Can an employer deny issuing an employment verification affidavit?
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Can an employer deny issuing an employment verification affidavit?
For licensing purposes, I need an affidavit signed stating type of employment length of employment and title of employment. Can an employer refuse to sign off on affidavit and, if not,
what can I do?
Asked on April 22, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, New York
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Yes, they can refuse to sign off on this: there is no legal requirement whatsoever on employers to verify or attest to employment in any way, even if you need it for licensing or other important purposes. There is nothing you can do to force your employer to sign or issue an affidavit--since they have no obligation to do this, you cannot force them to. All you can do is ask the licensing agency or entity if there is any other proof of employment (pay stubs? form W-2? etc.) you can provide.
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