{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The BDBF Podcast: News and Insights for the Employment Law Community","title":"The Price of a Conditional Job Offer: Kankanalapalli v Loesche Energy Systems","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/3ad11729\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1249,"description":"Can you withdraw a job offer once it’s been accepted? Lessons from Kankanalapalli v Loesche Energy Systems LTD.In this episode of The BDBF Podcast, partners Paula Chan and Gareth Brahams discuss the recent Employment Appeal Tribunal decision in Kankanalapalli v Loesche Energy Systems Ltd. This case explores what \"reasonable notice\" means when a job offer is withdrawn after a contract is formed but before the first day of work and draws out the key distinction between “conditions precedent” and “conditions subsequent”.Listeners will gain insights into:The factual background and the EAT’s decision in Kankanalapalli v Loesche Energy Systems.The crucial distinction between conditions \"precedent\" and conditions \"subsequent.\"Why statutory minimum notice periods do not act as a ceiling for \"reasonable notice.\"The risks of resigning from a current role before a new contract is fully signed and documented.Practical steps for employers to manage offer withdrawals and notice obligations.Best practices for candidates navigating the gap between offer acceptance and their start date.For employment lawyers and HR leaders, this is a tactical guide to managing the \"resignation gap\" and avoiding a pre-employment notice trap.Disclaimer: Views of external guest speakers do not represent those of BDBF.Contact BDBFThank you for tuning in to The BDBF Podcast: News and Insights for the Employment Law Community, where we dive practical guidance, expert analysis, and updates on employment law developments.For more behind-the-scenes content, exclusive events, and expert insights, please visit our website or follow us on your favourite social platform.We’d love to hear from you, particularly with feedback on the Podcast and requests for topics to cover in future episodes.  Drop us a line podcast@bdbf.co.uk Find out more:Website: www.bdbf.co.uk/Email: info@bdbf.co.ukPhone: +44(0)20 3828 0350Connect with us:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/brahams-dutt-badrick-french-llp/Facebook:...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UWGOydA98QbHxnUrPoyFf0reyeCG4EcwRPtsKMMjzqg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hZTEy/YjYzMTA1ZDI1YTk1/ZDAxMGViMzZkODQz/ZDFiNi5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}