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U.S. District Judge Upholds Federal Preemption Over Minnesota State Drug Testing Law
A U.S. District Court in Minnesota ruled that federal drug testing regulations preempt the state’s Drug and AlcoholTesting in the Workplace Act (DATWA) for safety-sensitive positions. The case involved an employee who wasterminated after failing a random drug…
Mississippi: Indian Tribe Approves Referendum Regulating the “Possession, Production, and Distribution of Marijuana on Tribal Lands”
Members of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians have approved a referendum supporting the legalization ofmarijuana on tribal lands. The measure, known as Referendum 2025-01, passed with 55 percent of the vote, accordingto unofficial results. The tribe, the only…
Your Breath May Be Your Next ID: Study Says Nasal Patterns are as Unique as Fingerprints
Advancements in AI and automation are transforming vendor due diligence by enabling faster, more accurate, andcontinuous assessments. Platforms like SignalX and Cetbix utilize real-time data from regulatory bodies, courts, andmedia sources to evaluate vendors’…
Robert Half Settles Background Check Suit for More than $2.2M
Robert Half International agreed to a class-action settlement totaling over $4.38 million after allegedly failing toprovide job applicants with required FCRA disclosures and a copy of their background reports before taking adverseactions. Each eligible claimant may…
Job Seeker Says Paycom Background Check Included Twin Brother’s Charges
A job candidate is suing Paycom after a background check misattributed his twin brother’s misdemeanor and felonycharges to him, causing a rescinded a job offer even after the error was corrected. The lawsuit alleges Paycom reliedon name and birthdate matching rather…
Florida’s Hiring Boom Spotlights Growing Demand for Record Sealing, Expungement
Florida’s hiring boom has highlighted the growing demand for criminal record sealing and expungement services. Withmany employers conducting background checks, individuals with criminal records face challenges in securingemployment, housing, and education….
Virginia Allows Criminal Records to be Sealed for First Time in Commonwealth’s History
Virginia has enacted a landmark law allowing certain criminal convictions to be sealed from public view, effective July1, 2026. Individuals with qualifying misdemeanor or low-level felony convictions can petition to have their recordssealed, making them inaccessible…
New Survey Reveals Which Generation Lies the Most on Their Resumes — & What They’re Lying About
A recent survey by Career.io reveals that nearly half (47%) of Gen Z job seekers admit to falsifying details on theirresumes, making them the most likely generation to do so. Common fabrications include exaggerating jobresponsibilities (28%), inflating work experience…
Compliance Check: Massachusetts Employers, Do Your Applications Contain Required Lie Detector Disclosures?
Massachusetts employers must include a specific notice on all job applications stating that requiring or administering alie detector test as a condition of employment is unlawful. This requirement stems from Massachusetts General LawsChapter 149, Section 19B, and…
Hackers are Now Pretending to be Job Seekers to Spread Malware
Cybercriminals are posing as jobs eekers, creating fake LinkedIn profiles and resume sites, to target recruiters and HRmanagers. Once they gain trust, victims are invited to view a resume that appears harmless but secretly delivers aWindows shortcut (.LNK) file….
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