How Is a Background Check Conducted?

A background check is a process in which an employer investigates a potential employee. The goal of this process is to confirm that a person is who he or she claims to be. There are many aspects of a candidates background that may be checked. Some of these include...

Urinalysis Test: FAQs for Employers

Employers typically mandate drug tests for illicit substances for potential employees. They may also habitually drug test hired employees to ensure they are not using drugs. Urinalysis is the most common drug test for employees. Urinalysis is the only federally...

Pros and Cons of Using Hair Follicle Drug Testing in Employees

Hair follicle drug testing is one of the most common drug screening techniques. It involves removing a small amount of hair from the employees head with scissors. The strands of hair are then sent to a lab and tested for drugs in the employees system. Hair follicle...

Legalization of Marijuana in New York: What Employees Should Know

Recreational marijuana possession and usage officially became legal in New York state on March 31, 2021. Marijuana legalization was a groundbreaking move by the New York state government and governor Andrew Cuomo. The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) bill...
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