Common use of General Release of Claims by Executive Clause in Contracts

General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iv) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (v) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is covered as of the effective date of Executive’s termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (vi) Claims for payment under Section 2(a) or Section 2(b), as applicable, of the Severance Agreement; and (vii) Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.

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Samples: Executive Severance Agreement (Radius Health, Inc.)

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General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had has or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation Claims arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims under any state law or regulation, or local ordinance, including but not limited to the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination; New Jersey Statutory Provision Regarding Retaliation/Discrimination for Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim, N.J. Rev. Stat. §34:15-39.1 et seq.; New Jersey Family Leave Act; New Jersey Security and Financial Empowerment Act; New Jersey Smokers’ Rights Law; New Jersey Equal Pay Act; New Jersey Genetic Privacy Act; New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (Whistleblower Protection), N.J. Stat. Xxx. §34:19-3 et seq.; New Jersey Wage Payment and Work Hour Laws; New Jersey Public Employees’ Occupational Safety and Health Act; New Jersey Fair Credit Reporting Act; the Millville Dallas Airmotive Plant Job Loss Notification (mini-WARN) Act; New Jersey Fair Credit Reporting Act; New Jersey False Claims Act; New Jersey Civil Rights Act; New Jersey mini-COBRA; New Jersey laws regarding Political Activities of Employees, Lie Detector Tests, Jury Duty, Employment Protection, and Discrimination, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iiiii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iviii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (viv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is covered as of the effective date of Executive’s termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (viv) Claims for payment under Section 2(a2(a)(i) or Section 2(b), as applicable, and (ii) of the Executive Severance Agreement (vi) Claims based upon the benefits, covenants and other provisions set forth in the Agreement, or arising from any breach thereof by the Company; and (vii) Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) May 31, 2018 and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] thirty (30) days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.

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Samples: Separation Agreement (Radius Health, Inc.)

General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys' fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s Executive 's employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § U.S.C.§ 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s 's fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; , the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s 's own benefit or attorney’s 's fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iii) Claims for workers' compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s 's compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iv) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (v) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s 's liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is Executives covered as of the effective date of Executive’s 's termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (vi) Claims for payment under Section 2(a) or Section 2(b), as applicable, of the Severance Agreement; and (vii) Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] December 15, 2020 in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] December 15, 2020 (“Separation Date”) and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-twenty one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days' time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s Executive 's legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] 30 days following the date of Executive’s 's termination of employment.

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Samples: General Release of Claims (Radius Health, Inc.)

General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had has or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation Claims arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iiiii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iviii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (viv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is covered as of the effective date of Executive’s termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (viv) Claims for payment under Section 2(a) or Section 2(b2(a)(i), as applicable, (ii) and (iv) of the Severance Agreement; and (viivi) Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) May 15, 2017 and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] thirty (30) days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.

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Samples: Separation Agreement and General Release of Claims (Radius Health, Inc.)

General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had has or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation Claims arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims under any state law or regulation, or local ordinance, including but not limited to the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination; New Jersey Statutory Provision Regarding Retaliation/Discrimination for Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim, N.J. Rev. Stat. §34:15-39.1 et seq.; New Jersey Family Leave Act; New Jersey Security and Financial Empowerment Act; New Jersey Smokers’ Rights Law; New Jersey Equal Pay Act; New Jersey Genetic Privacy Act; New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (Whistleblower Protection), N.J. Stat. Xxx. §34:19-3 et seq.; New Jersey Wage Payment and Work Hour Laws; New Jersey Public Employees’ Occupational Safety and Health Act; New Jersey Fair Credit Reporting Act; the Millville Dallas Airmotive Plant Job Loss Notification (mini-WARN) Act; New Jersey Fair Credit Reporting Act; New Jersey False Claims Act; New Jersey Civil Rights Act; New Jersey mini-COBRA; New Jersey laws regarding Political Activities of Employees, Lie Detector Tests, Jury Duty, Employment Protection, and Discrimination, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iiiii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iviii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (viv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is covered as of the effective date of Executive’s termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (viv) Claims for payment under Section 2(a2(a)(i) or Section 2(b), as applicable, and (ii) of the Executive Severance Agreement (vi) Claims based upon the benefits, covenants and other provisions set forth in the Agreement, or arising from any breach thereof by the Company; and (vii) Any rights with respect to the Executive’s vested rights in the Equity Plan (as defined in the Separation Agreement) and in the Company’s 401(k) defined contribution plan (subject, in each case, to the terms and conditions of such plans and option award agreements, governing the same) and that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) September 19, 2018 and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] 21) days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] thirty (30) days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.

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Samples: Separation Agreement (Radius Health, Inc.)

General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporationscorporations (including, for clarity, Bionomics Limited), affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had has or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof or on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under Australian and U.S. federal, state, or local laws relating to employmentlaws, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, ,claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any Claims which may not be released under applicable law or the followingfollowing claims: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iiiii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iviii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (viv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliatesCompany, as provided for by Delaware law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant Company; (v) Executive’s right to which Executive is covered as bring to the attention of the effective date Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Massachusetts Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of Executive’s termination of employment with discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Company and its subsidiariesEqual Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency; provided, however, that Executive does release his right to secure any damages for alleged discriminatory treatment; (vi) Claims for payment under Section 2(a) or Section 2(b), as applicable, of based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Severance Agreement; and (vii) Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights Company’s executory obligations under the ADEAAgreement;(vii) Claims Executive may have to be vested or earned compensation and benefits, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.and

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Samples: Employment Agreement (Bionomics Limited/Fi)

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General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholdersequityholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had has or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iiiii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iviii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (viv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is covered as of the effective date of Executive’s termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (viv) Claims for payment under Section 2(a3(a) or and Section 2(b3(b), as applicable, of the Severance Agreement; and (viivi) Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) the date indicated above and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)21/45] days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)21/45] days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.

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Samples: Executive Severance Agreement (Philadelphia Energy Solutions Inc.)

General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) a. Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has, had or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) i. Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) . Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iii) . Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iv) . Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (v) v. Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is covered as of the effective date of Executive’s termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (vi) . Claims for payment under Section 2(a) or Section 2(b), as applicable, of the Severance Agreement; and (vii) . Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) b. Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) c. Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) d. Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.

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Samples: Executive Severance Agreement (Radius Health, Inc.)

General Release of Claims by Executive. (a) Executive, on behalf of himself or herself and his or her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, creditors, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his or her employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the "Company Releasees"), from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, "Claims"), which Executive has, had has or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof, including without limitation arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment by or service to the Company or the termination thereof, including without limitation any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, of retaliation or discrimination under federal, state or local law, claims under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq., or the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., claims for wages, bonuses, incentive compensation, commissions, vacation pay or any other compensation or benefits, either under the Massachusetts Wage Act, M.G.L. c. 149, §§148-150C, or otherwise, claims for damages or other remedies of any sort, including, without limitation, compensatory damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief and attorney’s fees, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.C. Section 1981, et seq.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, et seq. (the "ADEA"); the Equal Pay Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seq.; the Family and Medical Leave Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq.; and any similar state or local law. Executive agrees not to accept damages of any nature, other equitable or legal remedies for Executive’s own benefit or attorney’s fees or costs from any of the Company Releasees with respect to any Claim released by this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following: (i) Claims that may arise after Executive signs this Release; (ii) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (iiiii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iviii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (viv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company pursuant to which Executive is covered as of the effective date of Executive’s termination of employment with the Company and its subsidiaries; (v) Claims based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s executory obligations under the Agreement; (vi) Claims for payment under Section 2(a) Executive may have to vested or Section 2(b), as applicable, of the Severance Agreementearned compensation and benefits; and (vii) Any rights that cannot be released as a matter of applicable law, but only to the extent such rights may not be released under such applicable law. (b) Executive acknowledges that this Release was presented to him or her on [Insert Release Presentation Date] in connection with his or her termination of employment on [Insert Separation Date] (“Separation Date”) the date indicated above and that Executive is entitled to have [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days’ time from the Separation Date in which to consider it. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him or her that he or she is waiving his or her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his or her choice before signing this Release, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Release. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Release before [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days have elapsed, Executive does so knowingly, voluntarily, and upon the advice and with the approval of Executive’s legal counsel (if any), and that Executive voluntarily waives any remaining consideration period. (c) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his or her execution of it. Executive understands that this Release will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Release in writing. Executive understands that this Release may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Release must be made in writing and delivered to the Company at its principal place of business within the seven (7) day period. (d) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his or her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (c) above. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any severance benefits under the Severance Agreement unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is [30/60] days following the date of Executive’s termination of employment.

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Samples: Executive Severance Compensation Program (Qep Resources, Inc.)

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