I Need to Sue HireRight for Reporting False Information — Do I Need a Lawyer, and Where Do I Start?
Why you shouldn’t try to sue HireRight alone
Hiring a lawyer isn’t about making things complicated it’s about maximizing your recovery and making sure the case is done correctly. FCRA cases are federal lawsuits, and the success of the case depends on proving:
The report was inaccurate,
HireRight failed to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation,
The error caused harm (job loss, income loss, emotional distress), and
HireRight had notice but still didn’t fix the issue.
Attorneys who handle these cases daily know exactly how to build that record, present evidence, and negotiate with HireRight’s legal team.
And here’s the best part: most FCRA lawyers charge you nothing upfront. The law allows the company (not you) to pay attorney’s fees if the case succeeds.
Where to start (the steps that actually matter)
You don’t need any complicated paperwork to begin. Just gather:
The inaccurate HireRight report (every page).
Your dispute is that you already sent them.
Their response claimed the information was “verified” or refused to correct it.
Proof of harm, such as a rescinded job offer, denial email, or platform deactivation.
Any documents proving the information is false, such as court records, dismissal papers, expungement orders, or proof that the record belongs to someone else.
This bundle is more than enough for an attorney to evaluate your case and determine whether HireRight violated the FCRA.
When HireRight’s mistake becomes a lawsuit
You may have a legal claim if:
HireRight reported someone else’s criminal record as yours
They showed a dismissed, sealed, or expunged case
They listed wrong dates, wrong charges, or wrong dispositions
They repeatedly “verified” information that your documents prove false
The error cost you a job or income
The same mistake keeps reappearing on new reports
Mixed-file cases (wrong person) and ignored disputes are often among the strongest types of FCRA claims.
How We Can Help
If HireRight reported false information and refused to fix it, we can review your documents, identify where HireRight violated the FCRA, and handle the lawsuit at no upfront cost to you. We help gather evidence, file the case, negotiate directly with HireRight’s legal team, and pursue compensation for lost income, emotional distress, and any other damages you suffered.