If your client requests a credit check on a candidate for a professional contract assignment, you should do it, right? Not necessarily. You could actually be breaking the law if you comply with this simple client request! Nine states (California,…

According to a recent Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) article, I-9 audits are on the rise (membership may be required). In 2004, only three audits were conducted compared with 3,004 in 2012. Simple paperwork errors can cost employers up…

When you hear about contract-to-direct arrangements, you usually hear about how client companies use them to test drive candidates. These arrangements give companies the chance to see a potential new hire “in action” rather than just depending on the typical…

According to Forrest Gump, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” The same could be said of hiring. Despite companies best hiring efforts, they are often unpleasantly surprised by what they get. Citing…

One of the trickiest things about running your own back-office is navigating the complex web of state and local laws. Paid sick leave (PSL) is an area where recruiters need to be especially careful. With no paid leave laws on…

Chances are you’ve heard the phrase “Do what you do best and outsource the rest.” That phrase rings particularly true when it comes to recruiters who make contract placements. Contract staffing provides a great opportunity for recruiters to increase their…