Stuck Without a Relieving Letter: How Long Should It Take and Can I Seek Compensation?

Hi,

On 24Aug07, I have resigned from organization given 15 Days of notice period i.e. I served the organization till 08Sep07. From 10Sep07 onwards I have to join new organization but unable to do so because previous company till yet hasn't issued me any document which states I have resigned from the organization, due to which I am sitting idol from 08Sep07 onwards. On several requests the HR of the company states that same will be issued within next couple of days every time I requested.

Also I sent then an E-Mail my resignation to Previous and New organization HR to have an confirmation/acceptance of resignation but same is not replied, when I requested them to please reply to my mail that answer was It is not in the policy of the company to provide the same by mail.

I would be grateful if you kindly advise on the following-:

1.How much time a company requires to issue a Letter of acceptance/Reliving letter?

2.Do you think that I can enforce the company to legal as I got the job next day but I was unable to join that firm just because non availability of reliving letter.

3.Can I claim the compensation of the loss I have from 08Sep07 onwards?

Waiting for your valuable advice.

Brgds, Uttam

Dear Uttam,
Find below one of the sample format of Relieving order.. hope it will help you to draft the same at your end..
Date
Employee's Address
Dear Sir/Madam,

Relieving Order
This has reference to your resignation letter dated ___________ . This is to inform you that your resignation has been accepted and you are relieved from the services of Name of the Company on the close of working hours on Date.
You are requested to deposit the company Id and any other company property entrusted to you during your employment with us.
We wish you all success in your future endeavors.
Best Wishes,
For Company Name.,
Name
Designation
Regards,
Amit Seth.

I want to change the job, but the problem is that the resignation has been submitted but not accepted. Kindly advise me.

Also, I have received an offer letter from another company.

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