Critical Research is always up to any challenge, whether it is last minute changes or extensions for future employees to complete their tests. The tests are complete, accurate and thorough. We could not be happier with Critical Research and its services.
Background Checks for Employment


Services
Background Checks for Employment
Our employee screening services are designed to ease and enhance hiring processes while exceeding compliance standards.
Background Checks
Comprehensive background checks verify criminal, civil, and regulatory history, giving you a clearer picture of each applicant while streamlining compliance across jurisdictions.
- Tailored screening packages designed for your industry and risk profile
- Direct searches of county, state, and federal records in one platform
- Automated workflows that minimize delays and manual follow-up
Verifications & References
Verifying credentials and references goes beyond confirming dates and titles. It’s about understanding whether someone can deliver on the claims they make on paper and in interviews.
- Spot gaps or inconsistencies before they become operational problems
- Gather meaningful context on performance and reliability
- Strengthen decision-making with verified, actionable information
Identity Checks
Identity verification goes beyond detecting fraud; it helps reduce hiring friction, avoiding onboarding surprises and ensuring every hire is a solid fit for your organization.
- Mitigate the risk of identity-related complications or errors
- Reduce onboarding delays caused by mismatched records
- Maintain confidence in compliance and internal controls
International Services
Global hiring introduces unique complexities, from variable compliance standards to fragmented record systems. We provide reliable international background checks that bring you valuable pre-hire information from around the globe.
- Clarify candidate history in markets with opaque records
- Reduce legal and operational uncertainty in cross-border hiring
- Streamline verification processes across international jurisdictions
Social Media Screening
Social media screening helps you contextualize candidate behavior, culture fit, and risk exposure without overstepping legal boundaries.
- Identify potential cultural or reputational mismatches
- Detect patterns that might affect workplace dynamics
- Balance insight with privacy and regulatory compliance
Post-Hire Services
Hiring is just the beginning. Continuous checks, random screenings, and I-9 compliance help you maintain operational integrity and adapt to evolving risk landscapes.
- Stay ahead of developments that could impact compliance or safety
- Streamline ongoing verification without burdening HR teams
- Protect workforce productivity through informed post-hire monitoring
Drug & Health Screening
Drug and health screening provides actionable clarity while protecting workflow and minimizing operational disruptions.
- Reduce workplace incidents while maintaining productivity
- Ensure compliance without creating administrative bottlenecks
- Integrate testing into existing processes with minimal friction
Due Diligence
Due diligence uncovers criminal, civil, financial, and reputational risks, giving you the context needed to move forward with confidence in partnerships, investments, and key hires.
- Identify hidden risks that could disrupt operations or finances
- Validate claims and documentation with confidence
- Reduce uncertainty in critical business decisions
Find Out How We Can Customize Employee Screening Solutions for Your Business
Our Commitment to Compliance
Our FCRA-certified team delivers thorough, reliable screening across all services. We stay fully compliant and up to date with all state and federal laws and regulations, providing the guidance you need to hire confidently. Every report is accurate, compliant, and designed to give you the information you need to make complex hiring decisions, empowering you to build and maintain a trustworthy, accountable workforce.
Transitioning from HireRight to Critical Research has been a gamechanger. Great platform, timely, wonderful to work with.
I am grateful to your team for always being available to answer our questions and help with understanding how to read background check results. I will recommend Critical Research to others without hesitation.
