I'm working for a company for two and a half months. Due to health reasons, I left a toxic culture and insecurity. I informed them about my health issues and provided medical documents. On June 12th, I submitted my resignation. My HR portal displayed 0 days of notice, but I wanted to show professional courtesy and requested to serve until June 28th, which is 16 days. Despite no response to my emails, they approved my departure on the last day, mentioning any notice shortfall would be discussed face-to-face on my last day. My probation period is six months.
Upon joining a new company, I requested a relieving letter. However, my previous employer now claims my notice period is 90 days and demands a significant payment for a buyout. I contested this, stating I did not have a notice period despite serving notice. They referred to a clause in the offer letter regarding Termination of Employment, which specifies a 90-day notice period or salary in lieu of notice. As they didn't respond until the last minute, and the HR portal showed 0 days, I am uncertain about the validity of this clause. I am facing challenges in clearing Background Verification (BGV) and paying the requested amount.
Upon joining a new company, I requested a relieving letter. However, my previous employer now claims my notice period is 90 days and demands a significant payment for a buyout. I contested this, stating I did not have a notice period despite serving notice. They referred to a clause in the offer letter regarding Termination of Employment, which specifies a 90-day notice period or salary in lieu of notice. As they didn't respond until the last minute, and the HR portal showed 0 days, I am uncertain about the validity of this clause. I am facing challenges in clearing Background Verification (BGV) and paying the requested amount.