Can an employer bring a claim for breach of contract against an employee?
Yes. If an employer suffers financial loss because an employee has breached its contract of employment and such financial loss is capable of being measured and is caused by the breach then it is possible for the employer to seek damages (i.e.: financial compensation to put the employer in the position they would have been in had the employee complied with its contractual obligations) from the employee. In certain circumstances, such claims can be heard by an employment tribunal, although there is a cap on the amount of damages an employment tribunal can award for breach of contract claims (currently 25,000.00). Alternative, the claim can be brought against the employee in the civil courts. Free Enquiry If you would like to speak to us please call on 01243 786 668 or complete our online enquiry form.
