Background Check From Accurate Shows False Information About Me. How Can I Sue Them?
The fastest way to tell if you have a strong case
The strength of a claim usually depends on two things: (1) the report is wrong and (2) the error caused harm.
Examples of “false information” that commonly lead to lawsuits include: someone else’s criminal record on your report, a dismissed case shown as pending, a conviction that never happened, an expunged/sealed record appearing, wrong offense level (misdemeanor listed as felony), wrong dates, or incorrect employment/education results.
Harm can look like a rescinded offer, a failed background check, delayed onboarding, loss of income, or other measurable impact.
What you should do before suing (it matters)
In most situations, you should first get a copy of the Accurate report and dispute the inaccurate item in writing. Courts and attorneys typically want to see that Accurate had a chance to correct the mistake and either failed to do it or verified wrong information anyway.
Also watch for a pre-adverse action/adverse action notice from the employer. If the employer is using the report to deny you, they’re usually required to give you a chance to review it and dispute errors.
What compensation is possible
Depending on the facts, FCRA claims can include statutory damages, actual damages (lost wages/opportunities), emotional distress damages, punitive damages for reckless conduct, and attorney’s fees and costs. Many FCRA lawyers handle these cases with no upfront fees.
How we can help
If Accurate reported false information that affected your job or income, we can evaluate the report, preserve evidence, and pursue an FCRA claim to force correction and seek compensation, at no upfront cost.