This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Countering a Low Insurance Settlement Offer State that the offer you received is unacceptable. Refute any statements in the adjustor's letter that are inaccurate and damaging to your claim. Re-state an acceptable figure. Explain why your counteroffer is appropriate, including the reasons behind your general damage demands.
Treat the following as a set of general guidelines: Gather complete information before you start writing. Describe your injuries and medical treatment. List your medical expenses, lost wages, and non-economic damages. Make a settlement demand. Include a deadline for legal action if you want to, but don't bluff.
This letter should clearly state the reasons for rejecting the offer, such as it not providing maximum compensation for the damages incurred. Provide specific reasons for your rejection, highlighting the damages and losses not covered by the proposed settlement.
Your letter in response to a settlement offer 1) In your introduction, start by saying that you are surprised and a little hurt that your employer wishes to terminate your employment. Then state how hard you have worked and how much your job means to you. This will elicit sympathy and create goodwill.
Submitting a Counteroffer and Continuing Negotiations Your letter should clearly state that the amount you were offered is too low, briefly explain your reasoning based on your evidence and documentation, and provide the amount you'd be happy to accept as a settlement.
However, refusing a settlement offer does extend the life of your claim and delays when you receive compensation. If you have pressing medical bills or other expenses, this is a factor to consider. You'll also need to invest more time and energy into your case, including providing more documentation of your damages.
Identify, gather and produce the most important information early. Settlement negotiations are most effective at the proverbial sweet spot, when each side has the information it believes it needs to make a judgment about settlement but before discovery expenses allow the sunk costs mentality to take hold.
If you are not happy with the settlement agreement, then there are a number of routes you can take. You can reject the agreement outright and make a claim to the employment tribunal. Such a claim would need to be made within 3 months (less one day) from the last day of your employment.