Mikel says employers cannot really ask its employees not to talk to each other, but in some matters, companies do have latitude in limiting employee contact. “In general, if the employer can show they have a legitimate business interest in prohibiting communication, that might carry the day in a lawsuit,” she says.

What are ex employers allowed to say?

As long as it’s truthful, your previous employer can legally disclose anything about you to a prospective employer, including your salary, vacation days you’ve taken, your job duties and times that you’ve received disciplinary counseling for absenteeism and tardiness.

Is it illegal to tell employees why someone was fired?

You can say anything you want about an employee you fired as long as what you say is true. For instance, if an employee was caught stealing company property and you fired him you’re free to tell that to other employees; just don’t exaggerate or lie.

Do you want to talk to your former employer?

I left the company on good terms but I still don’t want anyone to talk to my old boss, who is the owner and president of the company. He is the reason I quit and the reason my former co-workers hate their jobs as much as I hated mine. He may not know that you’re not supposed to slime a past employee when you give a reference.

Can You Say No to a previous employer?

If none of the above will work for you and you’re certain that your previous employer will say something negative–just say no. Try to include other references and past employers they can contact instead. It’s perfectly acceptable to answer no to contacting your current employer.

When to ask for permission to contact previous employers?

When companies are asking for your permission to contact employers, they want to see transparency in you as an employee. No employee is perfect, so it is natural to have some hesitations about previous jobs. There are many reasons why you may feel uncomfortable allowing hiring departments to contact previous employers.

When to say ” may we contact this employer “?

1 If you do not want your current employer to know you are looking to leave your current position. 2 If the company no longer exists. 3 If your employer is at a small international company with no English-speaking contacts. 4 Your previous employer is deceased. 5 If you company has a no-reference policy. …