Would you lie about a past employer or a degree earned? Should people be declined job offers due to providing false information?
211101
I would never hire anyone that I found had lied on their resume, especially in the case of a degree, or prior felonies, or convictions.  So, yes, they should be declined the job opportunity.  Honesty is the best policy.  \n\nIf the individual was well qualified, but say had a felony conviction as a teen, and nothing since, and it has been 10 years, and they disclosed that info, sure - give them the benefit of the doubt.
267256
It is certainly not a good idea. Slagging off at your previous employer will give your prospective employer a bad impression. You should follow these principles.\n\n1. Think about what you are saying well before the interview. If you have a referee from your previous job, you need to make sure that you have a consistent story. \n\n2. Be tactful about the job as the interviewer will wonder if you will say the same things about them.\n\n3. Remember to be truthful. They might check with your former boss. Portray any mistakes as a learning experience that will benefit future employers.\n\n4. Don't gloss over what happened but don't raise it unnecessarily.\n\n5. Try to turn negatives into positives.\n\nGood luck with the job interview.
612202
I have some gaps in my work history.  They aren't questioned.  If they do question, just say you were working outside of your profession, SAHM, federal prison, etc.
470356
Well if it is an official college transcript you cannot lie becuase it is sent from the school.  Do you mean you sent it without verifying an official?  You may get away with this but if they double check you wont.  I work at a school and know this.
661072
No, you are dealing with the government, go and fill out their darn form. during the interview, explain to the person how you have been looking for work as well as the job , date and time you sent an application, it would help if you had had an interview and was turned down.
673259
If you ask the prospective employer to use discretion with your previous employer, they are going to verify your employment without telling the previous employer that you have applied with them.
288593
If I really wanted to the job and I just knew it would help my chances and not screw them up -then why not -as long as IKnow they wont find out the truth - actually now that I think about it -I have done this atleast twice and got away with it !! LOL!!
93411
Yes, mention it in your resume if it's part of your work experience.  If they ask about it during your interview, offer the documents that you have or a contact number wherein they can do a background check on you with your previous employer.
589471
That's illegal. A former employer should only confirm that you worked there and your title and the time period that you were employed in that position. That's about it.\n\nI'd get a lawyer.
23286
Hmmm...doesn't seem a wise thing to bring up during an interview...I don't see how it would affect your getting or not getting the job and might only make the potential employer wonder why you are giving out that personal information (after all, whether you're married with family or single with no family...either situation could change).  I would address my qualifications for the job rather than my marital status.
270327
No, they are not allowed to give you a bad reference.However they can refuse to give you a reference at all, which in the eyes of a potential employer would be the equivalent of a very bad reference. Your sister is right, aren't they always?
197679
All the employer needs to do is call the reference to verify the validity of said reference.\n\nI am a manager, and I have fired two employees AFTER THEY WERE HIRED, because I found out they lied on their applications. One lied about her references (it took me a while, but I did find out they were all fabricated), and one lied about his education (I did not receive transcripts like he promised).\n\nDo not lie, because you will get caught (sooner or later) !!!
593267
Most employers push a code of ethics.  Really, you'll feel much better about yourself if you tell the truth.  Living with yourself is the most important thing.  If they don't want you; then you don't want them.  You do not need to "mention" anything on your resume.  If they ask right out, then that is different.  Try really hard to improve your attitude about life.  Everything else (including a job) will fall into place after that.  Good luck.
499488
That would show on a $50 background check.  Some businesses do them, some don't.  If they don't you might get away with it, but it would be out there.  \n\nIf they ever decided they didn't want you, they could back check things and have an immediate reason to fire you with cause.  I have seen that happen twice.
660110
They will check.  See, just because someone has a "record" it does not necessarily mean that they will not get a particular job.  So if someone got a D and D or a DUI, it will not make that much difference.  \n\nThe problem now is that they caught her lying.  I've seen situations where someone was fired simply because he did not list that he had a criminal record.  What was ironic was that his record (Drunk and Disorderly) would not have stopped him from being hired.  Because he lied, he was fired, regardless of how good an employee he was.
501083
Fr. Chuck's right again.  You weren't convicted of anything, so you are correct in checking "no" on your application.  The term "background check" covers a lot of territory, and what's actually uncovered in a background check depends a lot on who's doing the checking.  With a bank, I wouldn't worry a whole lot about it.  Keep in mind that in most states, if you aren't hired, you have a right to ask why.  It might be worth the peace of mind in asking, just so you'd know if potential employers are somehow finding out about your past mistake.  Good luck to you.
452443
Your unauthorized work is forgiveable, unless you were advised at the time.  As long as you did not knowingly work when you were not authorized, you are ok.\n\nSo essentially, if you ever are interviewed for a green card, do not volunteer this information, as it is not that big of a deal.