Business Practices

June 26, 2019 By POE Knows

Pay Equity – Questions about Past Salary

Laws for employers are quickly spreading throughout the country that prohibit questions about previous salary history. About 15 states and other local areas have adopted this practice now. Using previous salary history in the hiring process can have major concerns with regard to the gap women and people of color, and minorities face in their… [Read More]

September 27, 2018 By POE Knows

Ban the Box updates

Nationwide, thus far, 32 states and over 150 cities and counties have adopted what is widely known as “ban the box”. The National Employment Law Project (NELP) states: This is to ensure that Employers consider a job candidate’s qualifications first-without the stigma of a conviction or arrest record. Ban the Box is becoming the ‘norm’ for many… [Read More]

July 21, 2018 By POE Knows

FTC Testifies on Fair Credit Reporting Act

Recently, The Federal Trade Commission testified before the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee that enforcement of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) remains a top priority, and outlined the agency’s efforts to educate consumers and businesses about the law’s requirements. According to the FTC Press Release, the Commission has played a key role in the implementation, enforcement,… [Read More]

May 18, 2018 By POE Knows

Benefits to Employers of Pre-Employment Background Screening

As employers, we are all aware of the negative impact that just one ‘wrong’ employee can have upon your business. Each year companies lose thousands of dollars or more on these employees. By including into your hiring & interviewing process, Pre-Employment Background Screening, it can keep your company safer and give you the protection you… [Read More]

December 12, 2017 By POE Knows

2018: Will it ring in – Legislation that Prohibits Employers from Salary History?

Many states have indicated that 2018 is the year that they predict employers will no longer be able to request information regarding salary history. California, Oregon, New York City, Philadelphia and Massachusetts all have enacted or spoke out in support of legislation that would not allow employers to seek out details from prospective employees about… [Read More]