Typical situations
- You have been offered a settlement agreement during a dispute or redundancy.
- You want to understand whether the offer is reasonable.
- You want to negotiate the terms or the reference.
Practical first steps
- Do not sign anything immediately — ask for reasonable time to consider it.
- Understand what claims you may be giving up.
- Consider the value of the offer against the alternatives.
How WorkplaceDisputes.uk may assist
- Helping you assess the offer in context and develop a negotiating position.
- Supporting negotiations with your employer.
- Explaining where independent legal advice is required to make the agreement binding. [Arrangements for the statutory adviser sign-off to be confirmed.]
This page is general information about workplace disputes in England & Wales and is not a substitute for advice about your individual circumstances.