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A settlement agreement is a legal document created to reflect and agreement between an employer and employee. It deals with the terms agreed to settle a potential employment tribunal claim or other court proceedings.
This agreement written by the employer should show the terms of the agreement including any financial payment and how the employee and employer should behave.
For a settlement agreement to be legally binding, it must fulfil certain conditions one of which is you receive independent legal advice. Druitts settlement agreement solicitor can advise you on your settlement agreement and help negotiate better terms if appropriate to meet your desired outcome. Our fees are covered by the employer.
Druitts Employment Solicitors Bournemouth can assist both employers and employees by providing advice relating to settlement agreements. Please contact Kay Donalson if you would like to discuss your individual situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
A settlement agreement is the new name for a compromise agreement, with a few minor legal amendments.
Usually a settlement agreement is between an employer and employee or former employee. A settlement agreement can only be between two parties and not a group of people. A settlement agreement is normally entered into if employment is terminated or about to terminate, but it is possible to enter into one when employment is continuing.
A settlement agreement usually includes clauses which will be of benefit to the employee such as financial compensation, or a reference letter and sets out how employer and employee should behave.
There are a wide number of claims which can be settled, examples include unfair dismissal, pregnancy or maternity related discrimination or sexual harassment.
It is always advisable to get a solicitor to look over any legal document. For a settlement agreement to be legally binding you must receive independent legal advice, from a qualified solicitor or an authorised union representative. Our specialist employment solicitor will be able to advise you on your settlement agreement and ensure the correct procedures are followed. the legal fees are usually paid by the employer for the advice you receive.
Kay Donalson
Director/Solicitor BA (Hons)
Kay specialises in litigation with particular emphasis on personal injury, will and trust disputes and inheritance act claims. She also deals with other litigation matters, including professional negligence claims, building disputes. Kay also deals with employment law settlement agreements.
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