Stuck in a Contract: Is It Fair for My Employer to Deny Early Release Despite a Buyout Offer?

harsha-prasad
I work in an IT company where I am employed as a contractor. Our project is scheduled to end on March 31st, with no further work promised.

I have received an offer to join another company in the first week of March. However, my current employer, despite the project ending, is not willing to release me early, even though I am prepared for a buyout. The offer letter mentions a buyout at the company's discretion, meaning it is their decision to make. In these circumstances, is what they are doing right?

I just needed some advice.
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