Job Offer Revoked Due to Background Check Issues: Should I Consider Legal Action?

I accepted an offer of employment in an MNC, but they rejected my candidacy two days prior to the joining date. The reason they mentioned is that I failed to meet their requirement for Pre-Employment Screening verification (in simple terms, background verification) concerning my last employer. However, when I asked them to specify the requirement, they refused to do so. Moreover, I contacted my last employer to inquire about any verification, and they denied any inquiry made on behalf of anyone. When I went to their office, they mentioned that my last employer could be a probable suspect of issuing fake certificates, without any evidence. Would taking legal action against them be a good option?

I have all the documents needed to prove the authenticity of my last employment. Even my last employer is an MNC.

Steps to Address Employment Offer Cancellation

Write to them (preferably through registered post) stating that you have accepted the offer made by the company and expect to join the service on the specified date. Ask them why such an offer has been cancelled. Depending on their written response, you can proceed forward.

It is a tricky situation since you are not yet employed. However, the company should have verified all credentials before making the offer to you. If there is no suppression of facts, then you have good grounds for claiming damages or compensation. However, I do not think you will be able to claim the employment.

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I have written emails to their legal head, HR head, and other people who have contacted me, but unfortunately, nobody responded. I am not seeking employment after this; however, if they can compensate me for my damages, that would be it.

You can send a demand notice through registered post to the employer seeking compensation. However, I suggest that you consult a lawyer with all documents and let him draft the demand notice for you. Your situation is tricky; hence, the use of one word can go against you.

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Employment Offer Rescinded: What You Need to Know

Have you already accepted their offer of employment in writing? If not, they have every right to rescind their offer. My guess is that someone at your ex-company or a friend who knows someone at your new company might have said negative things about you. Never, never tell anyone, not even your spouse, where you are going to work until you have joined them. You never know who might be jealous enough to try to destroy your future. Some people enjoy boasting about a new job offer even before joining the company, and this could backfire against them.