Late last month, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion that will substantially shape the way employers fulfill their disclosure obligations (required under both state and federal mandates) in the future. While the opinion does not directly affect providers like CHR or the jurisdictions we cover, the ruling sets a precedent for employers and Consumer Reporting Agencies (CRAs) subject to the FCRA to consider.

Disclosure and Authorization requirements under the FCRA and other state laws have long been a hot topic. With a lack of specificity in state and federal statutes, it has been left to court rulings and case law to determine. Unfortunately, this has meant litigation headaches for employers and CRAs alike.

Our compliance expert, Kym Kurey, weighs in on the 9th Circuit opinion and its relevance. Click to read more on LinkedIn.

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