Accurate Background Check Lawsuits: Holding Companies Accountable
At Background Check Lawyers, we’ve taken legal action against Accurate Background, one of the leading providers of employment and tenant background checks. Accurate Background plays a pivotal role in determining job opportunities, housing, and access to credit by providing background screening services to employers and landlords. However, when Accurate Background makes errors, consumers can face wrongful denials and devastating consequences.
Common Issues with Accurate Background Checks
Errors in Accurate Background reports can result in major problems for consumers, including:
Inaccurate Criminal History: Misreported or outdated criminal records can lead to wrongful employment rejections or housing denials.
Employment History Mistakes: Incorrect verification of job history or missing positions can prevent candidates from securing positions for which they’re qualified.
Identity Mismatches: Similar names, birthdates, or other identifying information can result in mixed files, where information from a different person is mistakenly reported under your name.
Inaccurate Credit and Public Records: False or outdated information about public records such as bankruptcies or civil judgments can affect credit scores, housing applications, and financial opportunities.
1. Case: Mistaken Identity and Job Denial
Background:
A client applied for a position with a major tech company. During the background check process, Accurate Background wrongly linked the client’s profile with another person’s criminal history due to a name mismatch. As a result, the client was denied employment.
Outcome:
We filed a FCRA lawsuit against Accurate Background for mishandling personal data and failing to ensure accurate reporting. The case resulted in the removal of the incorrect criminal record from the client’s report, and they were offered the job. The client also received compensation for emotional distress caused by the wrongful denial.
2. Case: Incorrect Employment History Report
Background:
A client seeking a managerial role was rejected after Accurate Background reported incorrect dates and job titles for their past employment. The error led the employer to believe the client didn’t meet the necessary qualifications for the position.
Outcome:
Through legal action, Accurate Background was forced to correct the employment history on the client’s background check. The client was rehired, and the company settled the case, providing the client with compensation for the lost opportunity and emotional distress.
How Background Check Lawyers Can Help
If you’ve been negatively affected by Accurate Background errors, Background Check Lawyers is here to help. We specialize in FCRA violations and have successfully helped clients correct inaccurate information on their background checks. Our legal team:
· Files Lawsuits against Accurate Background to hold them accountable for mishandling data.
· Helps Secure Compensation for clients who suffer from lost jobs, housing opportunities, and emotional distress.
· Ensures Legal Compliance to ensure your rights are protected under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
Take Action Today – Protect Your Rights Against Accurate Background Errors
If you’ve experienced harm due to inaccurate background check data from Accurate Background, don’t wait. Background Check Lawyers is ready to help you take action and seek compensation for the impact of these errors. Contact us for a free consultation and let us help you fight for justice and restore your reputation.