Consequences for Lying on a Resume

LOS ANGELES - May 25, 2025 - PRLog -- In response to the recent dismissal of a Blue Shield of California executive over resume discrepancies, Mandy Fard of Market-Connections Professional Resume Writing Services warns job seekers about the serious risks of falsifying information.

In June 2024, Blue Shield of California terminated Tosha Lara-Larios, who had served as interim Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, and Medical Director of Medical Management and Accreditation. According to news reports, the dismissal followed allegations that she misrepresented her name and licensure, including being listed as a doctor of osteopathic medicine despite no record of licensure with the Osteopathic Medical Board of California.

"Incidents like this serve as a critical reminder that resume lies can have far-reaching consequences," says Fard. "Even if the fabrication isn't caught immediately, it can surface later—jeopardizing a person's entire career."

Resume fraud is not uncommon. According to background screening firm HireRight, 35% of screenings uncover discrepancies in educational credentials alone.

Common resume fabrications include:

- Listing a degree without completing graduation requirements
- Claiming in-demand skills without proficiency
- Manipulating employment dates to hide gaps or previous employers
- Inflating academic performance
- Fabricating job titles or responsibilities
- Falsifying achievements
- Misreporting salary history

Fard urges job seekers to present their qualifications truthfully and work with professionals when in doubt. "Honesty builds trust. A strong, well-written resume can still position you competitively without resorting to misrepresentation."

For more information about Market-Connections Resume Services, please visit us at https://www.market-connections.net.

About Market-Connections Professional Resume Writing Services

Market-Connections Resume Service, founded by certified career coach Mandy Fard, offers professional resume writing, LinkedIn profile optimization, interview coaching, and career development tools. With decades of industry experience, Mandy empowers professionals at every level to navigate career transitions with confidence and integrity.