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Construction Background Checks: A Quick Guide
We've been doing background checks in the construction industry since before most of our competitors existed. Over three decades, we've seen every possible hiring mistake, compliance nightmare, and screening challenge you can imagine.
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Alias Names In Background Checks
Names tell a story, but not always the full one. People often use different names throughout their lives, whether from marriage, nicknames, or simple spelling variations.
E‑Verify Suspension 2025: Employer Compliance Guide During the Government Shutdown
The 2025 U.S. government shutdown began October 1. That same day, the E-Verify system, and several of its related tools, went offline.
Oil & Gas Background Checks: A Quick Guide
It's clear:
The Future of Oil & Gas Background Checks
The oil and gas industry is under constant pressure to move fast without cutting corners. Projects span remote locations, involve hazardous materials, and run on tight deadlines.
Audit-Proof Hiring in Oil & Gas
Audits in oil and gas rarely come with notice. Inspectors can arrive unannounced, asking to see proof that every worker is trained, certified, and cleared for the tasks at hand.
Oil and Gas Drug Testing: An HR Compliance Guide
Picture this: Your crew is about to start work on a drilling rig, heavy machinery is active, hazardous materials are on site, and schedules are tight.
The Importance of Human Verification in Background Checks
AI is Reshaping Background Screening … Background screening is one of the most important parts of the hiring process.
New EAD Revocation Rules: What E-Verify Employers Need to Know
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reshaped how employers manage revoked Employment Authorization Documents (EADs).
What to Do if You Get a 613 Notice
What is a 613 notice?
613 Notices: Who Pays the Price?
Richard Alexander Williams had no criminal record.
Mid-Year Employment Law Roundup
We’re nearly halfway through 2025, and several employment law changes have already taken effect. … OSHA has finalized a long-delayed rule for the construction industry.
Does Suspended License Show on Background check?
Driving with a suspended license is a common criminal conviction. Should you hire or pass on an applicant with this record? The answer is not a definitive yes or no.