I signed an offer letter at a firm and am set to start on Dec 1st. However due to certain circumstances I no longer can join the company. Am I legally allowed to back out if I’ve signed the offer letter?

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Well slavery is illegal in the US…

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No, you are theirs for life. Pack your bags and move in with them. You're allowed one last night with your fam

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Have you ever heard of “At will employment”?

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Slavery was outlawed over 150 years ago

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Yes

Where did you read that? At-will employment allows you to quit any job at any time, there might be a few unusual exceptions to this. You will have to pay on bonuses or relocation packages back that you received.

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Nothing legal related about it. Just let them know.

Yes happens often

Probably a six month prison stint

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