Bonus claims

These are governed by contract law and require careful analysis of the terms of the bonus scheme.

If your bonus is guaranteed, a claim can sometimes succeed through a debt recovery action. However, this can be complicated if your employment has been terminated as it is often dependent on the drafting of your contract and the reason for termination.

Claims involving discretionary bonuses, where the employer determines if and how much is payable to you, are also complicated. In some cases it is possible to recover a discretionary bonus through a breach of contract claim, but this can be hard to prove.

It is highly recommended that you seek legal advice before pursuing a claim regarding a discretionary bonus. We have successfully negotiated many settlements while pursuing discretionary payments. Our approach is to look into your precise circumstances and consider if there is any evidence of bad faith or discrimination in the employer's decision to withhold or reduce your bonus.

Problems relating to bonuses can also be at the root of formal grievances with your employer . If you lack a trade union representative and are facing disciplinary or grievance hearings we offer you a specialist service - executive reps.

Our experience in this complex area informs our approach when negotiating new employment contracts for employees. We are alert to the consequences of subtle nuances in drafting and our experts are skilled in agreeing terms which protect your interests.

Contact us today to talk about bonus issues with one of our specialist employment solicitors

Please call 0800 916 9060 or email enquiries@rjw.co.uk. Our Bonus Disputes employment solicitors operate from offices across the country and can offer immediate and accessible representation anywhere in the UK.