Defamation of Character in the Workplace

Defamation of Character in the Workplace Table of Contents I. Introduction II. Definition, Types, and Examples of Defamation III. How Employers Can Protect Themselves IV. How Employees Can Protect Themselves V. Conclusion VI. References I. Introduction The inability for certain individuals to find employment is oftentimes blamed on the previous employer that individual had. Nowadays many employers are being blamed and sue by former employees for giving negative references that have hindered their ability to …

…their privileges, this will continue to be a problem in the workforce. VI. References Hornak, Mark R. (1999). Avoiding Defamation in the Workplace, Giving References and Disciplining Employees While Avoiding Liability. Retrieved July 5, 2003, from http://library.lp.findlaw.com/articles Hurd, David. (1998). Defamation & Blacklisting. Retrieved August 1, 2003 from http://bullyinginstitute.org/home/twd/bb/legal/defame.html Rosen, Lester S. (1998). Use Your References Well. Retrieved July 25, 2003 from http://www.safehr.com/Backgroundmaterials/reference_checking.htm