Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Re: rescind on starting new job

Probably nothing since you didn't start working there. Let them know ASAP. However, explain to them the financial situation. Maybe they'll help, and make arrangements for you to pay them back over time or split the cost.

Re: rescind on starting new job

Unless you have a specific agreement (written or oral) which says otherwise, there shouldn't be much in the way of consequences. Most employees can legally quit any time they want, and this freedom implies the right to quit before starting work.

Of course, if the company has already given you anything (say an advance against future pay, or a moving allowance, company car, etc.) based upon your acceptance of the job, you would likely have to reimburse them.

As Mr. Cohen pointed out, your best bet might just be to call the company and explain the situation. You might be able to work something out and, if it turns out that the company believes it would have a claim against you, you would probably learn whhat rights it believes it has.

I would want to know more about the specific facts before I could offer a concrete answer.

Re: rescind on starting new job

If you have made the decision, call your intended new employer immediately to advise of the problem and that unless something changes, such as their agreement to assist, etc., you will be forced not to take the position. Follow it up in writing.

Re: rescind on starting new job

nothing