Compensation claims for redundancy cases
It can be a shock to be told by your employer that you are now redundant. The first question in most people’s minds is, “How am I going to pay the mortgage and support my family?”
Employees are legally entitled to a basic level of protection – more on that later. For some people, redundancy can act as a catalyst for making a fresh start in a new career or even starting their own business. For others, it means unemployment and money worries. It’s important to understand the redundancy process and what rights you have.
There is a legal definition of redundancy and if your employer says you are redundant, you should make sure the situation falls within one of the scenarios below:
Companies cannot use redundancy as an excuse to sack you for a different reason. If you think that your job isn’t really redundant, or that you have been unfairly selected for redundancy, you might be able to bring an Employment Tribunal claim for unfair dismissal.
If your job is redundant and your employer is unable to offer you a suitable alternative post, you will be entitled to:
The maximum number of years that can be taken into account is 20 years. If the company becomes insolvent, then you should be able to claim your redundancy entitlement from the National Insurance Fund.
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