Resolving Notice Period and Joining Bonus Disputes: Legal Implications and Documentation Insights - CiteHR

Hi, I joined a company in November 2010. However, due to personal issues, I quit the company within the month by simply sending an email to HR and my manager. I received my one-month salary and the joining bonus at the end of the month. After that, I did not receive anything further.

After three months, the company sent me a couple of letters regarding my absence, and eventually, they informed me that my name was removed from the employee records. Now, after six months, the company has sent me a letter demanding around 2 Lacs as recovery for the notice period and the joining bonus paid. If I calculate the two-month notice period and bonus, it amounts to 130k. I have not signed any bond, just the appointment letter mentioning the two-month notice period for resignation and the joining bonus recovery if I resign within 12 months.

Legal Concerns and Options

Can the company register an FIR or take legal action? If yes, what are my options? I don't have enough money to pay.

Regards,

From Philippines, Makati
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Hi Nikita, my situation is a bit different. I am an employee of an IT company in Bangalore. I was working in Noida before and was relocated to join my current company. My company paid for my relocation and also bought out my notice period with my previous organization. In my offer letter, they mentioned that if I leave before 2 years, I would have to return the reimbursed amount. When I joined and received my appointment letter, it specified that if I leave before 12 months, I would have to return the reimbursed amount.

Now, I am in a dilemma. I can't directly ask HR for clarification. Please advise on which document will be referred to for ascertaining the minimum serving period if I resign and there is a dispute between me and my current company.

Thanks & Regards, Mukesh

From India, Bangalore
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