Jonas had a great résumé and a glowing recommendation from his previous employer.Impressed by his qualifications and expertise,Vizion Tech Inc.hired him for the position of quality analyst.However,he was found guilty of sexual misconduct at Vizion after a couple of weeks on the job.During the inquiry,Vizion Tech found that Jonas was fired for sexual misconduct at his previous employer.The management of Vizion Tech could sue Jonas's previous employer for _____.
A) misrepresentation
B) fraud
C) defamation
D) negligence
E) embezzlement

Question

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If the former employer gives a glowing statement about a candidate, and the new employer later learns of misdeeds such as sexual misconduct or workplace violence, the new employer might sue the former employer for misrepresentation. Therefore, in this case Vizion Tech might sue Jonas's previous employer for misrepresentation.

Jonas Had a Great Résumé and a Glowing Recommendation from His