

16 May 24

Rising Popularity of Clean Slate Measures Amidst Ban The Box Initiative Deceleration

In the dynamic landscape of employment verification and background checks, keeping up with changing regulations and trends is non-negotiable. For years, the ‘Ban The Box’ movement has championed fair hiring practices, advocating for removing the checkbox asking about criminal histories in job applications. However, as the Ban The Box initiative…

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Local Laws and Regulations Changing Faster than Federal

2024 Minnesota Employment Law Update: Key FAQs for Companies on Legislative Changes

Navigating the New ‘Employment Fairness Act for Returning Citizens’ in Prince George’s County: What Employers Need to Know

Navigating California’s Clean Slate Law SB 731: How PlusOne Screening Solutions Helps Employers Adapt to New Record Clearing Regulations

Workplace and Screening Trends: Here’s what job hunters are looking for in 2024

Building Trust in Construction with Certificate of Insurance Tracking

3 Common COI Challenges in Healthcare and How a COI Management Provider Can Resolve Them

Walgreens Settles FCRA Class Action Lawsuit

Right on Cue—The EEOC Sues an Employer

Rising Popularity of Clean Slate Measures Amidst Ban The Box Initiative Deceleration

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