In an increasingly digital hiring environment, employers rely heavily on tools like E-Verify to validate the employment eligibility of new hires. But when systems experience disruptions, as seen with a recent E-Verify technical issue impacting cases between April 9 and May 5, 2025, it can raise significant concerns for HR teams and compliance officers alike.
The Impact on Employers
For businesses that processed employment verifications during the affected window, there’s a chance that certain cases—especially those involving Social Security Administration (SSA) mismatches—may have been incorrectly marked as Final Nonconfirmations (FNCs), despite the employee taking steps to resolve the discrepancy. This has led to confusion, potential delays in onboarding, and concerns about compliance with federal employment verification laws.
Employer Guidance
If your organization received an FNC for a case initiated between April 9 and May 5, it’s essential to revisit those cases. Creating a new E-Verify case is recommended for any employee whose verification might have been impacted. And importantly, employers are reminded not to take any adverse action, such as termination or suspension, based solely on these FNCs.
Technology is a powerful tool for streamlining hiring, but it’s not immune to glitches. That’s why employers must work with partners who are both tech-savvy and compliance-focused. Whether it’s a system error, a regulatory update, or a candidate question, we’re here to guide you through every step of the background screening and employment verification process.
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