What can I do if I was toldthat I was being transferred to another job but it never went through?
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What can I do if I was toldthat I was being transferred to another job but it never went through?
There was nothing in writing because I was told that it was all handled through the computer. I was employed at a popular baby store and originally was going to leave until I learned I could transfer to another store. The store manager told me everything was good to go and when I would work at the store but come to find out the other store knew nothing about it. I have been unemployed for a month with bills to pay.
Asked on December 16, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, Virginia
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
If you can show the following, you may be entitled to some amount of compensation for a breach of this promise, and should consult with an employment law attorney:
1) The company knew you were contemplating leaving, and made the offer to get you to stay;
2) It was reasonable to rely on that offer--i.e. it was credible;
3) You did rely on the offer of transfer; and
4) In reasonable reliance on that offer of a transfer, you did something to your detriment--for example, gave up some other job offer or opportunity you had (it must have been a firm one, not speculative).
When these conditions are met, promises may be enforceable.
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