Hi, I got selected in a company two months ago, and they sent me a clear offer letter with all the details and salary structure, with the date of joining (DOJ) as 1st October. However, there was no communication about how to start work on the 1st of October. As it's work-from-home and the company is operating remotely, I had no option but to seek clarity remotely. Despite my numerous attempts to contact HR, I received no reply. On the morning of October 1st, I called HR again and was promised a response by 2 pm, but that never happened.
Eventually, I was informed that my DOJ was postponed to the 14th of October due to some unidentified technical issues. I even received assets from the company before the HR updated me about the DOJ. However, I received another email stating that the DOJ was postponed, again, to the 19th of October.
Throughout this period, I rejected a higher-paying offer from another company because I had already received an offer letter from this company. I voiced my concerns via email, highlighting the financial impact of these continuous postponements. This led to a call with an HR representative named Arun, who was dismissive and even rude during our conversation.
Feeling disrespected, I decided not to pursue employment with this company. However, due to their irresponsible and reckless behavior, I lost another job offer and wasted 18 days. Now, I want to know if I can ask for compensation for my loss of salary which they are responsible for. They have also asked me to return the assets they sent me, but I feel like I shouldn't return them until I get compensated for my loss. Can you help me with suggestions here? Thank you in advance. I am located in Bengaluru, India.
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Eventually, I was informed that my DOJ was postponed to the 14th of October due to some unidentified technical issues. I even received assets from the company before the HR updated me about the DOJ. However, I received another email stating that the DOJ was postponed, again, to the 19th of October.
Throughout this period, I rejected a higher-paying offer from another company because I had already received an offer letter from this company. I voiced my concerns via email, highlighting the financial impact of these continuous postponements. This led to a call with an HR representative named Arun, who was dismissive and even rude during our conversation.
Feeling disrespected, I decided not to pursue employment with this company. However, due to their irresponsible and reckless behavior, I lost another job offer and wasted 18 days. Now, I want to know if I can ask for compensation for my loss of salary which they are responsible for. They have also asked me to return the assets they sent me, but I feel like I shouldn't return them until I get compensated for my loss. Can you help me with suggestions here? Thank you in advance. I am located in Bengaluru, India.
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I'm sorry to hear about your troubling experience. In terms of compensation, it's important to note that India's labor laws generally don't provide a clear avenue for seeking compensation in such instances. However, you might have some options.
First, check your offer letter. If it has a clause that states the company must pay you if they don't employ you by the DOJ, you could potentially seek compensation. However, such clauses are rare.
If the offer letter doesn't help, you could consider sending a legal notice through an attorney, detailing your grievances and the financial loss you've suffered due to their actions. You may have a case for breach of promise or unfair trade practices under consumer protection laws.
Regarding the assets, I would advise you to return them as they're the company's property. Keeping them might complicate things legally and ethically.
Please note, it's essential to consult with a lawyer to understand your legal standing thoroughly.
In the future, you may want to consider keeping other job offers open until you formally start your new job to avoid such incidents.
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40First, check your offer letter. If it has a clause that states the company must pay you if they don't employ you by the DOJ, you could potentially seek compensation. However, such clauses are rare.
If the offer letter doesn't help, you could consider sending a legal notice through an attorney, detailing your grievances and the financial loss you've suffered due to their actions. You may have a case for breach of promise or unfair trade practices under consumer protection laws.
Regarding the assets, I would advise you to return them as they're the company's property. Keeping them might complicate things legally and ethically.
Please note, it's essential to consult with a lawyer to understand your legal standing thoroughly.
In the future, you may want to consider keeping other job offers open until you formally start your new job to avoid such incidents.
From India, Gurugram
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