Posts by David Philip Harris

With over 10 years of experience in employment law matters, David Philip Harris specialises in providing legal advice on settlement agreements to both employees and employers throughout the UK. David’s opinion and advice are frequently sought after as he contributes often to BBC Radio Berkshire and the People Management Magazine. David Is a long-standing member of The Employment Lawyers Association and The Law Society Full Bio

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Settlement Agreement to End Employment

A settlement agreement is most commonly used to bring an employee’s employment to an end. However, that is not always the case, and understanding the difference matters. The Most Common Use: Ending

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Settlement Agreement Advice For Employees

Does a Settlement Agreement Need to Be Signed by a Solicitor? You have been handed a settlement agreement. It is several pages long, written in dense legal language, and your employer wants it signed

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What is a Protected Conversation

What is a Protected Conversation?

In UK employment law, a protected conversation is a legal process set out under section 111A of the Employment Rights Act 1996. It allows an employer and employee to discuss ending employment on agreed

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Employment Settlement Agreement

A settlement agreement can usually be negotiated. However, whether you should negotiate depends on the strength of your situation and the size of the offer you’ve received. Strong legal claims, such

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Discrimination Settlement Agreement

One of the common reasons employees are offered settlement agreements is because of a workplace dispute involving discrimination. UK employment law recognises several types of discrimination. These

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Disputes in the Workplace

Workplace disputes can arise for many different reasons. They are often more common than employees realise. In some situations, an employer may start a performance management process. This usually involves

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What Comes To Mind When You’re Offered A Settlement Agreement?

When you’re offered a settlement agreement, three questions usually come to mind. Why am I being offered a settlement agreement? How much should I receive? And what happens if I sign?  A

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Everything You Need to Know Before Signing a Settlement Agreement 

Being offered a settlement agreement can be unsettling. Many employees worry about whether they have to sign, whether the offer is fair and what it means for their future. A settlement agreement is

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Common Questions Asked Regarding a Settlement Agreement

A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract between you and your employer that typically ends your employment. It then waives your right to bring certain claims.  Before signing, you must

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Settlement Agreement Legal Advice

When employees are offered a settlement agreement, one of the first questions they ask is whether they need to take settlement agreement legal advice. If they do, who do they need to speak to? Some

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Settlement Agreement Restrictive Covenants

Restrictive covenants are clauses found in both employment contracts and settlement agreements. Their purpose is to protect an employer’s business interests by restricting what an employee can do

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How Settlement Agreements Work: Legal Requirements, Procedures and Your Rights

Being offered a settlement agreement can feel overwhelming. This is especially true if you’re unsure what it means, whether the offer is fair or what your rights are. Many employees ask the same questions:

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