On October 22, 2026, Michigan retired MiCOURT, the public case search that background screening providers relied on for county criminal records in 58 counties. Its replacement, the Michigan Online Court Case Search (MOCCS), shows less information than MiCOURT did. The change came from the state, and it affects every screening provider that uses Michigan court…

This summary covers the key takeaways from the Reference Services Inc (RSI) “Q3 Compliance Update – Beyond the Background Check – Reducing Employer Risk Through Post-Employment Screening” webinar. When an employee is hired, organizations often feel confident knowing a background check was completed. But a pre-employment background check is only a snapshot in time. The…

This summary covers the key takeaways from the Reference Services Inc (RSI) “Q2 Compliance Update – Adverse Action Requirements” webinar. The presentation focused on essential FCRA compliance for end-users of Consumer Reporting Agencies (CRAs).

This comprehensive guide provides expert tips and a detailed checklist to help HR professionals make informed decisions when choosing a background screening provider. By focusing on key factors such as compliance, technology, scalability, and candidate experience, you can confidently select a provider that supports your hiring goals.

This summary covers the key takeaways from the Reference Services Inc (RSI) “Q1 Compliance Update – Public Record Redactions & What Employers Need to Know” webinar. The presentation focused on essential FCRA compliance for end-users of Consumer Reporting Agencies (CRAs).

This summary covers the key takeaways from the Reference Services Inc (RSI) “Q4 Compliance Update – Beyond the Background Check” webinar. The presentation focused on essential FCRA compliance for end-users of Consumer Reporting Agencies (CRAs).

The RSI team discusses important background screening compliance issues. Our goal is to keep our clients informed so they can make smart hiring decisions and follow required FCRA processes.

We are excited to share some big news: Reference Services, Inc has officially partnered with the American Camp Association (ACA)! This collaboration marks a significant milestone for our company and reinforces our commitment to providing top-tier background screening solutions to the camp industry.

This comprehensive guide provides expert tips and a detailed checklist to help HR professionals make informed decisions when choosing a background screening provider. By focusing on key factors such as compliance, technology, scalability, and candidate experience, you can confidently select a provider that supports your hiring goals.