[bertrand1561]

It would only make sense that workers have a right to a copy of their performance review to learn what needs improvement.

I am curious because management has given me oral notice of my performance review results, but did not supply me with a copy for my records. Now that I am applying for jobs, I would like to put a portfolio together of all of my accomplishments. I supposedly received a perfect score on the review.

However, when returning to my former employer for a copy I was rejected based upon the reason that the document is internal and confidential. Is there any validity inthis claim?

[ballengerb1]

If it is that companies policy to give all reviews orally and not in writing, even to some, then you are out of luck. However, if they gave some folks a printed copy and now refuse you they are open to a legal challenge. However, think about it, if you had to sue them over this might they add an addendum to your old review,

[cmbrown]

Legally you can request a copy of your employee file, but rather than wasting time and effort fighting them on this, a recommendation letter from a supervisor or manager would be a good substitute.