We Want To Get But Not Give

What a dilemma! We all want to get information from references, but we do not want to give out information about former employees. Most people are afraid of legal action. You probably won’t have problems, as long as you stick to the truth and only discuss information pertinent to the job. Don’t give out any false information, where you slander the applicant. Don’t divulge information that is confidential or personal, or reveals protected characteristics. Finally, don’t mislead inquirers about a dangerous person. This is one you should check with your attorney about. If you hold back information about a violent person or make them seem really great, you could be in for a negligent hiring referral lawsuit.