Privacy
Can My Employer Monitor My Web Surfing or Emails at Work? (2023)
Absolutely, yes. And what’s worse, they probably are. Employee surveillance has never been easier thanks to advances in technology and the emergence of computers and the Internet. Employers are taking advantage like never before. According to a recent survey conducted by the
Read MoreBackground Checks — What Are My Rights?
If you’re applying for a job, or want to keep one, you’re going to have to accept that background checks are becoming a part of work life. An estimated 50% of resumes submitted by job applicants contain false or inaccurate information. Bad employees who slip through the hiring process can also create significant legal liability…
Read MoreCan I Tape Record My Boss? (2023)
Here’s a question I hear every now and then from clients. The answer is: generally, no, you can not legally tape record conversation with your boss or anyone else without their permission or consent. In other words, you can’t do what the FBI does on TV when they put a wire on a snitch and…
Read MoreWhat Does Your Employer Know About You?
Just found this interesting post on the Consumerist. If you’re interested in knowing what employers know about you when you apply for a job, you should take a look at the following links: EMPLOYMENT HISTORY ChoicePoint (866) 312-8075 CHECK WRITING HISTORY ChexSystems (800) 428-9623 Shared Check Authorization Network (800) 262-7771 Fax: (800) 358-4506 TeleCheck (800)…
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