Considering a settlement agreement?
Settlement agreements can happen at any stage of a dispute. If your employer has offered one - or you're thinking about proposing one - understanding the terms matters.
What happens at this stage
Receive or propose an offer
Either side can propose a settlement. Your employer may offer one to avoid tribunal, or you may propose terms to resolve things without a hearing.
Understand what you're agreeing to
A settlement agreement typically involves a payment in exchange for giving up your right to bring tribunal claims. Understanding what you're signing away is essential.
Get independent legal advice
For a settlement agreement to be legally binding, you must receive independent legal advice from a qualified adviser. Your employer will usually contribute to this cost, though they are not legally required to.
Agree terms or walk away
You're not obligated to accept a settlement. If the terms aren't right, you can negotiate or proceed with your tribunal claim.
Common questions at this stage
How much should a settlement be?
There's no fixed formula. It depends on your circumstances, the strength of your claims, and what you'd likely receive at tribunal. Yerty can help you understand the factors involved.
Do I have to accept a settlement?
No. A settlement is voluntary. If the offer isn't fair, you can negotiate or proceed to tribunal. Don't feel pressured to accept quickly.
Can Yerty help me with a settlement?
Yerty provides information about settlement agreements and the factors involved. For the actual agreement, you'll need independent legal advice - it's a legal requirement for the agreement to be binding.
How Yerty helps
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Yerty provides information and tools - not legal advice. For complex situations, we recommend consulting a qualified employment solicitor.
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Yerty provides information and tools - not legal advice. For complex situations, we recommend consulting a qualified employment solicitor.
Yerty provides information and tools - not legal advice. For complex situations, we recommend consulting a qualified employment solicitor.