Fake degree holders are so prevalent these days that the people who lie about them are the ones who feel entitled to tell others that they should not be judged for doing this. What you are doing is being thoughtful, and trying to find the truth. There are a few posters on here who try to play devil's advocate but do not let them get to you. If you were treated unfairly by this boss, it wouldn't matter if his degree was real or not. The fact that he isn't the best human being to hang around is more than enough for me to stay away from wherever he is posting. Thank you! Please keep us updated if you can.