Background Screening Resources

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Pay Transparency Laws Gaining Momentum

Pay Transparency Laws Gaining Momentum

UPDATE: California and Michigan DOB Redaction

UPDATE: California and Michigan DOB Redaction

Changes to the NYC Fair Chance Act

Changes to the NYC Fair Chance Act

New Background Check Requirements for Childcare Facilities

New Background Check Requirements for Childcare Facilities

Colorado Office of Early Childhood, Division of Early Care & Learning announced on 9/30/20 there...

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COVID-19 Communication

COVID-19 Communication

For over 15 years Choice Screening has been dedicated to partnering with businesses for accurate...

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FMCSA Clearinghouse Regulations

FMCSA Clearinghouse Regulations

NAPBS Announces Rebrand to PBSA

NAPBS Announces Rebrand to PBSA

Choice Screening Achieves Background Screening Credentialing Council Accreditation

Choice Screening Achieves Background Screening Credentialing Council Accreditation

New Product Announcement: Bankruptcy, Liens, & Judgments Search

New Product Announcement: Bankruptcy, Liens, & Judgments Search

New York Increases Criminal History Search Access Fee

New York Increases Criminal History Search Access Fee

10 Commandments of Background Screening

10 Commandments of Background Screening

New Product Announcement - CAPS Check

New Product Announcement - CAPS Check

Compliance and the GDPR

Compliance and the GDPR

FCRA Summary of Rights Update

FCRA Summary of Rights Update

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, NEOGOV

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, NEOGOV

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, Greenhouse Software.

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, Greenhouse Software.

Choice Screening integrates with the Greenhouse Applicant Tracking System, launching a...

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Choice Screening and iCIMS Announce Partnership to Address Complex Hiring Obstacles by Verifying Candidate Selection

Choice Screening and iCIMS Announce Partnership to Address Complex Hiring Obstacles by Verifying Candidate Selection

Salary History Ban News

Salary History Ban News

The Future of Background Screening

The Future of Background Screening

Background screening has been in and out of the spotlight since becoming commonplace decades ago,...

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2016: A Year of Thanks @ChoiceScreening

2016: A Year of Thanks @ChoiceScreening

Do you find yourself enjoying the crisp chill in the air daydreaming about background checks…

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Talk to a Human: Background Screening @ChoiceScreening

Talk to a Human: Background Screening @ChoiceScreening

In early 2016, we launched our new website – same address (choicescreening.com), totally different...

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Choice Screening News: Going Green in 2016

Choice Screening News: Going Green in 2016

Last year, we were tasked with making notable green changes… and we’re in full swing now! Choice...

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Bobbing for Bad Apples – Apple rescinds policy not to hire felons

Bobbing for Bad Apples – Apple rescinds policy not to hire felons

In April 2015, Apple found the bad apple in the bucket and didn’t like the taste. The corporation...

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NY City Law Impacts Criminal Records & Credit Reports for Hiring

NY City Law Impacts Criminal Records & Credit Reports for Hiring

Are you a New York City employer? If so, you have some important updates for your hiring...

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4th Circuit Decision in EEOC v. Freeman Background Screening Lawsuit

4th Circuit Decision in EEOC v. Freeman Background Screening Lawsuit

In February 2015, the US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit upheld a summary judgment ruling...

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Professional License Verifications

Professional License Verifications

Whenever a license impacts employment, Professional License Verifications are an essential part of...

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Background Screening Fundamentals for Insurance Carriers

Background Screening Fundamentals for Insurance Carriers

Drug Screening Compliance

Drug Screening Compliance

Background Screening Mistakes to Avoid

Background Screening Mistakes to Avoid

Employers should avoid a few mistakes in order to maintain compliance when hiring and background...

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New Year Tasks for Background Screening Programs

New Year Tasks for Background Screening Programs

As 2023 is in the rear-view mirror and we are looking forward to 2024, there may be a few...

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Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2023

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2023

Property Management: Tenant and Employee Screening

Property Management: Tenant and Employee Screening

What is E-Verify?

What is E-Verify?

How-To Guide: Audit Your Background Screening Program

How-To Guide: Audit Your Background Screening Program

Who You Partner with Matters!

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Professional Background Screening Guide

Professional Background Screening Guide

Form I-9 Internal Self Audit Guide

Form I-9 Internal Self Audit Guide

This is your all-in-one reference guide for auditing your Form I-9 Process. Internal I-9 audits...

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Background Screening Glossary of Terms

Background Screening Glossary of Terms

This is your all-in-one reference guide for everything background screening! From criminal records...

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The Gaping Hole in Your Background Check

The Gaping Hole in Your Background Check

The vast majority of employers already conduct a comprehensive background check, that includes key...

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Comprehensive Screening

Comprehensive Screening

A comprehensive background check provides complete and accurate information about an applicant,...

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ReScreening Employees

ReScreening Employees

The Broadening of Adverse Action

The Broadening of Adverse Action

Adverse Action includes any decision that is unfavorable toward an applicant, employee,...

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Form I-9 Flexibilities Ended

Form I-9 Flexibilities Ended

Effective on April 1, 2021 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued temporary flexibility...

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California Fair Chance Law

California Fair Chance Law

The California Fair Chance Act of 2023 SB 809 was originally introduced into California Senate in...

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Summary of Rights Notice

Summary of Rights Notice

A Summary of Rights Notice as Required by the FCRA is a summary of the consumer’s rights as it...

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Salary History Ban Update

Salary History Ban Update

Artificial Intelligence in Employment

Artificial Intelligence in Employment

AI Technology is improving efficiency, workloads, and revolutionizing the way we work. But as with...

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Restrictions Relaxed for Hiring Convicted Criminals in Banking

Restrictions Relaxed for Hiring Convicted Criminals in Banking

President Biden recently signed a defense spending bill in December 2022 that had key implications...

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Diploma Mills: How to Protect Your Organization

Diploma Mills: How to Protect Your Organization

What is a Diploma Mill?

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Drug Testing in 2023

Drug Testing in 2023

Pay Transparency Laws Gaining Momentum

Pay Transparency Laws Gaining Momentum

Form I-9 Flexibilities Extension

Form I-9 Flexibilities Extension

Effective on April 1, 2021 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued temporary flexibility...

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UPDATE: California Court PII Redaction

UPDATE: California Court PII Redaction

In May 2021 California Court of Appeals decision in All of Us or None – Riverside Chapter vs. W....

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Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2022

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2022

The Cost of Hiring [Infographic]

The Cost of Hiring [Infographic]

To learn more about how to reduce the cost of hiring, contact one of our account advisors for a...

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Rapid Expansion Screening

Rapid Expansion Screening

First Time Candidate and Minor Background Checks

First Time Candidate and Minor Background Checks

Background Check Turnaround Times

Background Check Turnaround Times

The average Choice Screening pre-employment background check will usually take anywhere from 24-72...

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Account Set Up

Account Set Up

What is Negligent Hiring?

What is Negligent Hiring?

Negligent Hiring according to US Legal: “is a claim made by an injured party against an employer...

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Background Checks for Seasonal Hiring

Background Checks for Seasonal Hiring

You may already be gearing up to hire your seasonal staff, reviewing applications, setting...

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Adverse Action Letter Services

Adverse Action Letter Services

My Employee Failed a Drug Test...Now What?

My Employee Failed a Drug Test...Now What?

Your employee failed a drug test, and you find yourself asking: “What should I do?”. Hint - it is...

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How to Select a Pre-Employment Background Check Provider

How to Select a Pre-Employment Background Check Provider

Protecting Youth Athletes [Infographic]

Protecting Youth Athletes [Infographic]

Are You FCRA Compliant?

Are You FCRA Compliant?

What is an Integrated Background Check?

What is an Integrated Background Check?

An ATS or applicant tracking system is automated software which is utilized by employers to...

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Resume Embellishment

Resume Embellishment

Is Lying on Resumes Common?

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Avoiding Bad Hires

Avoiding Bad Hires

Continuous Monitoring: A Critical Practice for In-Office, Hybrid, and Remote Employees

Continuous Monitoring: A Critical Practice for In-Office, Hybrid, and Remote Employees

Choice Screening Introduces Newest Partner, Aqore

Choice Screening Introduces Newest Partner, Aqore

For more information, please visit:

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Custom Background Check Packages

Custom Background Check Packages

Choice Screening’s background check packages are fully customizable. Our dedicated account...

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Accelerate Underwriting with Comprehensive Background Checks

Accelerate Underwriting with Comprehensive Background Checks

UPDATE: California and Michigan DOB Redaction

UPDATE: California and Michigan DOB Redaction

Auditing Your Background Screening Program

Auditing Your Background Screening Program

Continuous Monitoring

Continuous Monitoring

Background Screening Pro Tips

Background Screening Pro Tips

Background Checks in 2022

Background Checks in 2022

2022 is set to bring new hiring challenges and trends for organizations. In 2021 temporary court...

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The Most Common Background Check

The Most Common Background Check

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs in 2021

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs in 2021

2021 was a great year for Choice Screening. A year of recognition, development, and education, of...

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Why You Should Use a Background Check Integration

Why You Should Use a Background Check Integration

Why Accreditation Matters

Why Accreditation Matters

As of 2019 Choice Screening has been formally recognized as BSCC-Accredited by The Professional...

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FAQ

FAQ

Where do you source your background check information from?

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Core Pillars

Core Pillars

Background Screening Urban Legends

Background Screening Urban Legends

The girls looked on, eyes wide in horror as their friend walked to the mirror.

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Changes to the NYC Fair Chance Act

Changes to the NYC Fair Chance Act

Tips for Preventing Burnout

Tips for Preventing Burnout

Court Delays and New Regulation Significantly Impact Background Checks

Court Delays and New Regulation Significantly Impact Background Checks

OIG Search

OIG Search

The Office of the Inspector General, or OIG, is essential for healthcare employers. But, do you...

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Current Address: How it Impacts your Background Screening Results

Current Address: How it Impacts your Background Screening Results

Have you ever wondered why Choice Screening asks for your applicant’s current address if you’re...

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Confessions of a Background Check Company

Confessions of a Background Check Company

The background check industry is complicated, at times difficult to navigate, and ever-changing....

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3 Background Check Challenges Organizations Face

3 Background Check Challenges Organizations Face

With each year, comes new difficulties that organizations encounter in the hiring process. There...

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Insurance Background Checks

Insurance Background Checks

Insurance carriers must assess the risk of each applicant during the underwriting process. Does...

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The Benefits of Continuous Monitoring

The Benefits of Continuous Monitoring

Pre-employment background screening is well documented in having many benefits. But have you...

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Background Check RFP Best Practices

Background Check RFP Best Practices

Your organization has decided to put out a Request for Proposal for Background Screening Services....

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Background Checks in 2021

Background Checks in 2021

2021 is set to bring new hiring challenges and trends for organizations. In 2020, temporary court...

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The Cost of Hiring New Employees [Infographic]

The Cost of Hiring New Employees [Infographic]

What is the cost of hiring a new employee? From advertising, interviewing, screening, to hiring and...

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New Background Check Requirements for Childcare Facilities

New Background Check Requirements for Childcare Facilities

Colorado Office of Early Childhood, Division of Early Care & Learning announced on 9/30/20 there...

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Background Screening Trends Part 3

Background Screening Trends Part 3

Welcome to Part 3 of a 3-part blog series on Background Screening Trends. Be sure to follow us on ...

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Background Screening Trends Part 2

Background Screening Trends Part 2

Welcome to Part 2 of our 3 Part blog series on Background Screening Trends. Be sure to follow us...

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Background Screening Trends Part 1

Background Screening Trends Part 1

Welcome to a 3-part blog series on Background Screening Trends. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, ...

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First-Time Candidate and Minor Background Checks

First-Time Candidate and Minor Background Checks

No doubt, you are probably an expert on background screening applicants with previous job history,...

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Background Check Packages

Background Check Packages

Choice Screening’s background checks are fully customizable. Our dedicated account advisors will...

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How to Background Check During a Hiring Surge

How to Background Check During a Hiring Surge

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2020

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2020

The Cost of a Bad Hire and How to Prevent It

The Cost of a Bad Hire and How to Prevent It

Background Check Dispute Process

Background Check Dispute Process

Account Set-Up...Easy as 1-2-3!

Account Set-Up...Easy as 1-2-3!

At Choice Screening, we understand your time is valuable. We have created a host of solutions aimed...

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Background Checks for Seasonal Hiring

Background Checks for Seasonal Hiring

Federal Criminal Search

Federal Criminal Search

Resume Fraud

Resume Fraud

Civil Background Checks

Civil Background Checks

Background Screening Turnaround Time

Background Screening Turnaround Time

The average Choice Screening pre-employment background check will usually take anywhere from 24-72...

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Integrated Background Checks

Integrated Background Checks

FCRA Compliance

FCRA Compliance

What You Need to Know About Ban the Box

What You Need to Know About Ban the Box

What is Ban the Box?

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Mitigate Negligent Hiring Through Comprehensive Background Screening

Mitigate Negligent Hiring Through Comprehensive Background Screening

Volunteer Background Checks

Volunteer Background Checks

My Employee Failed a Drug Test

My Employee Failed a Drug Test

How to Select a Pre-Employment Background Screening Company

How to Select a Pre-Employment Background Screening Company

Selecting a background screening company (also known as Consumer Reporting Agency or CRA) can be...

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COVID-19 Antibodies Testing

COVID-19 Antibodies Testing

Attention Healthcare Professionals, First Responders, and those on the Front Lines!

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Applicant Self-Pay Background Checks

Applicant Self-Pay Background Checks

Protecting Youth Athletes [Infographic]

Protecting Youth Athletes [Infographic]

Protecting Youth Athletes has never been more important. We are dedicated to helping sports...

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Adverse Action

Adverse Action

Whenever an employer uses a background check to make a decision that is not in favor of the...

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Background Screening Current Employees

Background Screening Current Employees

You may already be an expert on pre-employment background screening, but it is time to consider...

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E-Verify and DHS Respond to Remote Work with Employer Accommodations

E-Verify and DHS Respond to Remote Work with Employer Accommodations

In recent days we have seen how COVID-19 has impacted our world and how we do business: increases...

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COVID-19 Communication

COVID-19 Communication

For over 15 years Choice Screening has been dedicated to partnering with businesses for accurate...

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Comprehensive Background Checks

Comprehensive Background Checks

The Importance of Background Screening

The Importance of Background Screening

Background Screening impacts the onboarding process, cost of new hires, workplace safety, and...

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Newest Version of Form I-9 Released

Newest Version of Form I-9 Released

Recently, USCIS announced the newest version of the Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9....

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5 Reasons Why Employers Should Conduct Background Checks

5 Reasons Why Employers Should Conduct Background Checks

The Employers Choice: Screening Your Candidates on an ATS

The Employers Choice: Screening Your Candidates on an ATS

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2019

Top 10 Background Screening Blogs of 2019

2019 was a great year for Choice Screening. A Year of recognition, development, and education, of...

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Form I-9 Comply™: Choice Screening's Form I-9 Solution

Form I-9 Comply™: Choice Screening's Form I-9 Solution

What is Form I-9?

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FMCSA Clearinghouse Regulations

FMCSA Clearinghouse Regulations

Background Screening and Applicant Tracking System Integrations

Background Screening and Applicant Tracking System Integrations

The Most Common Background Check

The Most Common Background Check

NAPBS Announces Rebrand to PBSA

NAPBS Announces Rebrand to PBSA

Post Hire Services

Post Hire Services

Background Screening: Frequently Asked Questions

Background Screening: Frequently Asked Questions

Security Policies and Standards [Fact Sheet]

Security Policies and Standards [Fact Sheet]

At Choice Screening we pride ourselves on high security standards which are maintained by our...

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Why Choice Screening [Infographic]

Why Choice Screening [Infographic]

Making informed decisions doesn't happen by chance. Background screening helps fill the gaps...

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Choice Screening Achieves Background Screening Credentialing Council Accreditation

Choice Screening Achieves Background Screening Credentialing Council Accreditation

Infographic: Resume Embellishment

Infographic: Resume Embellishment

Common Background Screening Misconceptions

Common Background Screening Misconceptions

Tips for Auditing Your Background Screening Program

Tips for Auditing Your Background Screening Program

Drug & Alcohol Testing FAQ

Drug & Alcohol Testing FAQ

Background Screening Gig Workers

Background Screening Gig Workers

Property Management Background Screening

Property Management Background Screening

Choice ReScreen

Choice ReScreen

New Product Announcement: Bankruptcy, Liens, & Judgments Search

New Product Announcement: Bankruptcy, Liens, & Judgments Search

New York Increases Criminal History Search Access Fee

New York Increases Criminal History Search Access Fee

Right to Work Poster Update

Right to Work Poster Update

California Background Check Law Review

California Background Check Law Review

Background Screening's Role in Mergers & Acquisitions

Background Screening's Role in Mergers & Acquisitions

BountyJobs and Choice Screening Announce Strategic Partnership

BountyJobs and Choice Screening Announce Strategic Partnership

Background Checks: Enhancing The Candidate Experience

Background Checks: Enhancing The Candidate Experience

10 Commandments of Background Screening

10 Commandments of Background Screening

New Product Announcement - CAPS Check

New Product Announcement - CAPS Check

Ban The Box Update

Ban The Box Update

Compliance and the GDPR

Compliance and the GDPR

FCRA Summary of Rights Update

FCRA Summary of Rights Update

7 Year Search Scope Industry Standard

7 Year Search Scope Industry Standard

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, NEOGOV

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, NEOGOV

Introducing Our Newest Partner, Bullhorn

Introducing Our Newest Partner, Bullhorn

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, Greenhouse Software.

Choice Screening, Inc. Introduces Newest Partner, Greenhouse Software.

Choice Screening integrates with the Greenhouse Applicant Tracking System, launching a...

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Choice Screening and iCIMS Announce Partnership to Address Complex Hiring Obstacles by Verifying Candidate Selection

Choice Screening and iCIMS Announce Partnership to Address Complex Hiring Obstacles by Verifying Candidate Selection

Salary History Ban News

Salary History Ban News

Urban Legends of Background Screening

Urban Legends of Background Screening

The girls looked on, eyes wide in horror as their friend walked to the mirror.

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An Employer’s Guide to Arrest Records and Conviction Records

An Employer’s Guide to Arrest Records and Conviction Records

Employers, Are You Up To Date on Current Background Screening Laws?

Employers, Are You Up To Date on Current Background Screening Laws?

The National Sex Offender Search, an Instrumental Safeguard

The National Sex Offender Search, an Instrumental Safeguard

If you are not already running The National Sex Offender Search, you should start. It is our...

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Why Professional License Verification is Essential for a Comprehensive Background Check

Why Professional License Verification is Essential for a Comprehensive Background Check

Whenever a license impacts employment, Professional License Verifications are an essential part of...

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Regulations, Acts and Agencies: Background Screening Glossary Essentials

Regulations, Acts and Agencies: Background Screening Glossary Essentials

Looking for an essential list of background screening terminology that will help keep you compliant?

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The Future of Background Screening

The Future of Background Screening

Background screening has been in and out of the spotlight since becoming commonplace decades ago,...

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How to use a Professional Reference Check in the Hiring Process

How to use a Professional Reference Check in the Hiring Process

Why spend time on calling a professional reference when hiring a new employee?

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Drug Testing: Background Screening Glossary Essentials

Drug Testing: Background Screening Glossary Essentials

In the past several years, drug screening has become increasingly complex.

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Why Social Security Number is Important in Background Screening

Why Social Security Number is Important in Background Screening

Here’s a confusing one: SSN is one of the least common identifiers found during research, such as...

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2016: A Year of Thanks @ChoiceScreening

2016: A Year of Thanks @ChoiceScreening

Do you find yourself enjoying the crisp chill in the air daydreaming about background checks…

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Criminal & Civil: Background Screening Glossary Essentials

Criminal & Civil: Background Screening Glossary Essentials

Do you need definitions for criminal record background checks and civil background searches all in...

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What is an

What is an "Employment Eligibility" Verification?

Employers use Employment Eligibility Verification to confirm the identity of a new employee and...

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The Employer’s Obligations under the FCRA

The Employer’s Obligations under the FCRA

An employer’s obligations under the FCRA carry many responsibilities from which a business may...

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Background Screening Glossary Essentials: Form I-9 & E-Verify

Background Screening Glossary Essentials: Form I-9 & E-Verify

You have a couple options to get a list of definitions for Form I9 and E-Verify…

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Dear HR Generalist: We need to talk about your background checks

Dear HR Generalist: We need to talk about your background checks

HR is central to such much of a business' success. Your background checks fit in there too...

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The Employer’s Choice: Screening Your Employees Online

The Employer’s Choice: Screening Your Employees Online

Employers have a choice of who to hire and who not to hire. They also have a choice in how their...

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Background Screening Glossary: Essentials

Background Screening Glossary: Essentials

There is a trick to background screening: know the essentials!

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Comprehensive Background Checks: The National Wants & Warrants Search

Comprehensive Background Checks: The National Wants & Warrants Search

The Wants and Warrants Search uncovers information that may not be included in regular criminal...

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What is OIG?

What is OIG?

The Office of the Inspector General, or OIG, is essential for healthcare employers.

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Tenant Screening: Taking Adverse Action

Tenant Screening: Taking Adverse Action

When something unfavorable is returned on your tenant’s background report, what do you do?

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The Most “Stolen” SSN of All Time

The Most “Stolen” SSN of All Time

SSN Verification is a fundamental service in the comprehensive background screen.

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White Collar Crime and the Federal Criminal Search

White Collar Crime and the Federal Criminal Search

Bankruptcy. Fraud. Insider trading. What could be lurking in your employee’s past?

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What is the Difference between a Background Check and E-Verify?

What is the Difference between a Background Check and E-Verify?

The difference between a background check and E-Verify is based on the purpose of each and...

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Criminal Record Definitions for Background Checks

Criminal Record Definitions for Background Checks

What is a common mistake employers make when using criminal record background checks?

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Colorado eliminates supplement to Form I-9

Colorado eliminates supplement to Form I-9

On August 10, 2016, Colorado employers will have one less requirement when hiring new employees –...

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Address History in background checks [INFOGRAPHIC]

Address History in background checks [INFOGRAPHIC]

Why run an Address History background check? 

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Talk to a Human: Background Screening @ChoiceScreening

Talk to a Human: Background Screening @ChoiceScreening

In early 2016, we launched our new website – same address (choicescreening.com), totally different...

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What is a comprehensive background check?

What is a comprehensive background check?

A comprehensive background check provides complete and accurate information about an applicant,...

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What is the point of a consent form?

What is the point of a consent form?

Have you ever asked yourself, “What is the point of a consent form?”

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Names: You could say they impact the entire background check

Names: You could say they impact the entire background check

Who would have thought there’s so much to write about your applicant’s (or employee’s) name and...

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How to Dispute a Background Check [INFOGRAPHIC]

How to Dispute a Background Check [INFOGRAPHIC]

When your applicant tells you something is wrong on their background report, what should you do?

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What is the Impact of Drugs and Alcohol at Work?

What is the Impact of Drugs and Alcohol at Work?

Employers who implement and enforce a Drug-Free Workplace Policy will statistically see increased...

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How Long Does a Background Check Take?

How Long Does a Background Check Take?

As an employer, waiting on the results of a background check can test your patience. Certain...

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How to Get Better, Faster Background Check Results!

How to Get Better, Faster Background Check Results!

This job market is crazy competitive! The best, most qualified applicants are easy to lose if you...

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Background Screening for Online Retailers

Background Screening for Online Retailers

Does the online, eCommerce movement mean the end of retail jobs?

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7 Impactful (and Common) Background Screening Oversights

7 Impactful (and Common) Background Screening Oversights

When running a background check, it may be surprising what has great impact on the results of your...

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What goes into a Compliant Background Screen?

What goes into a Compliant Background Screen?

Background screening compliance is a hot topic as of late – mostly because of the continued...

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Adverse Action Letters: Background Screening Compliance Series

Adverse Action Letters: Background Screening Compliance Series

Whenever an employer uses a background check to make a decision that is not in favor of the...

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The Consent Form: Background Screening Compliance Series

The Consent Form: Background Screening Compliance Series

Background screening compliance starts with the Consent Form. Ignoring this important requirement...

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Choice Screening News: Going Green in 2016

Choice Screening News: Going Green in 2016

Last year, we were tasked with making notable green changes… and we’re in full swing now! Choice...

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Background Screening is like a Cheeseburger

Background Screening is like a Cheeseburger

I once heard a meteorologist describe our atmosphere like a cheeseburger – the bread, the toppings...

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Back to the Future Background Checks

Back to the Future Background Checks

October 21, 2015. The day we’ve all been waiting for – when Marty and Doc Brown arrive in our...

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Bobbing for Bad Apples – Apple rescinds policy not to hire felons

Bobbing for Bad Apples – Apple rescinds policy not to hire felons

In April 2015, Apple found the bad apple in the bucket and didn’t like the taste. The corporation...

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Seasonal Hiring for Retail: Why Background Screening is Important

Seasonal Hiring for Retail: Why Background Screening is Important

The most common type of retail theft is, arguably, also the most avoidable – internal. I could...

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Avoid Being Duped by a Fake Degree: Insight into Diploma Mills

Avoid Being Duped by a Fake Degree: Insight into Diploma Mills

I was driving home the a while back, waiting to turn left at an obscenely long light. Suddenly,...

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NY City Law Impacts Criminal Records & Credit Reports for Hiring

NY City Law Impacts Criminal Records & Credit Reports for Hiring

Are you a New York City employer? If so, you have some important updates for your hiring...

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4th Circuit Decision in EEOC v. Freeman Background Screening Lawsuit

4th Circuit Decision in EEOC v. Freeman Background Screening Lawsuit

In February 2015, the US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit upheld a summary judgment ruling...

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How to Find Amazing Employment Background Screening Companies & Select the Right Services

How to Find Amazing Employment Background Screening Companies & Select the Right Services

Employee background checks play an important role in the hiring process. It’s important to partner...

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Why Property Managers Should Background Screen Employees

Why Property Managers Should Background Screen Employees

A property manager and landlord’s responsibility is threefold: protect the tenant, protect the...

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Current Address: A HUGE Impact on your Background Screening Results

Current Address: A HUGE Impact on your Background Screening Results

Have you ever wondered why Choice Screening asks for your applicant’s current address if you’re...

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Background Screening Myth: SSN’s and Criminal Records

Background Screening Myth: SSN’s and Criminal Records

Do you know one of the most common misconceptions about criminal record identifiers?

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Social Media Recruiting & Background Screening: A Warning

Social Media Recruiting & Background Screening: A Warning

Using Social Media, such as LinkedIn to find, recruit and review applicants may seem like a good...

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Healthcare Staffing: Develop an Effective Background Check Program

Healthcare Staffing: Develop an Effective Background Check Program

Healthcare Staffing Agencies keep the heartbeat of a hospital, facility and doctor’s office...

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The Consent Form: What is the Cost of Non-Compliance?

The Consent Form: What is the Cost of Non-Compliance?

Publix settled for $6.8 Million - is this the cost of one non-compliant sentence in their consent...

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Seasonal Background Screening: Who Did You Hire?

Seasonal Background Screening: Who Did You Hire?

For those of us who hire seasonal employees, we're getting into one of two modes at the office: (1)...

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How to Manage Background Checks for Mass Hiring

How to Manage Background Checks for Mass Hiring

Hiring surges and rapid expansion is a daunting process considering everything that has to fall...

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5 Tips: Better Background Screen Results

5 Tips: Better Background Screen Results

As an end user, you have a lot of impact when it comes to getting a background screen request off...

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