What to do if you're being blacklisted

Do you feel that the reason you’re not getting that new job is because of a wage complaint you made or lawsuit you filed at a previous job? If so then: First, verify, don’t guess. If all you have to go on is a hunch of “surely that must be the reason” but don’t have any actual proof or evidence, __. Second, use a company that does this to call as if they are a potential employer to see what your previous employer says about you. One we have heard about is Allison Taylor. Third, see if anyone from the company where you DIDNT get the job would be willing to sign a statement about what they were told. if you go this route be sure to reassure them you are not trying to question their decision on not hiring you, you are just trying to make sure the info they are receiving is accurate. Fourth, keep a detailed log about where you have applied, and at what stage the company has rejected you. (is it ALWAYS at the stage where refs are being checked? ) If you get proof, ask your previous employer to cut it out. write them a letter or email. is this illegal? First, worry about that later. Even if it is, lawsuits take a long time. Focus on this not being a problem for you in the short term. It likely is NOT illegal if a company you have sued makes truthful statements about the fact that you did sue them. However, if they go beyond that into actually badmouthing you or saying don’t hire her, that could possibly be illegal. Second, check your settlement agreement, if you have one. Many specifically prohibit the company from doing anything other than verifying dates of employment plus position. Even if it might not otherwise be illegal independently, if they are saying things beyond this it might be a breach of your contract. Third, Do I need a lawyer for this? (no or at least not us - link to referral services like NYC Bar assn panel) Don’t let this dissuade you because there are projections out there. AndersonDodson is still a great place for you to pursue your wage claims.