Legal Question in Employment Law in New Jersey

Is a verbal and email employment acceptance binding?

I accepted a job offer verbally and in an email. I did not send the signed the job offer letter yet. What constitutes a binding contract in New Jersey?


Asked on 9/04/07, 7:52 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Daniel Cevallos Cevallos & Wong, LLP

Re: Is a verbal and email employment acceptance binding?

Even if you signed an employment agreement, it is likely that you can refuse to work under it. I have not reviewed the contract, but generally you cannot be MADE to work. You may be liable for damages or under a noncompete, however.

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Answered on 9/04/07, 9:21 am


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