Marijuana legalization passed in several states, but remains illegal at the federal level. Drug convictions are some of the most common charges to show up on a criminal background check. Many of these convictions involve marijuana, a substance once … [Continue reading]
Why it is a Mistake to Rely on the FBI Fingerprint Database
One could be forgiven for thinking that an FBI fingerprint database check is the creme de la creme of background checks, the figurative gold standard of all that is out there. Though popular due to being well-known, such background checks are … [Continue reading]
Is Your Company At Risk For Hiring A Cyber Criminal?
It's every company's worst nightmare: handing the proverbial keys to the computer system to a cyber criminal. And yet, that's what thousands of companies do if they don't properly screen their new network administrators and systems … [Continue reading]
The High Cost of Foregoing Workplace Background Checks
You may hear about the horror stories that can result from a failure to implement complete workplace background checks on employees in the news or through the grapevine fairly regularly. But it's unusual that when stories are told of gross employee … [Continue reading]
Background Check Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
In the digital age privacy, safety, and security are high commodities. More and more of the business we conduct is done via electronic means. This makes it easier for criminals to falsify their identities, perpetrate fraud and to leave their criminal … [Continue reading]
Big Wins for Small Business Background Checks
An employee is one of the most important investments a company can make, doubly so for a small business like yours. With fewer employees to rely on, selecting top-notch individuals is vital, as is reducing training time by retaining quality talent. … [Continue reading]