Articles Discussing The Hiring Process.

Recently enacted changes to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (Section 19) eased the restrictions on financial institutions when hiring individuals with criminal records, but the changes left some open questions regarding (i) the “de minimis” standard, and (ii) whether the changes to Section 19 effectively amended the

FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act loosens restrictions on hiring those with criminal records at FDIC-member banks and NCUA-insured credit unions. Sections 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act and 205(d) of the Federal Credit Union Act should no longer be relied upon as a basis to automatically

How do you create the best job postings to attract the most diverse set of candidates to your applicant pool?

Position descriptions and job postings are often untapped opportunities to inform and market your position, team, and the employer to potential candidates.

I will highlight three suggestions today.

Employers in today’s tight job market are constantly looking for ways to recruit and maintain top talent from a diverse slate of candidates. Doing so can be tricky, however, as there are limits to which employers, recruiters, and staffing agencies can go in building such a slate. This Littler

On October 3, 2022, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy published its “Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights.” This adds to prior federal guidance released by the EEOC and DOJ regarding the use of AI in employment decisions.

The framework published by the White House is

In this episode, Jen discusses the “Great Resignation” and tips for recruiting and retaining talent in our challenging job market.

Even as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports increased hiring in the manufacturing industry over the last year, filling certain positions remain a challenge, especially for those that require highly skilled workers. Greater use of technology in the industry can help employers and recruiters successfully cast a wider net to attract qualified, diverse candidates.

The increase in remote workers has created many new and unique challenges for employers, one of which is how to onboard workers who never come to an office or job site. 

Healthcare organizations across the United States are facing an unprecedented labor shortage. Many healthcare employers are moving quickly to implement creative solutions that will attract and retain a qualified workforce. Kaiser Health News reports that “after the pressure cooker of the past two-plus years led to staff turnover and a

In this episode, Jen helps employers understand their legal obligations when hiring minors.  With summer quickly approaching, this topic is critical for anyone who hires employees of any age who are still in school.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is a federal law that governs employment-related background checks.  Most lawsuits asserting federal claims proceed in federal court.1  The FCRA is atypical in that FCRA claims can proceed in either federal or state court.  A new opinion from a California court of appeal

What are some strategies to help employers eliminate bias in the talent recruitment process?

Employers should take a holistic view of the various stages in the talent recruitment process to help eliminate bias. If employers wait until the interview to implement strategies to combat bias, the talent pool

Jeopardy! is moving past the drama of losing its first choice for Alex Trebek’s replacement for permanent host of the popular game show. Since former producer Mike Richards resigned over the summer after his past offensive comments resurfaced, Mayim Bialik filled in as guest host of weekday Jeopardy! episodes

Due to the global pandemic, employers are regularly recruiting new employees virtually. Attorney Mary Stuart King discuss what employers need to know regarding laws and challenges surrounding virtual interviewing.

Due to the global pandemic, employers have begun recruiting new employees virtually, which has resulted in online video exchanges replacing the face-to-face interviewing experience.