Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alonzo Martinez reports on employment laws and trends in HR tech. The compliance landscape continues to evolve, with the third ...

In recent years, and especially in 2025 and early 2026, the compliance picture has changed dramatically. As a result, ...

This policy requires the verification of credentials, criminal history, and other information related to employment decisions. The University at Buffalo (UB, university) requires certain credential, ...

Running background checks for construction workers has never been a more straightforward process, and 2024 will certainly be no exception. Employers across the country will continue to face an ...

Background checks are an unavoidable hurdle for countless job applicants as they navigate the often long-winded and intricate process of securing employment. Whether or not a background check will ...