Notice pay for employees

Whether you resign or are let go, you’re usually entitled to a paid notice period. But what happens if your employer refuses to pay, pays the wrong amount, or ends your contract without warning?

At Owen White Catlin, our employment solicitors can help you understand your rights around notice pay and take action if those rights have been breached, providing you with clear, practical advice to help you recover what you’re owed.

Disputes over notice pay often arise when:

• You’re dismissed without the correct notice period
• You resign and are told you're not entitled to notice pay
• You’re dismissed for gross misconduct but disagree with the allegation
• You’re placed on garden leave but not paid properly
• Your contract contains unclear or conflicting notice terms

We’ll help you review your contract and employment history to determine what you're legally entitled to and challenge any underpayments or unlawful deductions.

How much notice should you get?

By law, employees are entitled to a minimum notice period based on length of service, which is usually one week for each year worked, up to 12 weeks. However, your contract may provide for more. If your employer ends your contract without proper notice, or fails to pay you during that period, you may have a claim for wrongful dismissal or breach of contract.

Talk to our employment solicitors today

Disputes over notice pay can be stressful, especially if you’re trying to move on to a new job. We’ll act quickly and decisively to protect your financial position and negotiate a fair resolution. With decades of experience in employment law, we know how to approach these situations, and how to get results.

If you believe you’ve been denied notice pay or are unsure of your rights, contact our employment team for expert advice. Call one of our offices or use our online enquiry form to speak to a solicitor today.