Does the FCRA Apply to Background Checks for Independent Contractors?

Does the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) apply to the employment background checks of independent contractors? It depends on whom you ask. Recent court decisions have held that it does not, but the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has not budged on its stance that employees and nontraditional workers alike are protected under the FCRA.
Because there’s no clear answer, experts recommend a hybrid compliance model to avoid misclassification liability.
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