Background Checks

 

Hiring a potential employee requires more than a face-to-face interview. It is essential that employers conduct comprehensive and legal background checks to corroborate applicants' qualifications or delete them from consideration. Employee background investigations that involve checking references, driving records, criminal records, and credit records require adherence to state statutes and federal laws, like the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

 

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NEWS/ARTICLES

Best Hiring Practices: Using Background And Reference Checks To Uncover Falsified Résumés 

Conducting Background Checks Is A Must, No Excuse

 

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FAQs

1. What are some of the legalities involved in conducting background checks as part of the hiring process? 
2. Into what areas should an employer inquire when conducting a background check at the pre-employment stage?
3. What information, if any, are employers prohibited from discovering during a credit check?

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HR TOOLS

Forms/Documents

Employment Verification Request Letter (Preview)

Format: MS Word

Price: $9.95

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FCRA Disclosure and Authorization Statement (Preview)

Format: MS Word

Price: $9.95

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Background Check Acknowledgment Form (Free)

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Background Investigations Log (Free)