In Austin’s fast-growing job market and increasingly competitive rental landscape, background checks are a standard part of hiring and leasing decisions. But when these reports contain inaccurate or outdated information, they can block you from life-changing opportunities. If that happened to you, you may have a legal right to correct the record—and get compensated.
At FCRA Attorneys, we represent people in Austin and across Central Texas who’ve been harmed by background check errors. Whether you’re applying for employment, rental housing, a professional license, or a contractor platform like Uber or DoorDash, we help you dispute errors and take legal action when your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) are violated.
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Denied a Job or Housing in Austin Because of a Background Check Mistake?
The FCRA is a federal law that protects individuals from inaccurate, incomplete, or unfair background reports. It applies to background checks used by:
- Employers
- Landlords and property managers
- Gig platforms and contractor networks
- Licensing boards and educational institutions
Under the FCRA, you have the right to:
- Receive a copy of your background check report
- Be notified if the report was used to deny you
- Dispute false or outdated information
- Have errors investigated and corrected within 30 days
- Sue for damages if your rights are violated
Common Background Check Errors in Austin
We see many types of background check mistakes affecting people in Austin:
- Mixed files – Someone else’s record shows up on your report
- Outdated criminal charges or sealed records still reported
- Incorrect name, SSN, or date of birth
- False eviction or credit reporting issues
- Employer or landlord fails to provide proper notice or copy of the report
These errors can result in lost job offers, housing denials, and reputational damage.
How Our Attorneys Help Austin Clients
- Free Consultation – We review your background report and the circumstances of your denial.
- Filing a Dispute – We help you properly dispute any inaccurate or unfair information.
- Legal Action – If the background check company fails to fix the problem, we sue in federal court.
- Recover Compensation – We fight to get you damages for your financial losses and emotional stress.
You pay nothing unless we recover money for you.
Employment Background Check Violations in Austin
Austin’s thriving tech, healthcare, government, and education sectors rely heavily on background screenings. Employers must:
- Obtain your written consent
- Provide a pre-adverse action notice
- Share the report and let you dispute it
- Send a final adverse action notice if they still deny the job
If any of these steps were skipped or the report was inaccurate, we can help you take action.
Tenant Screening and Rental Denials in Austin
Tenant screening reports can include criminal history, evictions, and credit information. If you were denied housing in Austin due to a screening error, the landlord must:
- Provide an adverse action notice
- Give you a copy of the report
- Inform you of your right to dispute
Many renters are denied without receiving this legally required information. We help you challenge these violations and seek compensation.
What You Can Recover Under the FCRA
If your background report error led to a denied opportunity, you may be entitled to:
- Up to $1,000 per violation in statutory damages
- Actual damages for lost wages, emotional distress, or housing expenses
- Punitive damages for willful misconduct
- Legal fees and costs – paid by the defendant if you win
Our team pursues full justice for every client.
Why Choose FCRA Attorneys in Austin?
- Focused on FCRA and Background Check Law – We don’t dabble, we specialize
- Texas-Based Attorneys with National Experience – Deep local understanding, national litigation power
- Proven Results – We’ve recovered compensation from every major background check agency
- Contingency-Based Representation – No upfront fees; we only get paid if you do
Contact an Austin Background Check Lawyer Today
A background check shouldn’t keep you from the life you’ve worked hard to build. If you’ve been denied a job, apartment, or opportunity in Austin due to a background report error, we’re here to help.
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(888) 498-9533
Disclaimer: FCRA Attorneys handles federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) cases exclusively in United States District Courts. Our attorneys may or may not be licensed in the state courts of this jurisdiction and do not handle any state-law matters.
Legal services in this state may be provided by an attorney who is licensed in this state and/or admitted to practice before the United States District Courts located in this state. That attorney will be responsible for all legal services provided to clients in this jurisdiction.
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