Can an employer change their statement toan employment agency a year after the fact?
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Can an employer change their statement toan employment agency a year after the fact?
I was laid off about a year ago and have since been drawing unemployment benefits while I search for another job. I’ve now received an email from my former employer threatening to tell the state that I quit on my own if I file for any more benefits. (Personal grudge) They originally vouched for my Laid Off status. Can they get me in trouble this way and wouldn’t they also be culpable?
Asked on July 22, 2010 under Employment Labor Law, Mississippi
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
First of all, it is not the truth, correct? And if they lied to unemployment first off then they will be in a heap of trouble so they would never do so. It is difficult to counsel you on how to proceed in such a heated and personal situation. You really are the best judge here knowing your former employer on what to do. Ignore the threats and do not respond? Address the threat by indicating that that would be perjury and the ramifications to their company would be far greater than to you? You are the best judge here. But limit what you say and keep away from them otherwise. In the meantime, keep in filin'! Good luck.
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