What to do if I was forced to sign a relocation contract after I already moved and was in my new position?
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What to do if I was forced to sign a relocation contract after I already moved and was in my new position?
I accepted a new position within the same company that required an out of state relocation. At that time I was provided the summary of my relocation package from HR; there was no mention of any 2 year repayment clause. I moved and started and about a week later I was presented with a document from the 3rd party relocation company that outlined a 2 year payback clause for my moving expenses that I had to sign. I am on my way out, so when they come after me do I have a defense?
Asked on January 12, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
No, terms may not be added after the fact; you would only be obligated to any payback, repayment, etc. terms which you were aware of *prior to* accepting the position and the relocation. However, after you have already accepted it and moved, they cannot then impose new costs or obligations on you; you are only liable for those costs which you were aware of and agreed to in advance, since only those are part of the agreement between you and the other party.
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