General Protections Claim Resolved for a Fraction of the Demand

Lawyer-in-charge: Karena Nicholls

Our client, a business owner, was served with a general protections claim by a former employee who alleged breaches of workplace rights and industrial activity protections. The employee was seeking a payout of approximately $20,000, asserting that these alleged violations led to their dismissal.

The Coutts Employment Law team acted swiftly and strategically to protect our client’s business interests. Without admitting any liability, we entered negotiations on behalf of the employer and successfully settled the matter for just $2,500 — less than 15% of the original claim.

This result not only saved our client a significant amount of money but also prevented prolonged disruption, legal risk, and reputational damage. The matter was resolved confidentially, efficiently, and with the employer’s rights and commercial interests fully preserved.