New York City Background Check Error Attorneys

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In New York City, background checks are used by nearly every major employer, landlord, and gig economy platform. But when these reports contain false, outdated, or mixed-up information, the consequences can be life-altering. If this happened to you, you may be protected under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

At FCRA Attorneys, we represent NYC residents who’ve suffered financial, emotional, or professional harm due to background check errors. We handle employment background check disputes, tenant screening denials, and gig platform suspensions caused by reporting mistakes—and we fight to get your name cleared and compensation paid.

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Was Your Job or Housing Application in NYC Denied Due to a Background Check Error?

The FCRA is a federal law that protects consumers from inaccurate or unfair background checks and credit reports. You have important rights, including:

  • The right to a copy of your background check
  • The right to dispute any inaccurate or incomplete information
  • A 30-day deadline for companies to investigate and respond
  • The right to file a lawsuit for damages if your rights are violated

Whether a background check was used by an employer, property manager, or platform like Uber, Lyft, or Doordash, the same legal protections apply.

Common NYC Background Check Mistakes

Our clients in New York City often face background check errors such as:

  • Mixed Files – Someone else’s criminal or eviction history showing up on your report
  • Old or Expunged Records that still appear
  • Incorrect Personal Information – Wrong names, SSNs, or dates of birth
  • Reporting Arrests That Never Led to Convictions
  • Failure to Notify You Before Denying Your Application

These mistakes can affect jobs in finance, healthcare, education, real estate, and the tech sector—plus apartment applications in any borough of the city.

Our Process to Help You Fight Back

We make it simple and risk-free to get legal help:

  1. Free Consultation – We review your background report and evaluate your case.
  2. Dispute Guidance – If needed, we help you file an FCRA-compliant dispute.
  3. Filing a Federal Lawsuit – If the error isn’t corrected, we sue the background check company and/or the furnisher of the bad information.
  4. Seeking Compensation – We aim for maximum damages, including lost wages, emotional harm, and punitive damages.

We only get paid if we win. No upfront fees.

NYC Employment Background Check Violations

New York City employers are subject to both federal FCRA rules and local regulations, including the NYC Fair Chance Act. They must:

  • Notify you in writing before using a background report
  • Provide a copy of the report before taking adverse action
  • Give you a chance to respond and correct errors

If they violate these requirements, we can pursue legal action on your behalf.

Tenant Screening Report Errors in NYC

Landlords and property management companies in NYC rely heavily on tenant screening services. If your application was denied due to false or inaccurate information, you must be given:

  • An “adverse action” letter
  • A copy of the background report
  • The name and contact info of the agency
  • Instructions for how to dispute the information

If you didn’t receive this or the information wasn’t corrected after a dispute, you may have a strong FCRA claim.

What You Can Recover in an FCRA Case

If your rights were violated, the FCRA allows you to recover:

  • Up to $1,000 per violation in statutory damages
  • Actual damages such as lost income or housing expenses
  • Punitive damages in cases of willful noncompliance
  • Attorney’s fees and legal costs

We’ve helped consumers across NYC get justice—and we’re ready to help you.

NYC Case Examples

  • A Brooklyn software engineer was denied a job after a Checkr report showed another person’s criminal record
  • A Queens tenant lost an apartment after a dismissed eviction appeared on their file
  • A Manhattan rideshare driver was deactivated after an expunged conviction was incorrectly reported

These cases are real, and so are the outcomes we fight to achieve.

Why Hire FCRA Attorneys for Your NYC Case?

  • Focused on FCRA Law – We don’t just dabble in consumer law—we specialize in it
  • Licensed in Federal Court – We represent clients in all NYC boroughs and surrounding areas
  • Experienced Litigators – We’ve sued every major background check company in the U.S.
  • No Win, No Fee – You only pay us if we get you results

Contact a New York City Background Check Lawyer Today

Don’t let an error on a background check cost you your future. If you were denied a job, apartment, or opportunity in NYC due to a reporting mistake, take action now.

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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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