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that's true. I guess what makes us most vulnerable is the lack of understanding of laws and procedures. thanks again genuine_idea.

I guess he is taking his chances as I am joining the end-client, not his client (Preferred Vendor). My company -> Preferred Vendor -> End client He did not pay anything to anybody, no moving charges - nothing. Somebody referred me to him. He did pay for my H1B but he took $1000/- (in cash)...

thanks unitednations for the quick response. I am getting in touch with a lawyer very soon as I want to get this issue resolved. You are right, he has threatened to get an injunction against my joining the client. What happens if he gets an injunction? When can he get an injunction - right...

Hi, I have completed one full year with my current employer and want to take up a full time position with my client, which is not acceptable to my current employer (because of employment agreement). I tried to settle the issue with him but he is adament that I do not join my client. He has...

Thanks for the inputs. One more question: Can my employer withhold/not pay me for the period he is yet to pay me? Thanks, genuine_idea

Hi, Background: My current employer filed for my H1-B in June 2003, after I cleared a client's interview and got a confirmation to join them as a consultant. At that time my employer got an agreement signed by me stating that I cannot join my client or my client's client or any related...