Wrongful dismissal is a breach of contract claim, typically for failure to give proper contractual notice. Damages are limited to the notice period but can be substantial for senior executives with long notice periods, significant LTIP awards, or bonus entitlements forfeited on dismissal.
Employment loss experts model the value of unvested LTIP awards using share price, performance conditions, and probability of vesting. Bonus losses are calculated by reference to contractual entitlement and historical bonus patterns.
Wrongful dismissal claims may proceed in the High Court or Employment Tribunal depending on value and complexity. Our forensic accountants provide quantum evidence suitable for both jurisdictions.
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Wrongful dismissal is a breach of contract claim, typically for failure to give proper contractual notice. Damages are limited to the notice period. Unfair dismissal is a statutory claim with compensatory awards based on actual financial loss (uncapped from January 2027). For senior executives with long contractual notice periods or significant LTIP/bonus awards, wrongful dismissal can produce very substantial damages.