Money owed by employer

[springbox]

Hi,
I will make this as brief as possible initially, but happy to fill in the blanks as necessary.

Recently made redundant after 10 years service.
Redundancy was with immediate effect, so no notice and holidays outstanding.
The employer owes me wages.

I have calculated that I am owed the following (rounded figures):

Unpaid wages: £6500 (taxable)
Redundancy Pay: £3200 (tax free)
Pay in lieu of notice: £3200 (taxable)
Pay in lieu of holidays: £1600 (taxable)

Total: £14500

I am still in negotiation for this, but if it does come down to me taking court action I am wondering what my options are.

Do make one claim for everything, on the understanding that it is allocated to fast track, rather than small claims as it is over £10000. Other than the cost, what are the other implications that I need to be aware of?

Or, do I make two separate small claims as follows:

Claim 1: Unpaid Wages: £6500
Claim 2: Severance pay: £8000

What about tax & ni contributions for the taxable amounts. Would I claim the full amount before tax and then pay this to HMRC?

Your input would be very much appreciated.

Many thanks.

[springbox]

Re: Money owed by employer

I thought I had posted this in the Employment forum, but it appears to have gone in the welcome section.
Can it be moved?

Thanks.

[Amethyst]

Re: Money owed by employer

I'll move for you xx

[springbox]

Re: Money owed by employer

Reading up a bit more, it would appear that an employment tribunal is possibly the better way to go.
Cheaper fees, and in theory should obtain the same result?

Do people agree?

[springbox]

Re: Money owed by employer

quick bump.
Any and all advice would be appreciated.

Thanks.