Because so many people misrepresent their background and credentials, it is important to do background checks to see if what the individual says about his or her background is true. A lot of companies don't do any checking, and they often regret that decision. The individual may be unqualified for the job, or may have some personality trait or past experience that causes problems for you later.

Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today charged an online ticket broker with unlawfully deceiving 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games ticket purchasers. According to the state’s enforcement action, Austin-based TicketCity Inc. initially sold opening ceremonies tickets for $1,250 and promised to double the refund if it failed to deliver the pre-purchased tickets. The defendants initially indicated that purchasers would receive their tickets before the start of the Olympics. Customers, relying on TicketCity guarantees, made hotel reservations and purchased airline tickets to Beijing.