background checks
International background checks explored at SHRM 2012
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) 2012 Annual Conference and Exposition in Atlanta, Georgia. ‘International Background Checks: Global Due Diligence and Legal Compliance’ will be presented by Attorney Lester Rosen, and the inclusion of this topic emphasizes how important a role background checks should be (and are) playing in HR. “Employment is no longer restricted by international borders, and…
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Olympic background checks total half a million
background checks on workers. So far only 100 applications for accreditation to perform or work during the games have been turned down, with most of the rejections made over concerns about criminal records held by the applicants. However, some were denied accreditation on the advice of the Security Services over concerns they posed a risk…
Read MoreOfficials sued over background check
Newell defended the city’s actions: “We felt – in light of the information we received about individuals involved in the (Parkersburg) Tea Party -we had the right to check backgrounds for violations.” Backus has been a critic of Newell and has been outspoken against the city user fee. He also is running for city council in District…
Read MoreHouston-based company fined $2 million for illegal hires
press release on the departments website. Investigation According to the press release, ICE Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents began investigating ABC Professional Tree Services Inc. (ABC) in 2008 following complaints that a significant portion of the company’s employees were undocumented aliens. HIS agents reviewed the Employment Eligibility Verification Forms – known as “Form I-9” – and other documentation…
Read MoreWhat can employers ask during the hiring process?
resigning due to resume fraud, many employers are stepping back and realizing how important it is to run proper background checks on potential employees. Screening during the hiring process There is no doubt that a thorough screening of job applicants and employees is a great way to ensure you have an effective and productive workforce.…
Read MoreYahoo fires CEO due to resume fraud
resume fraud. Only a few months into the job, Yahoo’s CEO, Scott Thompson, has resigned after it was revealed he lied on his resume. What is resume fraud? Resume fraud is a sub-section of negligent hiring, and presents itself when an applicant lies about information on their resume. This information usually relates to dates of employment, past…
Read MoreNew trend – landlord background checks
Why? To protect themselves from fraud, according to chron.com. “People will pay the first and last month’s rent along with a hefty security deposit. Add to this the cost of switching utilities, moving expenses and even simple home decor and tenants could easily invest over $5,000 up front with their move” says Juergen Kneifel. These…
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How to perform summer camp background checks
One of the most popular activities will no doubt be summer camps – parents looking to send their children to daily, or perhaps overnight, camps, which will keep them occupied throughout the vacation period. However, with what seems an innocent choice comes one issue – who’s looking after you children at these camps? Are they…
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