On Tue, 21 Dec 1999, J B wrote:
> <SNIP>
> This would open them up to a libel/slander suit SO fast that no manager can
> *afford* to give a negative review in the US these days even when it is
> warranted. It is generally the practice to confirm only the dates of
> employment.
>
> Furthermore, most of the things employees get blackballed *for* seems to be
> exercising their rights as defined by law....
> <SNIP>
>
>
> Up until recently, it was against the law for a former employer to say that
> a worker was not a good employee, and to give reasons. This was backed by
> slander laws. This is no longer the case. If asked, and employer can say,
> "So and so did not perform to the standards of this company, etc....and give
> reasons as to why they would not rehire.
And the law and jurisdiction this was passed in? Be specific. :)
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