You hear about scammers all the time. They call, email, and message you trying to get information for some nefarious purpose, generally to steal your financial information or to try and manipulate you into doing something. Most of the time scams can be ignored, sent to your email’s ‘spam’ folder, or avoided altogether, but sometimes …
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Background checks and other investigations rely on public records, often times in combination with other source materials, to gather pertinent data on subjects. For example, if you sign a release form for a background investigation it will state that public record research will be gathered for analysis. So, what exactly is a public record? Some …
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People don’t tend to like lawyers. You’ve heard the jokes and maybe you have even had an unfortunate legal encounter yourself. I understand the frustration, despite graduating law school and working in the industry myself. In my experience most potential client/attorney interactions go awry due to frustration, miscommunication, and poorly managed expectations. Since this is …
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Ah, the Work-Life Balance. Every time I hear that phrase I shake my head. People speak in the abstract about some Zen-like experience where you can effortlessly find a perfect blend of your career and personal life. What you hear about is a calm and tranquil spa setting with classical music in the background; your …
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There are so many companies offering background checks today that it can be tough to figure out if you are getting the information you need, or even if the company itself is reputable. Here are five warning signs that your background checks may not be sufficient or may even be exposing your company to potential risk …
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The investigators here at Whelan & Whelan, as well as professional private investigators throughout the United States and all over the world, are joining together this week to honor our profession. Although the private investigative industry is often portrayed negatively in the media, or inaccurately represented in the entertainment industry, the reality is much different. Over the …
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Professionalism is something that a lot of people talk about, but what exactly does that mean? Historically, professionals were limited to doctors and lawyers, but the concept has been adopted and expanded into nearly every industry. Yet, despite the inclusion of more people, the definition of the term has become more vague. There seem to …
Automated Screening Can Expose Your Company to Unnecessary Risk and Liability As companies continue to embrace technological advancements in performing business activities, the move towards automating and streamlining certain processes has now targeted employee background checks. According to a recent article on the Wall Street Journal’s Venture Capital Dispatch Blog, start-up technology firm Checkr has secured funding …
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It is the holiday season, and charitable donations are on a lot of people’s minds. Whether you have a cause close to your heart that you have given to for years, or are searching for a new charity, here are a few things you should consider before you make that donation: Spot the Scam Everyone …
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The following is a guest blog post from Charles A. Lewis, the Administrator of Heritage Healthcare in Utica, New York. He graciously agreed to share some valuable information on how to help make the most of the holidays in long term care facilities. The holidays can be stressful, but they can be especially trying for residents …
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