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Are You Letting Violent Felons in Your Home? After so many warnings and tragedies, many companies are still hire contractors without performing background checks.

Overcoming unfair barriers to employment is one of the current strategic enforcement priorities of the EEOC. The commission says it wants to further educate the public and the employer community on the appropriate use of conviction records.

Leaving More Questions Than Answers, the Decision on DOMA Affects Many Employers … On June 26, 2013, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark decision regarding same-sex marriage.

What are Examples of Criminal Records? Clarifying Different Types of Criminal Records – Top 10 List … Let’s explore the top 10 most common convictions found on criminal background checks in the United States and get a better understanding of these criminal offenses.

KRESS offers a step by step guide: Get the facts before you hire … Start with the end in mind … Explore your staff … Consider your industry … Think about technology … Look at the scope … Get Started Now

First yourself, then Others.  3 Steps You Can Take to Start the Year off Right!

USA Today and the American Heart Association are reporting that more and more employers are, “…imposing bans on smokers. They won’t hire applicants whose urine tests positive for nicotine use.” An example is Baylor Health Care System in Texas.