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BACKGROUND CHECK NEWS AND ARTICLES

Reliable Background Screening has a long and successful history performing background checks in a multitude of industries, nationwide. Reliable is widely considered as the experts in the intricacies of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and other background screening regulations. President and CEO, Rudy Troisi, has been a speaker, nationally, at numerous professional organizations on the topic of employee and other background checks. As part of our stated goal to educate our clients about what background information they should have, and what the best methods are to acquire it, please refer to the two areas below, which contain valuable information pertaining to background checks.

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THE RELIABLE BLOG

Updates and expert insights from Reliable Background Screening.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Valuable background check news and educational information.

Membership Screening Protects Country Club Brands

Country clubs, with their lush green fairways and exclusive amenities, evoke images of luxury and sophistication. These enclaves cater to the elite, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. However, behind the scenes, ensuring the integrity and safety of these prestigious establishments is paramount to upholding their esteemed brands. Membership screening emerges as a vital tool in safeguarding the reputation and essence of country [...]

By |March 15, 2024|The Reliable Blog, Uncategorized|

Franchisee Screening – Shifting the Expense to the Franchisee Applicant

Franchisee Background Checks – Who Should Pay In the dynamic world of franchising, the success and sustainability of a franchise brand rely heavily on the quality of its franchisees. One crucial aspect that cannot be overlooked is the screening process for potential franchisees. Traditionally, franchisors have borne the financial burden of background checks and application processes. However, a paradigm shift towards making franchisee screening a cost borne by [...]

By |February 9, 2024|The Reliable Blog|

Mitigating Payroll Risk – The Power of Continuous Criminal Monitoring

Payroll management is a critical aspect of any business, ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time. However, with the increasing complexity of regulatory compliance and the evolving nature of the workforce, payroll-related risks have become more pronounced. One area that demands careful attention is the risk associated with employing individuals either with existing criminal backgrounds and/or having employees who commit criminal acts subsequent to being hired. To [...]

By |January 11, 2024|The Reliable Blog|

Background Checks – Trends to Watch for 2024

As 2023 is coming to a close, there are certain trends in the background screening space that will likely continue to present themselves as challenges and opportunities.  Four of the most significant areas are: Redaction of dates of birth (DOB) on county criminal records, and the concomitant reality of longer delays with county criminal records searches. Continuous Criminal Monitoring becoming more prevalent, as organizations seek to mitigate risk [...]

By |December 13, 2023|The Reliable Blog, Uncategorized|

NLRB Final Joint Employer Rule – Unwelcome News for Franchisors and Other Businesses

Late last month, the NLRB (National Labor Relations Board) released its final rule defining its new standard for joint-employer status.  This ruling reverses the franchise-friendlier rule that was adopted in 2020 and replaces it with a franchise-adverse rule that will likely negatively impact the franchise industry model, as well as other industries, including staffing agencies. The NLRB has provided “an exhaustive list of seven categories of terms or [...]

By |November 14, 2023|The Reliable Blog|

Member Background Checks – A Country Club Benefit For Which Applicants Will Pay

At first glance, the concept of country club member applicants welcoming the opportunity to pay for their member background checks may seem implausible.  However, when positioned properly by country club staff and the Club’s marketing materials, country club member background checks can be viewed as a valuable benefit by prospective club members for many reasons. While some members might initially hesitate at the prospect of paying for these [...]

By |October 13, 2023|The Reliable Blog|

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