Background Checks

Another Multi-Million Dollar FCRA Class Action Settlement Underscores the Importance of Strict Compliance With That Law’s Requirements When Using Third Parties To Conduct Background Checks

Avis Budget Car Rental recently agreed to pay $2.7 million to settle a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) class action

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California Legislative Wrap-Up: Governor Signs Bill Banning Salary History Inquiries, But Vetoes Bill Requiring “Pay Gap” Reporting

California’s legislative session formally ended on October 15, and Governor Jerry Brown has signed or vetoed almost 1,000 bills, several

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D.C. Joins Growing Number of State and Local Jurisdictions Prohibiting Employers’ Use of Credit Information in Employment Decisions

The District of Columbia has joined a growing number of local and state jurisdictions that now restrict private employers’ use

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Ruling by Ninth Finds Willful FCRA Violation Where Required Employer Disclosure Contains Extraneous Waiver Language

In a case of first impression, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has ruled that an employer

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Hair Testing Ruling by First Circuit Illustrates Challenge of Defending Selection Practice Against Adverse Impact Claim

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has remanded a case to a trial court jury for a

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“Ban-the-Box” Update: Number of States and Localities That Ban Criminal History Inquiries on Job Applications Continues To Expand

There are now at least nine states and numerous local jurisdictions that prohibit private employers from asking job applicants about

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