Can a potential employer call my current one without my permission?

[coraldiver2000]

What is the name of your state (Florida)? Florida

I work for the military under a subcontract. There was recently an award for a new prime contractor that my current employer is going to transition to. I applied for a new position under the new prime and marked on my application not to tell my current employer. After two months, I have no offer and no responses from the new prime. I have this week learned that they have told my current employer who is making life unbearable. I suspect they are going to fire me (probably tomorrow).

Did the new contractor violate my rights? And/or do I have any recourse if my current employer fires me?

 

[eerelations]

Potential employers can call anyone they like, including your current employer, with or without your permission.

It's perfectly legal to fire an employee for job-hunting. However, your contract may specify otherwise; if you think it does, take it to an attorney for review.