Let’s say you left on old job after a protracted pip and were let go but the job / manager was actually quite toxic and the company structure a mess but saying those things would be bad so it’s easier to say laid off. If a job offer is to follow, will they check with my former employer - will my employer try to mess with me (i actually always have great things to say about them in spite of the above) and could the whole thing go away? How honest must I be?

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Most agencies will only verify that you used to work there (dates). They don’t want the liability. That’s the official stuff.

If someone knows someone, they might get the dirt. I’d just say you left/went freelance,etc.

There’s 2 things someone can legally ask about your past employment:
- what are the dates and title(s) of employment?
- is this person eligible for rehire?

The first one is a formality. The second one is really about whether you left on your own accord or were fired. Even if you were separated / fired, many companies will say “yes” to rehire question unless you broke a rule or a law because it’s less liability if they say yes.

Not sure where you're getting this misinformation about what someone can "legally" ask. Here's a good resource: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/employment-law-compliance/can-employers-give-bad-reference-former-employee
Laws vary by state. Employers are usually most concerned about potential defamation claims which could arise if the information provided is false.

Just say you’re laid off or freelancing. Your new employer will not find out and won’t show up on background check. Even if new employer ask, your old employer only confirms the date you worked there.

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