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Discrimination Laws: Know Your Rights

Posted by on Jun 20, 2013 in News

The United States’ Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has allocated employment protocol for employers in order to prevent discrimination in the hiring process. Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the EEOC defines specific terms in regards to protocol by which an employee must abide. This information can be accessed directly through the EEOC at: http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/statutes/titlevii.cfm  The Act discusses Employer...

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Honesty vs. Disclosure: Interviewing Tips

Posted by on May 14, 2013 in News

Clearing your criminal record is the first step to getting back into the job market. The confidence of knowing your criminal record has been removed to the highest legal extent enhances your chances of receiving the position you desire. As a prospective hire, it is important to be aware of your rights after clearing your criminal record. In most cases, once you have cleared your criminal record, you may not be required to state the expungement...

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Interview & Resume Tips: Giving Back to the Community

Posted by on May 14, 2013 in News

If you have reached the highest form of criminal record relief or still carry a criminal record that is ineligible for expungement or sealing, enhancing the presentation of your resume is an excellent way to attract employers, regardless of your criminal record situation. With nearly 80% of employers conducting background checks during the hiring process, your chances of securing employment can be improved by presenting yourself as a productive,...

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Juvenile Records: The “Face Forward” Grant Opportunity

Posted by on May 8, 2013 in News

Mistakes made as a young adult can cause severe consequences in the future. According to Pediatrics journal, nearly one third of adult Americans have been arrested by the age of 23. These young adults carrying a juvenile record are faced with hardships when securing employment and housing in the future. The U.S. Department of Labor recently acknowledged the necessity to employ a system that would positively reinforce good behavior by...

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Potential Change in Indiana Expungement Law

Posted by on Apr 27, 2013 in News

In Indiana, a proposed bill authored by Representative Jud McMillan intends to give individuals convicted of certain offenses a new lease on life by allowing the expungement of certain misdemeanor and felony convictions. While House Bill 1482 is viewed by some as a way to encourage former offenders to get their lives back on track and become productive members of society, prosecutors are concerned about its potential effect on the state’s...

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