To comply with statute, a settlement agreement must:
1.   be in writing;
2.   relate to the specific claim being settled;
3.   identify a named, relevant independent adviser from whom the employee has received advice as to the terms and effect of the agreement. In particular the employee must have received advice as to the effect on his or her ability to pursue a claim in the Tribunal;
4.   state that the adviser is covered by professional indemnity insurance; and
5.   state that the above conditions are satisfied.