Posts Tagged ‘background check company’

How to Spot a Fake Diploma

July 10th, 2015 by Dodie

In May of 2012, it was reported that Yahoo’s CEO at the time, was fired due to the discovery by an outside Yahoo investor party that his supposed Computer Science degree had been faked before he added this specific job requirement to his resume. Though the CEO’s deceit is one that is high-profile, this case […]

Why Require a Drug Test

June 23rd, 2015 by Dodie

It’s difficult enough to find decent jobs nowadays, so there are probably good reasons why companies screen workers for drugs. Of the 23 states and District of Columbia that enacted medical marijuana laws, the circumstances surrounding drug testing are cloudy, “no pun intended.” People with specific disabilities can’t be prosecuted for using, possessing or cultivating […]

If you have neighbors that make you feel uncomfortable, then a background check is a way to get the information you need to feel safer in your home. Obtaining criminal records on someone is easy and legal because it is public information. The best way to deal with a questionable person in your area is […]

Screening Volunteers on Need-to-Know Basis

September 27th, 2014 by Dodie

Volunteers are the key to success of many organizations. Effective volunteer screening reduces risk to your organization and the people it serves. If your organization is setting up or reviewing an existing screening policy, you may be wondering if the information you obtain is accurate, too invasive, or compliant with privacy laws. Not because an […]

When Background Checks are for You

August 17th, 2014 by Dodie

You may find yourself in a variety of situations in today’s world when you need to use a background check service. There are certain job industries, for instance, where a background check is a necessity. Meanwhile, landlords seek to gain information to lessen the risk of renting out to individuals with questionable activities that may […]