Grocery chain named in class-action lawsuit for Fair Credit Reporting Act violations
The two lead plaintiffs allege that Rochester, New York-based Wegmans Food Markets did not clearly indicate that the company would be obtaining consumer reports on candidates during the hiring process. Read More
Sprint settles suit over background check authorization forms
The telecommunications company reached a settlement over accusations it violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act by requiring applicants to sign a background check authorization form that included “a vast and limitless release of information.” Read More
Court rules that sending copy of background check report satisfies FCRA requirement
A Pennsylvania district court found that an employer’s pre-adverse notification requirement only extends as far as sending the letter to the applicant and that confirming receipt of the letter is not considered part of the employer’s obligation. Read More
Burger chain grilled over background check practices
Five Guys is facing a potential class-action lawsuit from a former employee who claims several of the company’s background check practices violate the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act and California state laws. Read More
Brooklyn arena used “flawed and discriminatory” background check practices, suit says
A suit filed in federal court in the Eastern District of New York alleges that Brooklyn Events Center, LLC – the owner/operator of Brooklyn’s Barclays Center – unlawfully denies employment to applicants with criminal records without providing them with information regarding their denial of employment. Read More