Employment-related Defamation

Whenever an employee leaves a place of employment, there are certain steps and requirements that need to be followed. During the separation process, it is expected that the employee and the employer will behave in the most professional manner possible, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the separation. If you discover that an employer has deliberately sabotaged your chances of getting a new job, you may be able to sue for employment-related defamation.

Although the laws regarding defamation vary from state-to-state, it is generally against the law for an employer to issue a false statement against you in order to prevent you from gaining new employment. This differs greatly from a truthful statement given during the recommendation process, and may require proof that the statement was false or deliberately given to hurt your chances at getting the job. If you would like more information on employment law, contact the San Antonio employment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 1-800-681-6932.

Defamation Lawsuits

If you have been the victim of defamation, you may be able to:

• Prove the lie was malicious in a court of law
• Show that you lost the opportunity for employment as a result of the statement or statements
• Sue for general defamation “per se”, even if the statement did not harm your career
• Sue for wrongful termination if the employer used a lie to justify firing you

If you believe you have been intentionally defamed by a former employer, you may be able to receive compensation for your defamation claim.

Contact a San Antonio Employment Lawyer

For assistance with an employment-related legal claim, contact the San Antonio employment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 1-800-681-6932 to discuss your legal options.