Previous employers sometimes do not give references on past employees because they fear a(n) _____.

A) EEOC lawsuit
B) ADA lawsuit
C) class action lawsuit
D) involuntary self-disclosure lawsuit
E) defamation of character lawsuit

Defamation of Character Lawsuit

legal action initiated because of false statements made that cause damage to someone's reputation.

Previous Employers

Organizations where an individual has worked prior to their current or prospective employment, often contacted for references or verification.

EEOC Lawsuit

Legal action initiated based on a complaint of discrimination (regarding race, gender, age, disability, etc.) filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.