Enforcing a Minimum Period of Employment
My question involves labor and employment law for the state of: Virginia, Florida
Am I protected? I graduated from school and have been looking for the right opportunity. I think i have found that opportunity and was interviewed over the phone. They (the employer) made a firm offer - "Annual salary of $X" Since I would have to relocate, I asked for relocation assistance, they said not. I then asked if it would be for at least 2 years. They responded about how qualidied I wa and stated that they would love to have me for at least 2 years. I decided to write a letter indicating that I accepted the job at the rate discussed and that I had the understanding that I would be there for a least 2 years. I mailed the letter out a month ago, and have not received anything back. I don't want to pack up and move if I can't justify it.
1. Is this a legal contract?
2. What safety net do I have if they decide to let me go before two years are up?
3. Do I have recourse if they let me go for fraud or breach of contract?
I don't want to end everything here and move to another state if I don't have a leg to stand on.
Thanks