If a Former Employer Gives a Glowing Statement About a Candidate

question 37

Multiple Choice

If a former employer gives a glowing statement about a candidate and the new employer later learns of misconduct on the part of the employee during his or her previous employment, the new employer may sue the former for

• A) negligence.
• B) misrepresentation.
• C) defamation.
• D) misappropriation.
• E) libel.

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Paralegal Manager

A paralegal who takes on managerial responsibilities, overseeing other paralegals and legal support staff within a law firm or legal department.

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Paralegal Training

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