Background Checks

A common question we receive from both individuals seeking a personal background check and employers is, “How far back does a background check go?”  As is often the case in background screening, the answer isn’t exactly straightforward. No background check is created equal. Each report undergoes nuance, and this nuance increases with the complexity of

Unlike a SaaS product or physical offering, background screening costs aren’t always as straightforward as one would think. This can be a point of confusion for some organizations that are just getting started with their screening processes. While screening packages can be assigned a fixed cost, pricing can still be variable from state to state

Whether waiting on background screening results for employment or for personal purposes, it can be frustrating when your pending report takes longer than expected. However, one thing many fail to understand is that background checks are not always as easy to procure as fictional media makes them out to be. While technology certainly plays its

The words “background check” are a bit indistinct. A background check solution is not a constant thing that can be applied unchangeably to a number of organizations. As we always mention, data has many sources, and employers have unique needs. Offering an optimal solution, in some situations, can become quite involved. Several factors influence the

Let’s take a moment to address a difficult subject. From January through June 2022, at least 314 mass shootings had been reported in the U.S.— a number that can’t be understated. Each of those 314 occasions surely inspired heartbreak of the highest magnitude as well as debilitating, lifelong trauma. Those of us who remain unaffected

With background screening, the products and solutions offered can be a bit nuanced. Those unfamiliar with the industry may be surprised to know that a background check is rarely derived from a single source. In fact, a single background screening package can draw from a number of databases and institutions, requiring both manual and digital

Restrictions on Background Checks in California – What HR needs to Hear! There has been a shift in how you can legally conduct background checks in California. The California Court of Appeal recently ruled that the driver’s license and/or date of birth shouldn’t be used as identifiers for individuals in the criminal index of court