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You have questions? We have answers. Second in a multi-part series. How many parts? We aren’t sure yet. There’s a lot of ground to cover. Why can criminal searches take so long? (Part II) A lot of things can impact how fast or slow a criminal search takes. Let’s focus on the things within the court’s scope…
You have questions? We have answers. First in a multi-part series. How many parts? We aren’t sure yet. There’s a lot of ground to cover. Why can criminal searches take so long? (Part I) A lot of things can impact how fast or slow a criminal search takes. Let’s focus on the things outside of the court’s…
On the 1st day of Background Checks my screener gave to me: A terrific, comprehensive Application to be used for all futures hires. Ann says, “Don’t let your applicants just give you their resume. It’s a great advertisement for them, and it doesn’t put YOU in the driver’s seat with the information you need to…
I just had a client call me for a legal opinion. I’m not a lawyer, and smart enough to admit that to anyone that will listen to me. AND her question was about laws and ordinances in the city of Los Angeles, state of California. I got out my ten-foot pole, gave her my lay…
Background checks are a critical tool for helping employers avoid liability for negligent hiring—but navigating the ever-expanding list of laws (federal, state and local) that govern these investigations can be a daunting task. Why do employers get sued for negligent hiring? Typically, because they knew or should have known about an employee’s potential to cause…
[Phone rings] Ann: “Cutting Edge, this is Ann.” Customer: “Hey Ann! Ready to ring in the New Year?” Ann (inquisitively): “Yes, but it’s only November. It’s Thanksgiving week not New Year’s.” Customer: “I know, but this year has been so rotten. I’m ready to scrap 2020 and move on. 2021 bigger and better things, you…
[Phone rings] Ann: “Cutting Edge, this is Ann.” Customer: “Can I be doing more?” Ann: “Uhh… I’m not sure what you mean. With your background checks?” Customer: “No, it’s just this time of year I feel like I should be doing more to help others. Volunteer at a soup kitchen, donate blankets, give money to…
Hiring employees in today’s world can be challenging in many ways. With these simple tips and guidelines, you can learn how to avoid toxic workers in a #MeToo, High-Tech, Active Shooter, Headlines, Juries and Ban the Box world.