Does employee have right to force previous employer to disclose what he told prospective employer of employee?
926802
Good luck with that.  Legally, all a former employer can confirm is dates of employment.  Anything else will violate EOE standards.  But, proving something was said will be impossible as neither side would have any reason to fess up to any in depth conversation.
14160
As usual with legal-related questions on Yahoo! Answers, far too little information exists to answer the question adequately.  Termination from what?  What were the circumstances regarding this mysterious termination?  Please note if this answer has been helpful, and create a new question with details of your particular situation, including the nature of this mysterious "termination."\n\nEDIT: I'm not entirely certain that North Carolina requires your employer to state the terms of your termination.  Have you asked for a formal explanation of the reasons behind the termination?  The employer may be willing to give them to you without the compulsion of the law.  Also, statute 95-242 (linked below) explains the procedure by which you may file a complaint with the Commissioner of Labor to investigate on your behalf.  That threat alone may make your employer willing to provide the information to you, simply so he does not have to answer to the Commissioner for such information.\n\nRegardless, winning a termination dispute can be very difficult.  You should consult the Commissioner of Labor for more specific details, but I'd try asking your former employer politely before threatening with legal action.  I hope this helps.
926171
You should be able to contact the Human Resources office of your old employer, assumint they are still in business.  Considering that it was your plan, you are entitled to the information within.
590251
You have to tell the truth on an application because if they find out later you lied you can be fired. Obviously they want experienced persons. But you could complete the rest of the application and in that spot put No Experience and make comment as to why you think you qualify.
59804
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.
161937
relying on Illinois employment law:  The employer may not disclose the results of performance evaluation beyond asserting that a former would or would not be eligible for re-hire based upon performance.  An employee may disclose his or her performance evaluations at any  time (s)he desires.
804188
Yes, absolutely. When writing for references, most company's are interested in when you worked there, what you did, how often you were sick and if you were sacked or resigned.\n\nYour personnel records held by your former company will hold all of that. You could then use your previous boss as a personal reference.
525238
It is legal, though not always advisable, to include negative details of a former employee's work history in the course of a reference check. Most large employers have a strict policy of releasing only the employment dates and rehire status. This policy is to protect the employer from legal action by the former employee. Of course, if the negative work history is substantiated in documentation such as merit reviews, the former employers bears little risk in the event of adverse legal action. Most employers would rather avoid legal action even when they stand to win, so they act conservatively in limiting what information is shared with outside information-seekers.
93261
Because of the privacy act, most employers will only confirm start date and end date.  They MAY answer if you would be eligible for re-hire.  They CANNOT quote salary.  Within the same organization, however, that information would be considered confidential, not private.
961427
legal obligation no they don't have to tell you.. husband worked for a company for 6 years and one day he was meet at the door and told to clear off his desk They  are shutting there door,,, when he asked why didn't even the managers know this was happening ,,there reply was we needed to keep the money coming in till we shut down morally it stinks but there nothing that could be done  .........start looking for another job and good luck
1100521
Yes. You are protected under Federal Law. You must be able to prove the employer gave information other than date of employment and job type.
508936
i think if you list them on your resume the employer couldn't get that kind of info anyway... your former employer could only say how much you make, your duties, and your date of employment... that's how it is in arkansas at least...  now if it was because of a crime i think that your former employer would have to tell that...
844121
Sometimes when you apply for a job..since your previous employment will have to appear on your C.V....so the company where you are applying now will simply contact your past employer and will ask about you...maybe if you did something wrong previously it will affect your application now...
450438
If you were in a Union, you would definitely have a right to find out. I suppose by your question that asking is out of the question. Have someone send them a letter pretending to be a prospective employer asking about your employment history. If they say anything about why you were fired, they have violated Federal law. You will find out why they fired you, and can sue the pants off them.
272701
I would think it would depend on whether it was "you as employee" or "you as yourself".  Ethically, any personal notes should be deleted or forwarded.  Obviously, it is technically possible.  I imagine you would be on shaky legal ground regarding use of employer's resources for your personal business.  That's just me.  I am not a lawyer.
923925
Whatever you do, do not blame your former employer for ANYTHING. That is a big turnoff to prospective employers. Simply say that you are looking for a different direction for your career and are seeking opportunities for advancement. Tell them that you like the kind of work for which you are applying, and are looking forward to making that your life's work. DON'T LIE ABOUT ANYTHING. good luck to you.
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It certainly can if you have the right attorney.  Racial remarks are a form of sexual harrassment and the company, along with the person, and the supervisor can be held liable for it.  The USA has laws in place that prohibits anyone from having to work in a hostile work environment.  The first step you need to take is to contact the human resource (or personnel) department of your workplace and tell them your story.  You need to write down what was said, the date it was said if you remember, and who was, if anyone, a witness when the person said it.  If the human resource department does not do anything about this, go above their head and contact the main office.  If this option is not available to you, I would consult with an attorney to determine what the next step is you should take. \nBe sure to have with you a copy of the complaint, if one was given to you, to take to the attorney.