Add Comment Question: My past employer offered to me by reference. When I was finally hired and the new employer asked to speak with my reference, my reference told my new employer that I was mentally ill, mentally unstable with radical emotion problem. All of this is false and she never discussed my past working abilities. As a result, I was let go/no longer hired from my new job. Answer: Thank you for your question. In this case you may be able to assert defamation or economic interference against your former employer. To fully assess your matter we would require more information. I would invite you to call and set up a consultation with one of our employment lawyers who will be able to fully review your matter. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.