Re: Will to Work in Virginia?
Posted by Richard Quintilone II, Esq. on 4/22/06
Like every other state except Montana, VA is an "employment
at will" state, which means that either party can end the
employment relationship at any time for any reason that does
not violate the law. However, if you have a bona fide,
enforceable contract, it's not a guarantee that you can
end the employment relationship with no consequences. You
will have to have a VA attorney review the terms of the
contract to determine whether or not it is enforceable and
what, if any consequences you will face if you resign
without giving the called-for notice.
Though not applicable to your case, California allows
termination o fyour contractual services without recorse under
the set of circumstances related here. A good all purpose firm
such as Wilcox & Savage or Diamonstien Becker & Staley should
be able to provide you with assitance in Virginia. Good luck.