It is rare for a settlement agreement to not include a confidentiality clause. It is vital that you get legal advice on the terms and breadth of the confidentiality clause, as breaking it could lead to you having to pay back part or even all of your compensation.
Following the exposure of Harvey Weinstein’s sexual misconduct, the UK government is currently considering enacting legislation that prevents standalone confidentiality clauses and those contained in settlement agreements from stopping the signee from reporting criminal conduct or disclosing elements of the agreement to regulated healthcare professionals and legal professionals. However, until this legislation is passed into law, it is vital that you seek legal advice on any confidentiality clauses. Our team will ensure that any attempt to prevent you from disclosing to the police, your doctor, or legal advisor are fiercely contested.
