Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Taking Your Candidates to the Vet

AI-generated applications, deepfakes, and new background check requirements are changing how employers vet candidates, but the stakes remain the same: identifying qualified hires while managing legal and business risk. In this episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, host Jen Rubin is joined by Mintz Associate and employment attorney Joyce Dos Santos to discuss: Common vetting mistakes, from failing to verify credentials to misusing criminal history information Compliance considerations under the FCRA, EEOC guidance, and state and local laws How inadequate or inconsistent screening can create unnecessary enterprise risk Why it’s important to tailor background checks to each position, but at same time ensure individualized assessment of employment candidates Whether you’re an HR professional, in-house counsel, business leader, or board member, this episode offers practical guidance for understanding and implementing effective background check processes and managing legal risk arising from candidate vetting.