Defamation in Employment References State Law Chart: Overview | Practical Law

Defamation in Employment References State Law Chart: Overview | Practical Law

A 50-state survey Chart providing the elements of a defamation claim, the statute of limitations applicable to defamation claims, and whether each state has a job reference immunity statute and qualified privilege defense for private employers. This Chart addresses state laws providing causes of action for defamation and immunities or privileges for employers providing job references to prospective or future employers.

Defamation in Employment References State Law Chart: Overview

Practical Law Practice Note Overview 3-619-6023 (Approx. 48 pages)

Defamation in Employment References State Law Chart: Overview

by Practical Law Labor & Employment
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A 50-state survey Chart providing the elements of a defamation claim, the statute of limitations applicable to defamation claims, and whether each state has a job reference immunity statute and qualified privilege defense for private employers. This Chart addresses state laws providing causes of action for defamation and immunities or privileges for employers providing job references to prospective or future employers.