Legal Question in Employment Law in California

signing a letter of resignation

i am planning to quit my job and relocate out of state,but before i move i must sell my house.i informed my employer of my intentions,and they want me to give them a letter of resignation,they said i dont have to put any dates on the letter but they want it so they can post my position and hire my replacement so i can assist in training.i need to know if my plans dont work smoothly and it takes me months to sell or i cant sell it all can they hold me to this letter like a contract and have the right to terminate me for this.and do i have the right to refuse to give them the letter.thank you


Asked on 6/12/06, 8:37 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

Re: signing a letter of resignation

I hate to tell you this -- they probably can terminate you at any time and not necessarily on the dates you specify. If you're concerned about the timing, you might get them to agree in writing that they'll keep you on at least until you can sell the house.

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Answered on 6/12/06, 9:40 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: signing a letter of resignation

The minute you told them your plans, they had the grounds to terminate you. So, if they cooperate with you, great.

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Answered on 6/12/06, 9:40 pm


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