Jun 14, 2018 | Background Investigations, BLOG, Investigative
It’s a story told all too often–a disgruntled employee with access to weapons lashes out at coworkers in a violent rampage. Usually, the perpetrator has specific targets in mind, but innocent bystanders are frequently injured or killed, as well. As an employer,...
Jun 12, 2018 | Background Investigations, BLOG
Why is it so easy to get a gun in the federal background check system? The short answer to this question is that it shouldn’t be so easy to get a gun under the federal background check system. The way the system is structured is problematic, however. The...
Jun 6, 2018 | Background Investigations, BLOG
What is NICS? NICS, or the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, is currently a required step in the process for all guns purchased through licensed firearm dealers, currently accounting for about 60% of sales. Unfortunately, there are many flaws in this...
May 4, 2018 | Background Investigations, BLOG
How can we prevent workplace violence? When it comes to preventing workplace violence, the best defense is a good offense. Conduct thorough pre-employment screenings on anyone you are hoping to hire. Continue periodic background checks to be sure nothing new...
Mar 9, 2018 | Background Investigations, BLOG
Nearly 11 million independent contractors go to work every day in the United States. In many cases, contract roles within the government are held to strict background check policies. This stands to reason, given the sheer number of contractors employed and the...