Settlement agreements require careful consideration. We provide the support and advice you need to fully understand the agreement and protect your future
A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract that resolves disputes between an employer and an employee, often following a difficult situation such as dismissal, redundancy, or other workplace conflicts.
Why Choose Wallace Robinson & Morgan?
At Wallace Robinson & Morgan, we understand that receiving a settlement agreement can be overwhelming. It’s a crucial decision that can affect your financial security and professional future.
Our team can review the agreement in detail, explain the key terms, and provide advice on the fairness and appropriateness of the terms. We ensure that you understand your rights and are fully informed before making any decision.
We also help you identify any legal claims you may be waiving and assist with negotiating for a better settlement, if necessary. Our team will make sure that the agreement reflects a fair resolution and does not leave you disadvantaged in the future.
Our Expertise in Settlement Agreements for Employees Includes:
Reviewing settlement agreements
We review your agreement to ensure it’s fair, and that your entitlements are accurately reflected.
Explaining key terms
We clarify important clauses, such as confidentiality, references, and non-compete terms, ensuring you understand their impact.
Negotiating better terms
If necessary, we negotiate improved terms, such as a higher severance package or more favourable conditions.
Providing independent legal advice
We offer the necessary legal advice to make your settlement agreement binding and ensure you are fully informed.
Waiver of claims
We help you understand any claims you may be waiving and whether they should be excluded from the agreement.
Explaining long-term effects
We guide you on how signing the agreement may affect your future employment opportunities and benefits.
Future claims
We identify any potential future claims that could arise and ensure they are addressed in the agreement.
For Employers: Drafting and Negotiating Settlement Agreements
In addition to advising employees, we also assist employers in drafting settlement agreements that are fair and legally compliant. Whether you are offering a settlement agreement to resolve a dispute or as part of a redundancy process, our team can ensure that the agreement reflects your intentions and protects your business interests.
Our Expertise in Settlement Agreements for Employers Includes:
Drafting clear, enforceable settlement agreements
We help create straightforward and legally binding agreements, ensuring the terms are clear and enforceable.
Negotiating terms with employees to ensure fairness
We assist employers in negotiating fair terms, balancing the needs of both parties.
Ensuring compliance with employment law
We make sure the settlement agreement complies with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
Avoiding potential future disputes
We help structure agreements in a way that reduces the risk of future claims or disputes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Understand settlement agreements with our detailed FAQs. Get the advice you need to reach a fair resolution.
Signing a settlement agreement means that you are agreeing to the terms outlined in the document. It’s crucial to understand what rights you may be waiving, such as claims for wrongful dismissal or redundancy. You should also be aware of any confidentiality clauses or non-compete terms that could affect your future job opportunities.
Once a settlement agreement is signed, you typically waive the right to bring further claims against your employer on the matters covered by the agreement. However, if the settlement agreement doesn’t cover all potential claims, or if the terms are deemed unfair, you may have grounds to challenge it.
If you don’t sign the settlement agreement, you may not receive the financial compensation or benefits that are offered in the agreement. However, this could lead to the continuation of the dispute or even litigation. Not signing could give you more time to explore your options, but it’s important to weigh the consequences.
Contact Us Today for Expert Advice on Settlement Agreements
If you have been offered a settlement agreement or are considering one, don’t sign anything until you have sought independent legal advice. Contact us today to discuss your case with one of our expert solicitors. We will provide clear, practical guidance to help you understand your options and ensure that your rights are fully protected.
Call us at 0121 705 7571 or fill out the contact form below—your privacy is guaranteed—and we’ll arrange a convenient time to discuss your needs.
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