If a security company was found to have been negligent in performing a background check on a person, then in general, the company may have exposure to a lawsuit filed by the injured party. Furthermore, the hiring company may be liable as well depending on two factors: (1)The relationship between the hiring company and the security company; and (2) whether the injured party deterimentally relied upon certain promises made by the hiring company.
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If a security company was found to have been negligent in performing a background check on a person, then in general, the company may have exposure to a lawsuit filed by the injured party. Furthermore, the hiring company may be liable as well depending on two factors: (1)The relationship between the hiring company and the security company; and (2) whether the injured party deterimentally relied upon certain promises made by the hiring company.