Common use of Protected Communications Clause in Contracts

Protected Communications. Nothing in this Agreement (particularly nothing in Paragraphs 10(b) and (f) regarding non-disclosure and non-disparagement) is intended or to be construed to prohibit or interfere with any and all rights Executive may have to report a violation of state or federal law to appropriate federal or state law enforcement officials, or to cooperate with a duly authorized government investigation. In addition, nothing herein prohibits Executive from engaging in a disclosure of information that is required by law (such as by court order or subpoena). Provided, however, that if Executive believes that the disclosure of Confidential Information is required by a subpoena, court order, or similar legal mandate, then Executive will provide the Company reasonable notice and opportunity to protect any legitimate business interests it may have in maintaining Confidential Information as confidential (through protective order or other means) before engaging in such a disclosure.