More information is needed to give you a definitive answer but generally the answer to your inquiry is yes.

An employer can fire you for any or no reason as long as it doesn't violate a law or breach a contract. If you have a writing from the employer...

The short answer is yes, you can decline the offer. I suspect that the offer letter says that when you become employed, you would be an employee...

If the employer is claiming that you did a lousy job, the answer is a resounding no. There are precedential court decisions that have so ruled.

What sort of lawyer should I hire if my employer requires me to get vaccinated for COVID against my wishes?

You should know that an employer can require its employees to be vaccinated subject to two exceptions, 1) if a doctor says that taking the...

Employer retaliation after filing complaint regarding illegal practice

You could hire an experienced employment attorney to write a letter for you. Based on the facts presented, you have an excellent whistleblower...

Should I withdraw from this publishing situation?

While I am an employment lawyer, I have litigated contract disputes in the employment law context and contract principles are the same. If the...

In NJ, can a company pay you less than what you originally signed for in your offer letter?

Employers have the legal right to change the commission agreement provided that it does not affect your already earned commission or as Mr. Shore...

Can an employer ask me to pay them if I decide to leave the company within the first 3 years? No signing bonus offered.

While it would be helpful for you to quote the exact language of the letter, at first blush, it appears to be illegal. You should try to negotiate...

Can a NJ employer hold me to a Non-Compete for 5 years post termination?

Depends on the geographic restriction and even then the length may not be enforceable. However, non-compete litigation is very expensive,...