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Congress Reduces Employment Restrictions at Financial Institutions for Those With Criminal Records (1)

Congress Eases Employment Restrictions for Individuals with Criminal Records in Financial Institutions

Written on February 7, 2023.

Congress Reduces Employment Restrictions at Financial Institutions for Those With Criminal Records February 7, 2023 The President has approved a defense spending bill that impacts financial institutions by reducing restrictions on hiring individuals...

White House Introduces Renter Bill of Rights Examining Rental Screening

White House Introduces Renters Bill of Rights Examining Rental Screening

Written on February 2, 2023.

White House Introduces Renter Bill of Rights Examining Rental Screening February 2, 2023 Recently, the Biden-Harris Administration introduced a new set of standards called the Renters Bill of Rights. These standards intend to make renting more...

California’s Newly Effective Record Sealing Law Gives Some Residents a First Chance at Clearing Their Records

Written on January 31, 2023.

California’s Newly Effective Record Sealing Law Gives Some Residents a First Chance at Clearing Their Records January 31, 2023 Since the start of the year, a new law has taken effect in California that allows eligible residents to seal their...

Georgia Legislators Look to Open Up Occupational Licenses to People With Criminal Records

Written on January 20, 2023.

Georgia Legislators Look to Open Up Occupational Licenses to People With Criminal Records January 20, 2023 Lawmakers in Georgia will work on legislation that would allow workers with criminal records to obtain occupational licenses, such as barbers...

Massachusetts Massage Parlor Faces Lawsuit Over Employee Charged With Rape

Written on January 10, 2023.

Massachusetts Massage Parlor Faces Lawsuit Over Employee Charged With Rape January 10, 2023 A woman has filed a lawsuit against a massage business in Medford, Massachusetts. This suit alleges an assault by a state-licensed massage therapist. The...

Apartment Tenants Sue Real Estate Investment Trust Over Background Checks

Written on January 3, 2023.

Apartment Tenants Sue Real Estate Investment Trust Over Background Checks January 3, 2023 Tenants have recently sued a prominent real estate investment trust over background checks. They filed this suit in the Los Angeles Superior Court and alleged...