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What is a background check?

What is a background check?

A background check is a process of searching and compiling the employment history, commercial records, criminal records, and/or financial records of a person or organization. The legitimacy, frequency, and  purpose of background checks vary between, industries,...

How Long Does a Background Check Take?

How Long Does a Background Check Take?

There is no single or distinct answer to the above question given there are different types of background checks. Furthermore, the same kind of background check can take different times to complete because of various factors ranging from the type of information being...

What types of claims can an employee allege in a DFEH Complaint?

What types of claims can an employee allege in a DFEH Complaint?

Types of Protections:  Employers that are subject to the Fair Employment and Housing Act are prohibited from discriminating against any person with respect to hiring, firing, compensation, and virtually all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Thus,...

Types of Remedies For Employee After Filing DFEH Complaint

Types of Remedies For Employee After Filing DFEH Complaint

Remedies in Actions by the California Department of Fair Housing and Employment Remedies can include a requirement that the employer conduct training for all employees, supervisors, and management on the Fair Employment and Housing Act’s requirements, the rights and...

Statute of Limitations to file a DFEH Complaint

Statute of Limitations to file a DFEH Complaint

Timing of California Department of Fair Employment and Housing Act Complaint(s) A complaint generally must be filed within one year from the date upon which the alleged unlawful practice occurred. Nevertheless, the one-year period may be extended for an additional 90...