First Advantage Lawsuits: Holding Background Check Providers Accountable
At Background Check Lawyers, we’ve taken significant legal action against First Advantage, a leading provider of background screening services. First Advantage offers comprehensive checks for employment, housing, and other important decisions that impact a consumer's life. The company’s recent acquisition of Sterling, another prominent background check provider, further expands their influence in the screening industry. However, when errors occur in these background checks, the consequences can be severe, leading to wrongful rejections, lost opportunities, and significant financial damage.
Common Issues with First Advantage Background Checks
Background check errors can lead to severe consequences, particularly when they are related to employment and housing applications. Some of the most common issues with First Advantage include:
Inaccurate Criminal Records: Misreported convictions, dismissed cases, or expunged records still appearing on background checks.
Mistaken Identity: First Advantage may wrongly link an individual to someone else’s criminal record or financial history, creating a mixed file.
Employment History Errors: Incorrect reporting of job titles, dates of employment, or missing positions can impact job offers and promotions.
Housing Denials: Landlords relying on First Advantage housing checks may incorrectly reject applicants due to outdated or incorrect eviction records.
Inaccurate Credit Reports and Public Records: Erroneous financial data, including tax liens or bankruptcies, that are reported inaccurately can damage credit scores, resulting in housing denials or loan rejections.
Case Example 1: Mistaken Identity and Job Rejection
Background:
A client applied for a managerial position with a national retail chain. During the background check, First Advantage incorrectly reported a criminal record under the client's name, which was actually linked to a different individual with a similar name. This error resulted in the client being denied employment despite having a clean record.
Outcome:
Background Check Lawyers took immediate legal action, filing a FCRA lawsuit against First Advantage. The case led to the removal of the incorrect criminal record from the client’s background check, and they were rehired by the company. The client also received compensation for lost wages and emotional distress caused by the wrongful rejection.
Case Example 2: Housing Denial Due to Inaccurate Eviction History
Background:
A client applied for an apartment, but their application was rejected due to an eviction that appeared on their First Advantage housing check report. The eviction listed was from a different tenant with a similar name and was mistakenly linked to the client. As a result, the client was denied housing.
Outcome:
After reviewing the situation, Background Check Lawyers filed a lawsuit against First Advantage for failing to maintain accurate records. The lawsuit resulted in the removal of the incorrect eviction from the client’s housing report, and the client was able to secure housing. The client was also awarded compensation for the distress and inconvenience caused by the denial.
How Background Check Lawyers Can Help
If you’ve been impacted by inaccurate information in a First Advantage background check, whether for employment, housing, or credit, we can help. Background Check Lawyers specializes in FCRA violations and has a proven track record of holding background check providers accountable. Our team can assist you with:
Disputing Inaccuracies: We’ll help you challenge errors in your background check by filing disputes with First Advantage.
Filing Lawsuits: If your dispute isn’t resolved, we can take legal action to ensure First Advantage corrects the errors and compensates you for any harm caused.
Compensation for Damages: If the errors have caused you financial loss, emotional distress, or lost opportunities, we will fight to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.
Take Action Against First Advantage Errors
If you've been affected by inaccurate information in your First Advantage background check, Background Check Lawyers is here to help. Whether it’s an incorrect criminal record, an erroneous eviction history, or mistakes in your employment verification, we will fight for your rights and ensure that you receive fair treatment.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Our experienced legal team will guide you through the process and work to get your background check corrected. Don’t let inaccurate information affect your future - let us help you restore your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.