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Statewide Criminal Search

Statewide Criminal Record Searches Universal Background Screening offers Statewide Criminal Searches in 45 states & Puerto Rico. The types of crimes reported, jurisdictions covered and data sources vary for each state. Please note that while the source records for a statewide search may include expanded information, Universal Background Screening can only issue reports that comply with state law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Search ResultIn the event that a criminal conviction or “hit” is found, the report will usually contain the case number, full case name, date of birth, file date, disposition date and number of ... Read More
I-9 Compliance

UBS Partners with WorkBright to Streamline I-9 Verification and Employment Compliance

Universal Background Screening (UBS) has partnered with WorkBright, a leading employment compliance platform, to deliver an enhanced I-9 verification solution that helps organizations onboard faster while maintaining full compliance. Addressing Real I-9 Challenges For companies hiring at scale, especially in regulated industries, employment eligibility verification can become a significant bottleneck. Manual I-9 processes introduce data entry errors, slow down new hire onboarding, and create audit risks that compliance teams work hard to avoid. UBS selected WorkBright as its preferred I-9 partner because of their proven track record and technology. WorkBright has processed over 4 million I-9 forms with zero audit fines and maintains ... Read More
October 23, 2025Ashley McManus
Work Opportunity Tax Credit

Why W-2 Status and Hours Worked Can Make or Break Your WOTC Strategy

We've discussed previously how the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) represents a significant opportunity, offering up to $9,600 per eligible hire. Yet many organizations leave money on the table. Not because they lack qualifying candidates, but because they overlook critical employment details that determine eligibility. At Universal Background Screening, we've seen how seemingly minor oversights in employee classification and hour tracking can derail otherwise solid WOTC strategies. The difference between maximizing your tax credits and missing them entirely often comes down to understanding exactly why employment details matter. The Foundation: Getting Employment Classification Right W-2 status isn't just an administrative detail, but a ... Read More
October 21, 2025Ashley McManus
risk mitigation in background screening

Risk Mitigation & Compliance: UBS’s Approach to Background Screening

In industries like healthcare and staffing, the margin for error is razor thin. A single oversight in a background check can result in regulatory fines, reputational damage, or harm to patients, candidates and clients. At Universal Background Screening (UBS), compliance and risk mitigation form the foundation of everything we do. Why Compliance Keeps Getting Harder Background screening providers face growing scrutiny across the industry. Several companies have dealt with class-action lawsuits in recent years for errors and misreporting, often caused by inaccurate or outdated data pulled from secondary databases. These errors harm candidates and expose employers to serious legal and reputational risk. At ... Read More
October 20, 2025Ashley McManus
Work Opportunity Tax Credit eligibility checklist

Are You Overlooking Millions in Tax Credits? Start with Your Hiring Activity

Every dollar counts when you're running a business. Yet many employers are unknowingly leaving substantial federal tax credits on the table that could significantly impact their bottom line while supporting meaningful workforce diversity initiatives. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) represents one of the most underutilized business incentives available. This federal program rewards companies that hire individuals from targeted groups, including veterans, long-term unemployed workers, and individuals receiving public assistance. With credits worth up to $9,600 per eligible hire, the financial impact can be transformative for businesses of all sizes. The challenge? Most organizations lack the systematic approach needed to identify qualifying ... Read More
October 14, 2025Ashley McManus
candidate experience

Why Background Screening Strategy Matters More Than Ever in Staffing

The staffing industry has always run on tight margins and high expectations. But lately? The pressure's intensified. You're competing against firms that'll undercut you on price without blinking. Your clients want faster placements but stricter compliance. And candidates? They expect a hiring experience that doesn't feel like they're applying for a mortgage. If you're feeling the squeeze, you're not alone. The Real Cost of Competing on Price Alone Let's talk about the race to the bottom. Every staffing professional knows there's always someone willing to go cheaper on fees; and often, that means cutting corners on pre-employment screening or candidate quality. The problem ... Read More
October 10, 2025Ashley McManus
Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

Universal Background Screening Partners with VerifyToday to Bring Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Savings to Employers

PHOENIX, AZ — October 7, 2025 Universal Background Screening (UBS) has announced a new partnership with VerifyToday, expanding its suite of employer solutions to include the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program — a federal incentive designed to reward businesses for hiring individuals from targeted groups that face barriers to employment. For many organizations, the WOTC program represents a significant yet often overlooked opportunity: employers can receive up to $9,600 per eligible hire, but complex compliance requirements and short filing windows often make it difficult to capture those savings. Through this partnership, UBS clients can now access a fully managed WOTC solution that ... Read More
October 7, 2025Ashley McManus
background screening background checks

Setting the Standard: How UBS Leads in Public Records and Background Screening

Background screening gives clients confidence in their hiring decisions by delivering the clearest, most complete picture possible. At UBS, we've built our reputation on going deeper than standard searches, combining cutting-edge technology with investigative curiosity and the speed today's hiring timelines demand. Why We Do This Work At its core, background screening helps people land the right role. Every search we conduct provides clarity and facts. The goal: give clients the information they need to make confident decisions, fast. The UBS Difference UBS explores peripheral jurisdictions because revealing records show up in unexpected places. A candidate might have traveled somewhere for work, spent time ... Read More
October 6, 2025Ashley McManus
success with background screening

Beyond Background Checks: How Customer Success Drives Better Hiring Outcomes

Customer success at UBS shapes every interaction, every product, and every outcome we deliver. The foundation of our approach comes from understanding what it's like to be on the customer side, managing vendors and experiencing firsthand the frustrations and needs that organizations face when selecting and working with background screening partners. Building on Real Customer Experience UBS prioritizes proactive communication, reliability, and building trust by anticipating problems before they impact your business. This commitment stems from a deep understanding of what clients actually need and the challenges they navigate daily in their hiring and compliance processes. The UBS Partnership Philosophy UBS is committed to ... Read More
October 3, 2025Ashley McManus

Building Trust in a Fast-Moving World: Our Approach to Background Verification

The phone call came in on a Tuesday morning. A healthcare client needed to verify the credentials of three critical hires by Friday. A tight deadline that could make or break their ability to staff a new clinic opening. Five years ago, this request might have sent verification teams scrambling. Today, it's a routine Tuesday at Universal Background Screening, where years of process refinement have created the balance between speed and accuracy that modern organizations demand. This scenario plays out daily across industries. Staffing agencies race to fill positions, healthcare systems ensure patient safety, and financial services firms maintain regulatory compliance. ... Read More
September 30, 2025Ashley McManus