How to Conduct Legal Background Checks

Your Background Checks Might Be Illegal. Learn How to Comply With Current Laws and Regulations

While recent incidents of workplace violence have increased employers’ desire for background checks, new laws and regulations limit their use. You must be aware of the legal implications, particularly when you want to deny employment to an applicant with an arrest or conviction.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has cautioned employers from having policies or practices that screen individuals based on criminal records, which may amount to disparate impact discrimination. You need to know how to navigate the fine line to keep your organization safe.

Employment law expert Rick Verstegen will outline the best practices for conducting background checks. You will learn how to navigate today’s legal restrictions without abandoning your organization’s commitment to safety and integrity.