Over the last few years a common source of lawsuits regarding FCRA violations has centered around the disclosure form companies use before conducting background checks on applicants. McDonald’s is the latest example of how companies can get into trouble with this technical violation.
The violation in question stems from the lack of a “clear and conspicuous” background check disclosure form. This means that the form cannot have any other extraneous information accompanying the disclosure. McDonald’s has agreed to pay $950,000 to class members.
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This example should serve as a reminder to employers everywhere that a stand-alone disclosure form should be an essential part of any comprehensive screening program.
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