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Differences Between COT3 and A Settlement Agreement

What are the Differences Between COT3 and A Settlement Agreement? If you’re facing an employment dispute, you may be offered either a COT3 agreement or a settlement agreement. Both help resolve workplace

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Do I Have to Keep my Redundancy Confidential?

In many cases, you are not legally required to keep your redundancy confidential unless you have signed a specific agreement stating otherwise. However, in certain situations, employers may request

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Settlement agreement: Who signs first and who pays legal fees?

Who Signs Your Settlement Agreement First? Typically an employee will sign first and then it is signed by a solicitor for settlement agreement. They provide a certificate to confirm that he or she has

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Can a Settlement Agreement Be Withdrawn?

We are often asked by our clients whether or not an employer can withdraw the offer of a settlement agreement after it has been made. Strictly speaking, the answer is it depends on the process which

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Getting A Job After A Settlement Agreement

There is a particular question that often arises when an individual has been offered a settlement agreement. This is whether getting a job after a settlement agreement will be adversely affected by

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What happens when a settlement agreement is breached by either an employer or an employee?

Breaching a settlement agreement, whether as an employer or an employee, can lead to legal consequences such as withheld payments or claims for damages. It is important to understand and fulfil your

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Is redundancy the same as a settlement agreement?

No. Although both deal with the dismissal of an employee, they are different.   The difference is, redundancy is a longer, formal process involving a notice period, redundancy pay and sometimes the

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