Legal Question in Employment Law in Florida

My question involves labor and employment law for the state of: Virginia, Florida

Am I protected? I graduated from school and have been looking for the right opportunity. I think i have found that opportunity and was interviewed over the phone. They (the employer) made a firm offer - "Annual salary of $X" Since I would have to relocate, I asked for relocation assistance, they said not. I then asked if it would be for at least 2 years. They responded about how qualidied I wa and stated that they would love to have me for at least 2 years. I decided to write a letter indicating that I accepted the job at the rate discussed and that I had the understanding that I would be there for a least 2 years. I mailed the letter out a month ago, and have not received anything back. I don't want to pack up and move if I can't justify it.

1. Is this a legal contract?

2. What safety net do I have if they decide to let me go before two years are up?

3. Do I have recourse if they let me go for fraud or breach of contract?

I don't want to end everything here and move to another state if I don't have a leg to stand on.

Thanks


Asked on 5/05/11, 5:05 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Behren Behren Law Firm

See if they will give you a written offer letter. Better than just relying upon your letter to them. Many companies will give offer letters in writing. Without a written two year contract if they let you go before the contract expires, you can't do too much about it. For more information on your employee rights check out our employee rights blog www.takethisjobnshoveitblog.com or our website www.behrenlaw.com.

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Answered on 5/05/11, 6:40 am


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