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Can my company charge me for the cost of a course after resignation?

Dear Lawyers,

I need your help. I worked for the company for 10 years. I took a course that was part of my KPI and required for my role as P2P Global Process Owner.

However, I resigned from the company one year after completing the course.

Can my company charge me for the cost of the course?

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Amiri Advocates & Legal Consultants
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14 Aug 2024, 12:20

Dear Questioner,

It depends on the agreement between you.

If you signed a document stating that you would pay the course fee if you resigned within a year of completing the course, then you are obligated to pay it.

14 Aug 2024, 13:18

I have not signed anything, and they have not given me an agreement to sign regarding any indemnification.

However, the company had a handbook in 2016 that mentioned indemnification, stating that if training costs exceed 5k to 10k, you must serve the company for at least one year.

Can I sue the company for charging me without a signed agreement?

14 Aug 2024, 14:30

If you have already paid the company or they have deducted the amount from your dues, you can potentially sue them.

14 Aug 2024, 15:27

Thank you so much, sir!

This is really helpful.

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Ibrahim Al Banna Advocates & Legal Consultants
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14 Aug 2024, 15:52

Thank you for reaching out with your concern!

The situation you've described involves specific contractual obligations that may be tied to your employment agreement or any training agreements you might have signed with your company.

Generally, if the course was a mandatory requirement for your role and part of your KPI, the company's ability to reclaim the cost may depend on the terms set forth in your employment contract or any separate training agreements.

I'd be happy to review the relevant documents and provide you with tailored advice on whether your company has the legal grounds to charge you for the course.

This will ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully informed of your position.

Please feel free to reach out to me directly via WhatsApp or phone to discuss your case further, or you can email me.

14 Aug 2024, 17:22

Thank you. I'll be reaching out to you ASAP. I already checked my contract, and nothing was mentioned about indemnity for training.

I haven't signed any agreement except for the approval of the training, which my direct boss also approved under our department's budget.

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Mohamed Bakheet Advocates & Legal Consultants
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14 Aug 2024, 17:07

Do not pay anything at all.

 

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KHE Legal Consultancy
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15 Aug 2024, 05:14

Dear inquirer,

It depends on several factors whether the company can charge you for the cost of the course you completed before resigning, including the terms of your employment contract and the company’s policies.

Review your employment contract and company policy.

If you need further assistance, kindly share your WhatsApp number.

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