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FCRA Permissible Purpose and Independent Contractors

Answered by:

Nancy Derr-Castiglione

Question:

Does the FCRA requirement to obtain permission for consumer reports apply to independent contractors or only employees?

Answer:

It seems to depend on where you are. Some courts have ruled that independent contractors are not employees.

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First published on 11/08/2020

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