Q&A: What the Labour Court decision in Accenture v Tandel tells us about waiver agreements
Published on: 07/01/2026
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Jeff Greene Partner Employment Practice Group, A&L Goodbody LLP
Jeff Greene Partner Employment Practice Group, A&L Goodbody LLP
Jeffrey greene

A&L Goodbody LLP
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Seán Gunning Employment Solicitor at A&L Goodbody
Seán Gunning Employment Solicitor at A&L Goodbody
Seán Gunning

A&L Goodbody LLP
Telephone: +35316492000 
Website: www.algoodbody.com

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What is the background to the Labour Court’s decision in Accenture Limited v Sejal Tandel?

The complainant in this case commenced employment with the respondent, Accenture, on 6 December 2021. On 23 May 2023, the complainant was given notice of dismissal by reason of redundancy. She was provided with a waiver agreement setting out terms of an ex-gratia payment, which she

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