Avoiding Hidden Hiring Landmines: 4-Step FCRA Compliance Plan for Handling Pre-Adverse Action Notices
Nov 17th 2021 by JDSpura @ www.jdspura.com
Background check reports are an important – and in many cases essential – tool in making informed and responsible employment decisions. Gathering and using this information, however, carries legal obligations and corresponding risks, some of which may not be immediately apparent to employers. One of the most common mistakes occurs when an employer ignores or incorrectly follows the pre-adverse action requirement created by the Fair Credit Reporting Act, a federal statute that many do not realize governs some hiring actions. What do employers need to know about this obligation? This Insight provides an overview and offers a four-step plan to ensure compliance.