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Erin Donaghue - Top10 Writer

Erin Donaghue

Investigative Journalist

Erin Donaghue is a criminal and social justice reporter, with an MA in journalism and over a decade of experience reporting and editing for various news outlets. In addition to Top10.com, Erin's work has been featured in publications such as the Washington Post, USA Today, CBSNews.com, and Huffington Post.

Posts by Erin Donaghue

How to Catch a Cheater: Top Online Resources for Uncovering Infidelity in 2023

If you suspect your partner has been unfaithful, an online background check service can offer peace of mind by helping you uncover the truth.

Best Websites to Catch & Look Up Cheaters Online in {year}

Nightmarish ID Theft Stories From Real Victims

“It doesn’t always happen to somebody else—it can happen to you very easily.”

Man and woman in a warehouse looking at paperwork

10 Red Flags You'll Find on Background Checks (& What To Do)

Do you know what to look for when running a background check? We do. Here are 10 common causes for concern when considering a new employee.

Man conducting a job interview with potential employee

How Long Do Different Background Checks Take To Complete?

How fast are background checks? Here's the lowdown on the different types of checks and how long you'll have to wait for the results.

A woman sitting in front of a laptop computer doing a background check

7 Levels Of Background Checks You Can Use To Vet Potential Employees

As an employer, you need to know the different levels of background checks when interviewing a candidate and help your company scale.

A businesswoman researching different levels of background check

10 Possible Disqualifiers for Security Clearance in the US

Do you know the possible disqualifiers for a US security clearance?

A government agent conducting security clearance on a potential employee

Top 10 Best Online Background Check Sites & Companies in 2023 - Uncover the Truth

According to the Federal Trade Commission, more than five million fraud reports were filed in 2022, causing $8.8 billion in fraud losses. This include...

Top 10 Best Online Background Check Sites & Companies

How Expensive Is a Criminal Background Check?

With so many services for criminal background checks, figuring out how much one should cost can be tricky. But don't worry, I'm here to simplify it fo...

Man performing an online criminal background check

10 Things to Do When a Background Check is Run on You

Just about anyone can be the subject of a background check. But do you know what to do when you suspect someone may have run a background check on you...

An employer or financial institution can run background checks on you.

Social Media Identity Theft: 10 Expert Tips to Protect Yourself

Social media is a great way to connect with friends and family globally. But it's not without risks.

A woman looking at a cell phone, surprised by a breach.