Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for the Termination Benefits set forth in Section 3 above, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself and his 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, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 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, 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 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, 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.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. (a) In exchange for the Termination Benefits set forth in Section 3 aboveof the Transition Agreement, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself and his executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective its parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his employment with or service to the Company or any affiliate (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 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, 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 any affiliate or the termination thereof, including 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, 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.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. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims: (i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law; (ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; (iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; (iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company, as provided for by applicable law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company; (v) Claims for Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal 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 based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s obligations under this Release or the Transition Agreement; and (viii) Executive’s right to communicate or cooperate with any government agency.
(b) Executive acknowledges that Executive is entitled to have twenty-one (21) days’ time in which to consider this Release after the delivery of such Release to him. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him that he is waiving his rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his 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) 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 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 this 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 Gxxx Xxxxxxx, the General Counsel of the Company, 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 execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (d) above.
(e) Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any Termination Benefits unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is thirty (30) days following the Transition Date.
(f) Executive represents and warrants to the Company Releasees that there has been no assignment or other transfer of any interest in any Claim that Executive may have against the Company Releasees. Executive agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company Releasees from any liability, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred as a result of any such assignment or transfer from Executive.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for the Termination Separation Benefits set forth in Section 3 abovepayable to Executive pursuant to the Transition Agreement, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself herself and his 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, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans (including plan sponsors, plan fiduciaries, and insurers) in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 unsuspected, direct or derivative (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive 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, 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, Executive’s ownership of Parent securities or otherwise, including any and all claims arising under 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, 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.U.S.C. § 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.; the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq.; the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, as amended, Cal. Gov. Code § 12940 et seq.; the California Equal Pay Law, as amended, Cal. Lab. Code §§ 1197.5(a),1199.5; the Xxxxx-Xxxxx-Xxxxxxx Family Rights Act of 1991, as amended, Cal. Gov’t Code §§12945.2, 19702.3; the California WARN Act, Cal. Lab. Code § 1400 et seq.; the California False Claims Act, Cal. Gov’t Code § 12650 et seq.; or under the California Labor Code, or any other local ordinance or federal or state statute, regulation or constitution, whether known or unknown arising from any action or inaction whatsoever prior to the date of execution of this Release. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims (the “Retained Claims”):
(i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company or its affiliates and/or pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA or the comparable California law known as Cal-COBRA;
(iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by applicable law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee and officer of the Company or its affiliates;
(v) Claims for Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency; provided, however, that Executive does release her right to secure any damages for alleged discriminatory treatment;
(vi) Claims based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s or its affiliates’ executory obligations under the Transition Agreement or any agreement referenced therein;
(vii) Claims Executive may have to vested or earned compensation and benefits; and
(viii) Executive’s right to communicate or cooperate with any government agency.
b. EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT EXECUTIVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF AND IS FAMILIAR WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542, WHICH PROVIDES AS FOLLOWS: BEING AWARE OF SAID CODE SECTION, EXECUTIVE HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHTS EXECUTIVE MAY HAVE THEREUNDER, AS WELL AS UNDER ANY OTHER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW PRINCIPLES OF SIMILAR EFFECT.
c. Executive acknowledges that Executive will have twenty-one (21) days’ time from the date the Company delivered to Executive a copy of this Release in which to consider this Release (the “Review Period”). Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised Executive that she is waiving her rights under the ADEA, and that Executive has the right to and should consult with an attorney of 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 prior to the expiration of the Review Period, 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. Executive acknowledges and agrees that any material or immaterial changes to the Release shall not extend the foregoing Review Period or the deadline for the occurrence of the Effective Date.
d. Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after 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 Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Chief Legal Officer of the Company, within the seven (7) day period.
e. Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after her execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (d) above.
f. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any Separation Benefits unless Executive executes this Release on or prior to the last day of the Review Period and thereafter allows the revocation period specified in clause (d) above to lapse without revocation by Executive. In the event Executive does not execute this Release on or prior to the last day of the Review Period, or revokes this Release thereafter as provided in clause (d) above, this Release shall not be effective and the Company shall have no obligations to Executive hereunder.
g. Executive represents and warrants to the Company Releasees that there has been no assignment or other transfer of any interest in any Claim that Executive may have against the Company Releasees. Executive agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company Releasees from any liability, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred as a result of any such assignment or transfer from Executive.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for the Termination Separation Benefits set forth in Section 3 4 above, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself herself and his 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, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans (including plan sponsors, plan fiduciaries, and insurers) in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 unsuspected, direct or derivative (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive 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, 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, Executive’s ownership of Parent securities or otherwise, including any and all claims arising under 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, 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.U.S.C. § 1981, et seq.; 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.; the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq.; the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, as amended, Cal. Gov. Code § 12940 et seq.; the California Equal Pay Law, as amended, Cal. Lab. Code §§ 1197.5(a),1199.5; the Xxxxx-Xxxxx-Xxxxxxx Family Rights Act of 1991, as amended, Cal. Gov’t Code §§12945.2, 19702.3; the California WARN Act, Cal. Lab. Code § 1400 et seq.; the California False Claims Act, Cal. Gov’t Code § 12650 et seq.; or under the California Labor Code, or any other local ordinance or federal or state statute, regulation or constitution, whether known or unknown arising from any action or inaction whatsoever prior to the date of execution of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims (the “Retained Claims”):
(i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company or its affiliates and/or pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA or the comparable California law known as Cal-COBRA;
(iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by applicable law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee and officer of the Company or its affiliates;
(v) Claims for Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency; provided, however, that Executive does release her right to secure any damages for alleged discriminatory treatment;
(vi) Claims based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s or its affiliates’ executory obligations under this Agreement or any agreement referenced herein;
(vii) Claims Executive may have to vested or earned compensation and benefits; and
(viii) Executive’s right to communicate or cooperate with any government agency.
b. EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT EXECUTIVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF AND IS FAMILIAR WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542, WHICH PROVIDES AS FOLLOWS: BEING AWARE OF SAID CODE SECTION, EXECUTIVE HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHTS EXECUTIVE MAY HAVE THEREUNDER, AS WELL AS UNDER ANY OTHER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW PRINCIPLES OF SIMILAR EFFECT.
c. Executive represents and warrants to the Company Releasees that there has been no assignment or other transfer of any interest in any Claim that Executive may have against the Company Releasees. Executive agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company Releasees from any liability, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred as a result of any such assignment or transfer from Executive.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. (a) In exchange for the Termination Benefits set forth in severance benefits payable to Executive pursuant to Section 3 above6(c) of the Transition Agreement, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself and his 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, stockholdersshareholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 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, 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 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, 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.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 the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Government Code Section 12940, et seq. Executive represents and warrants that he is the sole owner of all Claims relating to his employment or service with the Company and/or with any predecessor of the Company and that he has not assigned or transferred any Claims relating to his employment or service to any other person or entity. Executive understands and agrees that the Agreement will not be construed at any time as an admission of liability or wrongdoing by either the Company or Executive. | Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any Claims which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims:
(i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company;
(iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA;
(iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company, as provided for by Delaware law or the Indemnification Agreement, or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee or officer of the Company;
(v) Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal 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 based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s executory obligations under the Transition Agreement;
(vii) Claims Executive may have to vested or earned compensation and benefits; and
(viii) Executive’s right to communicate or cooperate with any government agency.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. 5. In exchange for the Termination Benefits set forth in Section 3 above, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself and his 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 aid present investors, directors, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising ari si ng or occurring occurri ng on or prior to the date hereof or on or prior to the date hereof, 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 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, and claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims dams under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et seqd seg.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 42U.S.C. §12101 et seqseg.; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seqd seg.; the Civil Rights Act Ad of 1866, and the Civil Rights Act Ad of 1991; 42 U.S.U.S.C. Sedion 1981, et seg.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Ad, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 621, d seg. (the “ADEA”); the Equal Pay Ad, as amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 206(d); regulations of the Office of Federal Contrad Compliance, 41 C.F.R. Section 60, et seg.; the Family and Medical Leave Ad, as amended, 29 U.S.C. §2601 et seq.; the Fair Labor Standards Ad of 1938, as amended, 29U.S.C. §201 d seg.; and the Employee Retirement Income Security Ad, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 1001 d seg. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims: (i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state Iaw; (i i) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company; 4. Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA; 5. Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company, as provided for by applicable law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company (and Executive will be provided with indemnification against third party claims related to his work for the Company to the extent permitted by Delaware law); 6. Claims for Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal 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; 7. Claims based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s executory obligations under this Agreement; 8. Claims Executive may have to vested or earned compensation and benefits; and 9. Executive’s right to communicate or cooperate with any government agency. 6. EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF AND IS FAMILIAR WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542, WHICH PROVIDES AS FOLLOWS: “A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS THAT THE CREDITOR OR RELEASING PARTY DOESNOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO EXIST IN HISOR HER FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE RELEASE, AND THAT, IF KNOWN BY HIM OR HER, WOULD HAVE MATERIALLY, AFFECTED HISOR HER SETTLEMENT WITH THE DEBTOR OR RELEASED PARTY.” BEING AWARE OF SAID CODE SECTION, EXECUTIVE HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHTS HE MAY HAVE THEREUNDER, AS WELL AS UNDER ANY OTHER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW PRINCIPLES OF SIMILAR EFFECT. 7. Executive acknowledges that he was provided with this Agreement on April 9, 2020. Executive acknowledges that Executive is has been provided more than twenty-one (21) days’ time in which to consider this Agreement after the Company’s delivery of such Agreement 4
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for the Termination Severance Benefits set forth in Section 3 2 above, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself Executive agrees unconditionally and his executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees forever to release and forever discharge the Company Company, including, without limitation, the Company’s current and former officers, directors, shareholders, employees, representatives, attorneys and agents, as well as all of their predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporationsparents, subsidiaries, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, successors in interest and all of their past and present investors, directors, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his employment with or service to the Company assigns (collectively, the “Company Releasees”), ) from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rightsactions, causes of action, equitable reliefdemands, damagesrights, costsor damages of any kind or nature which Executive may now have, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs)or ever have, whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted including any claims, causes of action or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has or may have had against such entities based on demands of any events or circumstances nature arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof or on or prior to the date hereof, arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, of or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever relating to Executive’s employment by with, or service to termination from the Company on or before the termination thereofdate Executive signs this Agreement. This release specifically includes, including but is not limited to, any claims for fraud; breach of contract; breach of implied covenant of good faith and all claims arising under fair dealing; inducement of breach; interference with contract; wrongful or unlawful discharge or demotion; violation of public policy; assault and battery; invasion of privacy; intentional or negligent infliction of emotional distress; intentional or negligent misrepresentation; conspiracy; failure to pay wages, benefits, vacation pay, severance pay, attorneys’ fees, or other compensation of any sort; wrongful termination; retaliation; wrongful demotion; discrimination or harassment on any basis protected by federal, state, state or local laws relating law including, but not limited to employmentrace, including without limitation claims of wrongful dischargecolor, breach of express or implied contractsex, fraudgender identity, misrepresentationnational origin, defamationancestry, or liability in tortreligion, disability, handicap, medical condition, marital status, and claims of sexual orientation; any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency including, without limitation, claims claim 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 amendedor Section 1981 of Title 42 of the United States Code; violation of any safety and health laws, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.statutes or regulations; or any other wrongful conduct, based upon events occurring prior to the Rehabilitation Act date of 1973execution of this Agreement. The parties intend this release by Executive to be a full and comprehensive general release waiving and releasing all claims, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.; the Civil Rights Act of 1866demands, and causes of action, known or unknown, to the Civil Rights Act of 1991; 42 U.S.fullest extent permitted by law. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to nor shall it be interpreted to release any claim which, by law, may not be released.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for the Termination Separation Benefits set forth in Section 3 above, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself and his 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, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 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, 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 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, 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.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. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims (the “Retained Claims”):
(i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company or its affiliates;
(iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA;
(iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company or its affiliates, as provided for by applicable law or under any applicable insurance policy and the indemnification agreement between Executive and Parent (the “Indemnification Agreement”), which is attached hereto as Exhibit B, with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company or its affiliates (and Executive will be provided with indemnification against third party claims related to his work for the Company or its affiliates to the extent permitted by applicable law);
(v) Claims for Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal 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 based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s or its affiliates’ executory obligations under this Agreement or any agreement referenced herein;
(vii) Claims Executive may have to vested or earned compensation and benefits;
(viii) Claims Executive may hold as a shareholder; and
(ix) Executive’s right to communicate or cooperate with any government agency.
b. EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF AND IS FAMILIAR WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542, WHICH PROVIDES AS FOLLOWS: BEING AWARE OF SAID CODE SECTION, EXECUTIVE HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHTS HE MAY HAVE THEREUNDER, AS WELL AS UNDER ANY OTHER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW PRINCIPLES OF SIMILAR EFFECT.
c. Executive acknowledges that he was provided with this Agreement on May 10, 2022. Executive acknowledges that Executive has been provided more than twenty-one (21) days’ time in which to consider this Agreement after the Company’s delivery of such Agreement to him. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him that he is waiving his rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his choice before signing this Agreement, and Executive has had sufficient time to consider the terms of this Agreement. Executive represents and acknowledges that if Executive executes this Agreement before twenty-one (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. Executive acknowledges and agrees that any material or immaterial changes to the Agreement shall not extend the foregoing review period or the deadline for the occurrence of the Effective Date.
d. Executive understands that after executing this Agreement, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his execution of it. Executive understands that this Agreement will not become effective and enforceable unless the seven (7) day revocation period passes and Executive does not revoke the Agreement in writing. Executive understands that this Agreement may not be revoked after the seven (7) day revocation period has passed. Executive also understands that any revocation of this Agreement must be made in writing and delivered to Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Senior Director, Human Resources of the Company, within the seven (7) day period.
e. Executive understands that this Agreement shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (d) above.
f. Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any Separation Benefits unless the Effective Date occurs on or before the date that is fifty-five (55) days following the Separation Date.
g. Executive represents and warrants to the Company Releasees that there has been no assignment or other transfer of any interest in any Claim that Executive may have against the Company Releasees. Executive agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company Releasees from any liability, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred as a result of any such assignment or transfer from Executive.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. (a) In exchange for the Termination Benefits set forth in Section 3 aboveof the Transition Agreement, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself and his executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company Company, and all predecessors, successors and their respective its parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his employment with or service to the Company or any affiliate (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 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, 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 any affiliate or the termination thereof, including 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, 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.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 the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Government Code Section 12940, et seq. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims:
(i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company;
(iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA;
(iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company, as provided for by California law (including California Labor Code Section 2802) or Delaware law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company;
(v) Claims for Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal 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 based on any right Executive may have to enforce the Company’s executory obligations under this Release or the Transition Agreement; and
(vii) Executive’s right to communicate or cooperate with any government agency.
(b) EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF AND IS FAMILIAR WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542, WHICH PROVIDES AS FOLLOWS: BEING AWARE OF SAID CODE SECTION, EXECUTIVE HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHTS HE MAY HAVE THEREUNDER, AS WELL AS UNDER ANY OTHER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW PRINCIPLES OF SIMILAR EFFECT.
(c) Executive acknowledges that Executive is entitled to have twenty-one (21) days’ time in which to consider this Release after the delivery of such Release to him. Executive further acknowledges that the Company has advised him that he is waiving his rights under the ADEA, and that Executive should consult with an attorney of his 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) 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.
(d) Executive understands that after executing this Release, Executive has the right to revoke it within seven (7) days after his 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 this 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 Chief Executive Officer of the Company within the seven (7) day period.
(e) Executive understands that this Release shall become effective, irrevocable, and binding upon Executive on the eighth (8th) day after his execution of it, so long as Executive has not revoked it within the time period and in the manner specified in clause (d) above.
(f) Executive further understands that Executive will not be given any Termination Benefits unless this Release is effective on or before the date that is fifty-five (55) days following the Transition Date.
(g) Executive represents and warrants to the Company Releasees that there has been no assignment or other transfer of any interest in any Claim that Executive may have against the Company Releasees. Executive agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company Releasees from any liability, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred as a result of any such assignment or transfer from Executive.
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Samples: Employment Transition Agreement (Oncternal Therapeutics, Inc.)
Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. (a) In exchange for the Termination Severance Benefits set forth in Section 3 above2(b) of the Transition Agreement, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, the Executive, on behalf of himself and his executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective its parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which the Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his her employment with or service to the Company or any affiliate (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, compensationany and all compensation of any type whatsoever, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costscosts and further including but not limited to any claim for any bonus now or in the future including any bonus for any completed or in-process fiscal year of the Company), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive 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, 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 any affiliate or the termination thereof, including 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, 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.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 the California Constitution, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Government Code Section 12940, et seq., the California Labor Code, California unfair competition laws (including but not limited to California Business and Professions Code section 17200 et seq.), the California Family Rights Act, and as such laws have been or may be amended. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, the Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims:
(i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company;
(iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA;
(iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company, as provided for by California law (including California Labor Code Section 2802) or Delaware law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to the Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company and the Indemnification Agreement;
(v) Claims for the Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency; provided, however, that the Executive does release his right to secure any damages for alleged discriminatory treatment;
(vi) Claims based on any right the Executive may have to enforce the Company’s executory obligations under this Release or the Transition Agreement; and
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Samples: Severance Agreement (Viasat Inc)
Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. (a) In exchange for the Termination Severance Benefits set forth in Section 3 above2(b) of the Transition Agreement, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, the Executive, on behalf of himself herself and his her executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective its parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans in which the Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his her employment with or service to the Company or any affiliate (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, compensationany and all compensation of any type whatsoever, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costscosts and further including but not limited to any claim for any bonus now or in the future including any bonus for any completed or in-process fiscal year of the Company), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive 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, 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 any affiliate or the termination thereof, including 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, 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.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 the California Constitution, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Government Code Section 12940, et seq., the California Labor Code, California unfair competition laws (including but not limited to California Business and Professions Code section 17200 et seq.), the California Family Rights Act, and as such laws have been or may be amended. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, the Executive does not release any claim which, by law, may not be released, including the following claims:
(i) Claims for unemployment compensation or any state disability insurance benefits pursuant to the terms of applicable state law;
(ii) Claims for workers’ compensation insurance benefits under the terms of any worker’s compensation insurance policy or fund of the Company;
(iii) Claims pursuant to the terms and conditions of the federal law known as COBRA;
(iv) Claims for indemnity under the bylaws of the Company, as provided for by California law (including California Labor Code Section 2802) or Delaware law or under any applicable insurance policy with respect to the Executive’s liability as an employee, director or officer of the Company and the Indemnification Agreement;
(v) Claims for the Executive’s right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing or any other federal, state or local government agency claims of discrimination, or from participating in an investigation or proceeding conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any other federal, state or local government agency; provided, however, that the Executive does release her right to secure any damages for alleged discriminatory treatment;
(vi) Claims based on any right the Executive may have to enforce the Company’s executory obligations under this Release or the Transition Agreement; and
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Samples: Severance Agreement (Viasat Inc)
Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for (a) It is understood and agreed by the Termination Benefits set forth in Section 3 aboveparties to this Definitive Agreement that, and in consideration of the further agreements mutual promises and promises set forth hereincovenants contained in this Definitive Agreement, Executiveand after consultation with counsel, on behalf of Executive for himself and each of his executorsrespective heirs, representatives, agents, successors and assigns, irrevocably and unconditionally releases and forever discharges the Company, and its respective current and former officers, directors, shareholders, employees, representatives, heirs, administratorsattorneys and agents, representatives as well as its respective predecessors, parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates divisions, successors 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, current and all of their past and present investorsformer officers, directors, stockholders, officers, general or limited partnersshareholders, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, attorneys and the employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his employment with or service to the Company (collectively, the “Company Releasees”)agents, from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable reliefclaims, actions, rights, judgments, obligations, damages, costsdemands, chargesaccountings or liabilities of whatever kind or character, complaintswhich Executive may have against them, obligationsor any of them, promisesby reason of or arising out of, agreementstouching upon or concerning Executive's employment with the Company and the separation of his employment, controversiesor any and all other matters of whatever kind, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs)nature or description, whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectivelyunsuspected. Executive acknowledges that this release of claims specifically includes, “Claims”), which Executive 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, arising directly or indirectly out of, relating but is not limited 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 any and all claims arising under federalfor fraud; breach of contract; breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing; inducement of breach; EXECUTION COPY interference with contractual rights; wrongful or unlawful discharge or demotion; violation of public policy; invasion of privacy; intentional or negligent infliction of emotional distress; intentional or negligent misrepresentation; conspiracy; failure to pay wages, statebenefits, vacation pay, severance pay, attorneys' fees, 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, and claims other compensation of any kind that may be brought in any court sort; defamation; unlawful effort to prevent employment; discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, handicap, medical condition or administrative agency includingmarital status, whether such claim would arise under, without limitation, claims under the laws of a state; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 19641964 (Title VII, as amended), 42 U.S.C. Section 2000ss.2000, et seqET SEQ.; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act ("ADEA"), 29 U.S.C. ss.621, ET SEQ.; the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act ("OWBPA"), 29 U.S.C. ss.626(f); the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 ("COBRA"); the Americans with Disabilities ActAct ("ADA"); the Occupational Safety and Health Act ("OSHA") or any other health and/or safety laws, statutes or regulations; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 ("ERISA"); or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
(b) Notwithstanding the provisions of this Section 5.1, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.; nothing in this Definitive Agreement shall be construed to constitute any release or waiver by Executive of his rights or claims against the Rehabilitation Act Company arising out of 1973or referred to in this Definitive Agreement or the enforcement hereof or which arise after the date of this Definitive Agreement. In addition, as amendedof the Effective Date, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seqthe Executive shall release the Company of all of its obligations under the Employment Agreement.; the Civil Rights Act
(c) Executive represents and warrants that he has not assigned or subrogated any of 1866his rights, claims and causes of action, including any claims referenced in this Definitive Agreement, or authorized any other person or entity to assert such claim or claims on his behalf, and he agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Civil Rights Act Company against any assignment of 1991; 42 U.S.said rights, claims and/or causes of action.
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for the Termination Separation Benefits set forth in Section 3 aboveabove and the benefits to be provided under the Consulting Agreement, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself herself and his 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, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans (including plan sponsors, plan fiduciaries, and insurers) in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 unsuspected, direct or derivative (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive 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, 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, Executive’s ownership of Parent securities or otherwise, including any and all claims arising under 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, 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.U.S.C. § 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
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Release of Known and Unknown Claims By Executive. a. In exchange for the Termination Benefits set forth in Section 3 above, and in consideration of the further agreements and promises set forth herein, Executive, on behalf of himself and his 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, stockholders, officers, general or limited partners, employees, attorneys, agents and representatives, and the employee benefit plans (including plan sponsors, plan fiduciaries, and insurers) in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his 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 unsuspected, direct or derivative (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive 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, 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, Executive’s ownership of Parent securities or otherwise, including any and all claims arising under 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, 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.kind
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Samples: Transition and Release Agreement (Zentalis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.)