The possibility of being sued makes former employers reluctant to give a full and candid written report on former employees.

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This is because if the former employer says anything negative or potentially damaging about the employee and the employee finds out, they can potentially sue for defamation. Therefore, former employers often choose to only provide basic information or a neutral reference.

The Possibility of Being Sued Makes Former Employers Reluctant to Give