Where do I stand (legally)?

[rd409]

Some agencies will dick people around and it's really annoying but as the others say that's part of doing business and you have to deal with it. Unless you have a signed contract then the offer can still fall through.

It might be worth talking to the client and asking then what went on, I don't trust anything agents say.

WWS.

I generally do not say no to any other offers till the time, I am on site, and worked for a full day. This gives me an opportunity to actually see if I can survive the work place/enjoy the new place, and gives me a much needed back up in case the contract goes tulip.

Also would it be better for you, if the client just served you notice on the first day? Getting turned down before you start is way better than being marched out prematurely.

HTH.

[northernladuk]

WWS.

I generally do not say no to any other offers till the time, I am on site, and worked for a full day. This gives me an opportunity to actually see if I can survive the work place/enjoy the new place, and gives me a much needed back up in case the contract goes tulip.

HTH.

What????

Surely this one comes back and bites you on the ass regularly? .. and how can one day at work give you any idea? This doesn't sound good at all. Maybe I am missing some detail here.