There has been a surge in legislation across the U.S. with the goal of curtailing employer use of criminal records that bar employment opportunities for ex-offenders. Take for example the new EEOC guidance on the use of arrest and conviction records and the proliferation of “ban-the-box” laws. At any stage of employment , you can reach
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Philadelphia Signs Ban the Box Ordinance
City of Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter signed an ordinance that will prohibit employers from requiring job applicants to disclose their criminal backgrounds until after the first employment interview. After a first interview, employers may perform a background check or request the disclosure of an applicant’s criminal record history. The ordinance prohibits city agencies and private