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Identity Theft Alert: Be Careful When Making Copies

Friday, May 14th, 2010

You make copies of I9s, social security cards, driver’s licenses, etc. all the time.  It’s just routine, right?

Certainly, it’s a common practice to take a record of a new employee’s information as well as other critical business and human resources docs, but have you ever wondered what happens when a copy is made? 

Check out this investigative report from CBS.  If you’re not thoroughly surprised and a little concerned, watch it again

Does this mean that you should never use a copy machine?  Of course not.  But when you dispose of your digital imaging unit, it’s critical to have the drive scrubbed clean.  That way, you’ll protect your business and your employees.

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  • Legitimate Employers Don’t Ask for Background Screenings Upfront

    Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

    No wonder so many job candidates don’t want to submit to background screenings; after all, there are plenty of scammers out there who try to get applicants to give them personal information before an interview has even taken place!

    It’s important for all job seekers to realize that legitimate employers never ask for background screenings as part of the initial vetting process.  It wouldn’t make sense (or “cents”.)  Instead, legit companies wait until they have someone they’d like to hire, at which point they initiate a background check on that individual.

    If you’re looking for new employment, never give out your information (e.g., social security number, bank account data, home address) until you and the prospective employer are in negotiations for your placement.  Otherwise, you’re probably taking a huge risk.