A Honduran woman has been ordered to serve 26 months in federal prison after a judge found she used a stolen identity to secure a job in Pinellas County, Florida. Nidia Roxana Maradiaga-Flores was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday following her…
Posts by Category: Background Screening
When “Can We Contact Your References?” Isn’t Enough Anymore
Traditional reference checks are no longer sufficient for employers trying to verify job candidates. While asking “when can we contact your references?” was once a standard step, it has become less reliable due to fabricated references, coached responses, and…
Data Inventories: A First Step for Practical Privacy Compliance
Data inventories are a foundational step for practical privacy compliance, enabling organizations to understand what personal data they collect, how it is used, where it is stored, and with whom it is shared. A well-maintained inventory supports legal obligations,…
Portable User-Verified Background Checks: Slash Litigation Risk & Accelerate Hiring
Portable user-verified background checks shift control of screening data to individuals, enabling reusable, continuously updated records that improve accuracy and transparency. This approach reduces hiring delays, enhances candidate experience, and lowers compliance…
EEOC and FTC Offer Joint Tips on Use of Employment Background Checks
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have released joint guidance on employment background checks. The guidance includes separate resources for employers and job applicants, outlining rights and…
Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) Approves Bayometric’s Live Scan Fingerprinting System
The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) has approved Bayometric’s Live Scan Fingerprinting System forelectronic capture and submission of fingerprints to support background checks. The system meets Utah DPS and FBItechnical standards, enabling faster, more accurate…
AI Trends for 2026 – Navigating the Patchwork of Laws and Risks When Using AI Tools
Employers are increasingly deploying AI tools to streamline key HR functions, from resume screening to performancemanagement and other workforce functions. In 2026, these tools are no longer experimental; some companies areembedding them in core HR functions. At the…
Five Things Employers Need to Consider as Background Screening Shifts in 2026
Employers face evolving background screening challenges in 2026 due to AI use, rising fraud, and tighter regulation.AI can speed screening but must be paired with human judgment. Rising sophisticated fraud means stronger checksare needed. One-time pre-hire screening…
The AI Paradox in Candidate Screening and Vetting
AI in candidate screening is a paradox: it enables sophisticated fraud (like deepfakes and fabricated identities) whilealso offering tools to detect such deception. Many organizations still rely on outdated, manual processes and areunprepared for rising AI-driven…
New Florida Law Compels Certain Employers to Include Background Check Resource in Job Listings
A recent Florida law requires certain employers — especially those working with children and vulnerable adults — toinclude a link to the Agency for Health Care Administration’s (AHCA) background check resource in job postings forroles requiring Level 2 background…







