Ex-Employer's false allegations when anyone contacts for background verification

I am a woman and was working in a private company for the last 3 years. I have given my resignation in February 2015 and got relieved. Now, the employer is making false claims that I was asked to leave when anyone contacts for background verification. This is affecting my ability to seek a new job. How should I handle this situation?

We really feel sorry for your state of mind. Now, this sort of personal vindication is the order of the day. You face it with courage. Do not be let down by your own feelings. Explain your stand to the prospective employer and the ill attitude of your previous employer. Maybe one or two offers go, but if you are untired, you can win the battle with your wisdom and knowledge. Keep posting.

What does your relieving letter say?

Did you leave due to differences of opinion, etc., or for better prospects/job change?

Did you follow all rules for resignation from your earlier company?

If you have followed all the rules and obtained proper release but they still speak wrongly verbally, talk to the management of your old company to understand where the problem lies.

Try to identify who in the earlier company is spreading negative information about you and seek clarifications.

Jagat Kumar,

The issue with such negative talk is that prospective employers may not disclose anything but will not proceed with calling you for interviews or the hiring process.

One must ascertain what exactly is being said about you behind your back to prospective employers and address it openly and honestly.

In a competitive world, companies may opt for a safer choice and hire someone else if your previous employer speaks ill of you (even if it is baseless or with ulterior motives).

Confront the situation confidently and maintain a positive attitude when interacting with potential employers.

Your positive demeanor will certainly be noticed, and you will be offered the job if you fulfill all other requirements.

Dear Sushil,

I am writing to inform you that a legal notice will be sent through a lawyer, detailing the harassment you have faced from your previous employer. This includes incidents of sexual harassment as defined under the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act in the workplace, as well as threats of false claims made by him regarding your future job prospects as specified under section 3(2) of the Act.

In the notice, we will request a written apology from him within 3 days, along with an assurance that he will not make any further false claims to anyone. It will also emphasize the need to keep the legal notice confidential, as per the terms of section 16 of the Act. We believe that he will comply with these demands, but if not, further action will be pursued.

Thank you.

Best regards,
[Your Name]

Hello,

I suggest, as everybody else has suggested, that you present your approval papers. Let them verify and provide feedback, whether positive or negative. Avoid making any remarks about the person who may have given incorrect feedback. Just present your papers and proceed with the HR interview. There is no need to feel victimized by someone else's misleading behavior. Simply state, "I cannot comment; let my experience speak for itself." Try not to dwell on this repeatedly.

Thanks,

Do your own background check with the company without revealing your identity and communicate via email. If they provide any negative feedback, use it as evidence and consider filing an FIR.

By resorting to this dubious method, you are exposing yourself to various penal provisions under the IT Act, which may harm you. This is because when the ex-employer sends information to an impersonator, they may obtain a commitment not to disclose it to anyone. If later it is discovered through an FIR that the ex-employer was set up, they will retaliate. The ex-employer may escape consequences by using evasive language, even contradictory to the official record, but it will become more challenging for you.

Thanks,
Sushil

Implicating someone in a sexual harassment case is in no way appropriate just because the victim is female. She has nowhere mentioned about sexual harassment.

A past employer will not chase to harass an ex-employee to whom he has given a clean chit by threatening to doom his/her future through false allegations. This is obviously to force one to surrender to his illegal terms. A woman will not describe ipsi Dixies of such allegations that are required to be kept confidential under the said Act. On the contrary, a past employer wishes good luck and best wishes for an obedient employee. So sometimes, some reasonable assumptions have to be derived. One should not expect that she should beg the past employer for mercy for not making any false allegations to a prospective employer.

Thanks
Sushil

Subject: Concerns Regarding Recent Actions and Potential Legal Action

Dear [Ex Employer's Name],

I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter that has been concerning me recently. I have attached copies of my relieving letter and resignation letter for your reference. I noticed that while my resignation letter had the acceptance seal and signature on it, there have been certain actions on your end that I find troubling.

I would appreciate it if you could provide some clarity on why there have been what I perceive as unprofessional actions or "cheap antics," as you mentioned, following my departure. I am also curious as to why I should not consider initiating legal action in response to these developments.

For transparency, I am copying the labour officer on this email. Should you require their contact information, it can be obtained through the local labour office.

I look forward to your prompt response on this matter.

Thank you for your attention.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]