Settlement Agreement Advice

08/04/2026

Receiving a settlement agreement does not always mean your employment is ending. While these documents are most commonly used to formalise an exit for redundancy or resignation, they can also serve a different purpose.

You can actually use a settlement agreement to resolve a specific legal dispute, such as a discrimination claim, while remaining in your current role. This allows both parties to settle a dispute fairly while continuing the employment relationship.

Regardless of whether you are leaving or staying, independent legal advice is required to make the agreement legally binding.

Read our latest article to understand your rights and learn how our specialist solicitors can support you.

https://www.settlementagreements.co.uk/settlement-agreement-to-end-employment/

24/03/2026

Are you facing a workplace dispute or redundancy? It can be an overwhelming experience, but there is a way to secure a clean break and a fresh start.

Settlement agreements are the primary tool for resolving employment issues swiftly and confidentially. However, the legal details are complex and require expert guidance to navigate.

Our latest article explains all the essential aspects of settlement agreements, including details about compensation and the requirement for independent legal advice to secure a fair settlement.

You can find the full article here:

https://www.settlementagreements.co.uk/the-ultimate-guide-to-settlement-agreements/

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04/03/2026

Navigating a workplace dispute is a significant challenge for any professional. When your income and career are at stake, making informed decisions is essential.

Whether you are facing discrimination, unfair treatment or redundancy, the first step to a solution is understanding your legal rights.

Our latest article explains the legal limits on unfair dismissal and redundancy payouts. We also cover compensation for discrimination and how settlement agreements can help you avoid a tribunal.
With major legislative changes approaching this year, staying informed is essential for protecting your career.

Read the full article here:
https://www.settlementagreements.co.uk/settlement-agreements-and-workplace-disputes-how-employment-law-protects-you/

17/12/2025

Receiving a settlement agreement can feel overwhelming. The legal language can be confusing, and it might be difficult to determine if the offer is fair.

You might also be asking what claims you would have to give up, and if you need advice from a solicitor before you sign.

It is important not to sign anything before you understand your rights. Our latest article explains exactly how the process works in clear language that is easy to understand.

You can read it here: https://www.settlementagreements.co.uk/how-settlement-agreements-work-2026-legal-requirements-procedures-and-your-rights/

26/11/2025

Confidentiality obligations and restrictive covenants are core components of most settlement agreements. But many people are unaware of the lasting impact these clauses can have on their legal standing and careers.

Do you know if the restrictive covenants in your settlement agreement are fair? Is the confidentiality mutual?
Before you sign a settlement agreement, you must understand what you’re committing to.

It is a legal requirement to get independent legal advice from an employment solicitor to ensure that the terms of your settlement agreement are fair, reasonable, and do not unlawfully restrict your fundamental rights.

To learn more, you can read the full article here:

https://www.settlementagreements.co.uk/confidentiality-breach-confidentiality-legal-protections-settlement-agreements/

Understand confidentiality clauses and legal protections in settlement agreements. Learn what’s enforceable, what happens if you breach confidentiality and how to protect your rights.

25/08/2023

Being offered a settlement agreement by your employer can be a very stressful experience and you might be unsure of what to do next. Click on the link to find out about the steps you need to take if you find yourself in this situation:

https://www.settlementagreements.co.uk/ive-been-given-a-settlement-agreement-what-now/

Being offered or asked to sign a settlement agreement can be a stressful and uncertain experience. Many employees can feel overwhelmed by the many questions they need answers to. Below are some of the most common questions we get asked by employees who have received or been offered a settlement agre...

21/06/2023

Redundancies are often carried out by employers who are seeking to cut costs by reducing the size of their workforce. Read our article to find out more about how the redundancy process works and how UK employment law protects the rights of employees who are at risk of redundancy:

https://www.settlementagreements.co.uk/redundancy-guide-for-employees-in-the-uk/

27/03/2023

If you have been notified that you are at risk of redundancy, your employer might offer you a settlement agreement. Read our article to find out what a settlement agreement is and how it relates to being made redundant.

If you need further information, give us a call on 08000489712

If your employer has offered you a redundancy settlement agreement instead of the typical redundancy procedure, you’ll probably want to get some legal advice before considering the offer. Is a settlement agreement the same as redundancy? Settlement agreement definition Many employees receive one n...

29/05/2020

Tune in to BBC Radio Berkshire's Drive Time Show later today at 5.40pm to listen to the firms Managing Partner David Harris provide insight into the latest Government update requiring employers to contribute to employee furlough payments

11/05/2020

Tune in to BBC Radio Berkshire at 7:00 am tomorrow morning to listen to David Harris decipher the latest announcements from the government.

30/04/2020

Listen to David Harris, Managing Partner at DPH Legal's interview this morning with Andrew Peach on BBC Radio Berkshire discuss pay as a furloughed employee:

As payday arrives, many may be wondering how they are to be paid. David Harris, Managing Partner at DPH Legal explains all with Andrew Peach on BBC Radio Berkshire. Listen to the interview here: DPH Legal · 300420 Pay On Furlough