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BACKGROUND CHECK INSIDER
Fingerprinting Services Now Available in Charlotte & Mount Airy, NC
Unique Background Solutions offers Advanced LiveScan fingerprinting with digital FD-258 cards through our partnership with Carolina Fingerprinting. Appointments available in Charlotte and Mount Airy, NC.
Why I Started Speaking on Background Screening: Real Lessons from 20 Years Behind the Screen
After two decades in the background screening industry, Michael Barnes began sharing what he’s learned on stage. His speaking sessions help HR and safety leaders make sense of compliance with practical tools and real-world insight.
Screening for the Future: What Your Hiring Policy Says About Your Company Culture
Your hiring policy is more than compliance — it’s a reflection of your company culture. Discover how screening practices send powerful signals about your values, from second chances to zero tolerance.
Understanding the Scope of Criminal Record Searches: How Far Back Can You Really Go?
When employers order a criminal background check, one of the most common questions is: “How far back do the results go?” The answer depends on several factors, including the FCRA 7-year rule, state restrictions, and the availability of court records. In this blog, we explain what “scope” really means, how long records can be reported, and what employers need to know to stay compliant.
Reasonable Suspicion: Why HR Needs a Toolkit for the Toughest Conversations
Reasonable suspicion is one of the toughest conversations HR will ever face. Learn why it matters, the common mistakes to avoid, and how to build a toolkit that keeps your workplace safe and compliant.
Do I Need Written Permission to Run a Background Check?
Do you need written permission to run a background check? Yes — and skipping this step can cost you. Under the FCRA, disclosure and authorization forms must be clear, conspicuous, and stand-alone. Here’s what every employer needs to know to stay compliant and protect their hiring process.
Would You Leave Your Front Door Unlocked? Why Volunteer Screening Is Your First Line of Defense
Would you leave your front door unlocked? Skipping volunteer screening is just as risky. Learn how background checks — and tools like EZyApp — help nonprofits protect what matters most.
The 5 Most Common Background Check Questions We Get Asked — And Why They Matter
We get these 5 questions all the time — from applicants, HR teams, and business owners. Here's what you need to know to stay compliant, informed, and protected.
Fireworks, Freedom, and Fair Hiring: What the 4th of July Can Teach Us About Background Checks and Drug Testing
Fireworks aren’t the only thing that needs careful handling. This 4th of July, see how background checks and drug testing protect the freedoms we celebrate — in the workplace and beyond.
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