Michael Klazema

Michael Klazema is the lead author and editor for Dallas-based backgroundchecks.com with a focus on human resource and employment screening developments

Michael Klazema

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Housing Ban the Box Applicable in New Jersey

Landlords in New Jersey are banned from inquiring about a prospective tenant’s criminal history early in the application process.

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What Aren’t Your Applicants Telling You About Their Resumés?

Lying on job applications and especially in resumés is shockingly common. How can hiring managers verify the trustworthiness of an applicant’s claims in today’s culture?

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A Look at the Growing Push to Regulate AI in the Hiring Process

AI in the hiring process could be headed toward more regulation in the coming years. A new law in New York City requires employers that use AI technologies and algorithms in hiring to have their proce...

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Tinder Adds New Resources for Survivors, Still Plans Background Checks

Attempting to fight back against perceptions that dating platforms are ripe for abuse, Tinder recently announced a new slate of resources and affirmed it was still exploring background checks.

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Are Financial Service Firms Making Risky Hiring Choices?

Safe hiring is vital in industries such as finance, where employees may have access to assets and funds. Are these firms missing potential risks in their hiring processes?

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Fatal 2019 Truck Crash Linked to Improper Driver Vetting, Training

The fiery 2019 Lakewood crash killed four people and made fresh headlines when the driver received a 110-year sentence. New evidence suggests poor vetting was partially to blame.

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