more than one offer

[offerchoice]

What is the name of your state?
VA

I got an offer via email and accepted it via email. A couple days later, I got another offer which is better than the previous one. Can I accept more than one offer at the same time? Is it legal if accepted an offer then I decided not to go before the starting date? Will the company sue me?

 

[cbg]

I'm assuming you have not signed a contract with the first company.

Yes, you may accept the second offer as long as you notify the first company that you have changed your mind and will not be coming to work for them after all. No, they will not sue you.

 

[offerchoice]

Thank you.

Thank you. What a relief.
Is email offer considered a legal contract? Or only the written paper offer considered a legal document?

 

[cbg]

An offer letter, regardless of whether it comes by e-mail or in writing, seldom if ever reaches the standard of a contract at all.