Bad Reference

Dave Franklin · #1 May 7, 2007, 05:01 AM

I was going to start on a job on the Monday and on the Thursday my potential employer pulled out, i have since found out that this was from a bad reference from my former employer. although nothing is in writing he has been boasting to other colleagues that he has messed up my chances big time! I have people who are prepared to give statements for me do i have a case?

excon · May 7, 2007, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave Franklin

do i have a case?

Hello Dave:

If he lied, you do. If he told the truth, no. See if you can find out what specifically, he said.

excon

Emland · May 7, 2007, 05:19 AM

The threat of lawsuits is why I only confirm dates of employment and whether the employee is eligible for rehire.

There are attorney's that work on contingency. Wonder who will have the last laugh?

BTW, was a bad reference warranted?



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