QUESTION
Can an employer hire you and then change their mind?
Asked on Aug 13th, 2013 on Labor and Employment - Idaho
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I was recently hired for a toddler teacher position. I gave my current job my notice and everything and have been in communication with the new job about hours and pay an insurance etc. They called me yesterday and said that a current employee (who is a pre-k teacher) wants the position that I was hired for and that they are interviewing to replace her. If they like the person they interview I don't have the job, is this legal? They already have me the job and my employer has already hired someone for my position!
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Yes, the employer may do this. It is rude and inconsiderate, but not illegal.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 4:22 PM
Most likely they can do it, unless you can prove a breach of contract.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 3:27 PM
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Sure its legal. You might be able to recover some lost wages, but if the offer was not in writing, you probably won't recover that as well.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 3:26 PM