Employment and Labor Law

By: Jennifer O'Neill
LK Shields Solicitors (Ireland)

A settlement agreement is a very cost-effective way to avoid a law suit where an employee has a claim against their employer: but the courts will not enforce such agreements if they think the bargain has been reached unfairly.

A compromise or settlement agreement can be a very effective means of creating a binding settlement where an employee has a claim (or potential claim) against their employer. The key terms of such an agreement typically provide for the payment of a negotiated financial sum by the employer and a promise by the employee not to pursue a legal claim. Although frequently used by employers, it should be noted that such agreements are not always enforced by the courts. Click here to read entire article.