

Swiss Re: Threats, Offers and the WP Rule
Oct 18, 2022
In this podcast, Andrew Edge discusses the Swiss Re v Sommer case, focusing on allegations of misconduct and costs warnings in WP correspondence. The hosts explore the without prejudice rule in employment law and its exceptions, as well as the practice of employers using various defenses to dismiss employees. They also analyze an employment tribunal case regarding improper conduct during settlement negotiations and compare it to the Swiss Re case. Additionally, they provide tips on drafting without prejudice letters containing serious allegations.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Without Prejudice Rule and Defenses in Employment Law
02:43 • 11min
Employer's Conduct and Settlement Negotiations
13:37 • 6min
Comparing the Case of First-Run First-Run to Swiss Re
19:59 • 3min
Leveraging Misconduct for More Money and Tips on Drafting Without Prejudice Letters
22:33 • 4min