Release of claims clause samples

I acknowledge and agree that by virtue of the foregoing, I have waived any relief available to me (including without limitation, monetary damages, equitable relief and reinstatement) under any of the claims and/or causes of action waived in this Release of Claims. Therefore I agree that I will not accept any award or settlement from any source or proceeding (including but not limited to any proceeding brought by any other person or by any government agency) with respect to any claim or right waived in this Release of Claims.

02/28/2017 (GARDNER DENVER HOLDINGS, INC.)

Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, this Release of Claims will not become effective or enforceable prior to the expiration of the period of seven (7) calendar days following the date of its execution by me (the Revocation Period), during which time I may revoke my acceptance of this Release of Claims by notifying the Company, in writing, delivered to the Company at its principal executive office, marked for the attention of its General Counsel, Andy Schiesl. To be effective, such revocation must be received by the Company on or prior to the seventh (7th) calendar day following the execution of this Release of Claims. Provided that the Release of Claims is executed and I do not revoke it during the Revocation Period, the eighth (8th) day following the date on which this Release of Claims is executed shall be its effective date (the Release Effective Date). I acknowledge and agree that if I revoke this Release of Claims during the Revocation Period, this Release of Claims will be null and void and of no effect, and neither the Company nor any other member of the Company Group will have any obligations to pay me the Consideration.

02/28/2017 (GARDNER DENVER HOLDINGS, INC.)

(a) The Participant acknowledges that the Company has advised the Participant to consult with an attorney of the Participants own choosing prior to executing this Release of Claims. The Participant represents that the Participant has had the opportunity to review this Release of Claims with an attorney of the Participants choosing. The Participant also agrees and acknowledges that the Participant is receiving benefits and payments to which the Participant would not otherwise be entitled unless the Participant signs this Release of Claims, that the Participant has voluntarily consented to this Release of Claims and that the Participant has entered into this Release of Claims freely, knowingly and voluntarily.

08/29/2017 (THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC.)

3. Remedies. In the event the Participant breaches this Release of Claims, the Company and its Affiliates may, in addition to any other remedies they may have, reclaim any amounts paid to him or her in consideration for this Release of Claims. The Participant understands that by entering into this Release of Claims he or she will be limiting the availability of certain remedies that he or she may have against the Company Releasees and limiting also his or her ability to pursue certain claims against the Company Releasees.

08/29/2017 (THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC.)

6. Complete Agreement/Severability. This Release of Claims constitutes the complete and final agreement between the parties and supersedes and replaces all prior or contemporaneous agreements, negotiations, or discussions relating to the subject matter of this Release of Claims. All provisions and portions of this Release of Claims are severable. If any provision or portion of this Release of Claims or the application of any provision or portion of this Release of Claims shall be determined to be invalid or unenforceable to any extent or for any reason, all other provisions and portions of this Release of Claims shall remain in full force and shall continue to be enforceable to the fullest and greatest extent permitted by law.

06/28/2017 (US LBM HOLDINGS, INC.)

including all claims against the Seller or Seller Bank or otherwise arising from Employees employment with the Seller Bank, the termination thereof or any other conduct occurring on or prior to the date the Employee signs this Release of Claims. All such claims are forever barred by this Release of Claims whether they arise in contract or tort or under a statute or any other law.

05/09/2016 (BAR HARBOR BANKSHARES)

Employee understands and agrees that Employee has carefully read and fully understands all of the provisions of this Agreement and knowingly and voluntarily agrees to all of the terms set forth in this Release of Claims. Employee knowingly and voluntarily intends to be legally bound by the same.

05/09/2016 (BAR HARBOR BANKSHARES)

I further acknowledge that, in signing this Release of Claims, I have not relied on any promises or representations, express or implied, that are not set forth expressly in the Release of Claims. I understand that I may revoke this Release of Claims at any time within seven (7)days of the date of my signing by written notice to the Chairman of the Companys Board of Directors and that this Release of Claims will take effect only upon the expiration of such seven-day revocation period and only if I have not timely revoked it.

10/08/2020 (McAfee Corp.)

The Company hereby and forever releases Christopher D. Young (the Employee) from any and all claims arising out of or relating to the Employees employment or other relationship with the Company and the conclusion of that employment or other relationship that the Company may possess against the Employee arising from any omissions, acts, facts, or damages that have occurred up until and including the date of execution of this release of claims. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, this release of claims shall not apply to any claim (a)that arises after the execution of this release of claims or (b)related to any intentional or grossly negligent act or omission of the Employee.

10/08/2020 (McAfee Corp.)

CONSIDERATION AND REVOCATION PERIOD. I acknowledge that I am hereby advised to consult with an attorney before signing this Release of Claims. I further understand that I may consider this Release of Claims for up to twenty-one (21)days before deciding whether to sign it. If I signed this Release of Claims before the expiration of that twenty-one (21)day period, I acknowledge that such decision was entirely voluntary. I understand that if I do not sign and return this Release of Claims to the Bank by the end of that twenty-one (21)day period, the Severance Payment described above will expire. I understand that for a period of seven (7)days after I execute this General Release, I have the right to revoke it by a written notice to be received by the Bank by the end of that period. I also understand that this Release of Claims shall not be effective or enforceable until the expiration of that seven (7)day period. I further represent and agree that I have carefully read and fully understand all of the provisions of this Release of Claims and that I am voluntarily agreeing to those provisions. I acknowledge that I have not been induced to sign this Release of Claims by any representatives of any released party other than the Severance Payment as stated above.

06/24/2016 (WESTFIELD FINANCIAL INC)

CONSIDERATION AND REVOCATION PERIOD. I acknowledge that I am hereby advised to consult with an attorney before signing this Release of Claims. I further understand that I may consider this Release of Claims for up to twenty-one (21)days before deciding whether to sign it. If I signed this Release of Claims before the expiration of that twenty-one (21)day period, I acknowledge that such decision was entirely voluntary. I understand that if I do not sign and return this Release of Claims to the Seller Bank by the end of that twenty-one (21)day period, the CIC Agreement Amount described above will expire. I understand that for a period of seven (7)days after I execute this Release of Claims, I have the right to revoke it by a written notice to be received by the Seller Bank by the end of that period. I also understand that this Release of Claims shall not be effective or enforceable until the expiration of that seven (7)day period. I further represent and agree that I have carefully read and fully understand all of the provisions of this Release of Claims and that I am voluntarily agreeing to those provisions. I acknowledge that I have not been induced to sign this Release of Claims by any representatives of any released party other than the CIC Agreement Amount as stated above.

06/24/2016 (WESTFIELD FINANCIAL INC)

CONSIDERATION AND REVOCATION PERIOD. I acknowledge that I am hereby advised to consult with an attorney before signing this Release of Claims. I further understand that I may consider this Release of Claims for up to twenty-one (21)days before deciding whether to sign it. If I signed this Release of Claims before the expiration of that twenty-one (21)day period, I acknowledge that such decision was entirely voluntary. I understand that if I do not sign and return this Release of Claims to the Seller Bank by the end of that twenty-one (21)day period, the Employment Agreements Amount described above will expire. I understand that for a period of seven (7)days after I execute this Release of Claims, I have the right to revoke it by a written notice to be received by the Seller Bank by the end of that period. I also understand that this Release of Claims shall not be effective or enforceable until the expiration of that seven (7)day period. I further represent and agree that I have carefully read and fully understand all of the provisions of this Release of Claims and that I am voluntarily agreeing to those provisions. I acknowledge that I have not been induced to sign this Release of Claims by any representatives of any released party other than the Employment Agreements Amount as stated above.

06/24/2016 (WESTFIELD FINANCIAL INC)

Mr.Fluxman will receive certain severance benefits in the event OneSpaWorld terminates his employment without cause or Mr.Fluxman resigns for good reason (as such terms are defined in the agreement), subject to his compliance with the restrictive covenants set forth below and his timely execution and non-revocation of a general release of claims. For more information, see Potential Payments Upon Termination or Change in Control below.

01/22/2019 (ONESPAWORLD HOLDINGS Ltd)

For the avoidance of doubt, nothing contained herein shall serve to waive any: (a)claims or rights that, pursuant to law, that cannot be legally waived or subject to a release of this kind, such as claims for unemployment or workers compensation benefits; (b)rights to vested benefits under any applicable retirement plans as of my last day of employment with the Company; and/or (c)claims arising under or to enforce the terms of this Release of Claims. Moreover, nothing herein shall be construed to prohibit me from filing a charge with, or participating in any investigation or proceeding conducted by, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or a comparable administrative, state or local agency (EEOC); provided, however, that I agree and covenant, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, to waive my right to recover monetary damages or other personal recovery in any such EEOC and/or administrative charge, complaint, or lawsuit filed by me or by any other person, organization, or other entity on my behalf with respect to the claims lawfully released by this Release of Claims.

01/22/2019 (ONESPAWORLD HOLDINGS Ltd)

11. If I elect to revoke this Release of Claims within this seven-day period, I must inform the Company by delivering a written notice of revocation to OneSpaWorld Holdings Limited, Attn: General Counsel, c/o Haymaker Acquisition Corp., 650 Fifth Ave., Floor 10, New York, NY 10019, no later than 11:59 p.m. on the seventh calendar day after I sign this Release of Claims. I understand that, if I elect to exercise this revocation right, this Release of Claims shall be voided in its entirety at the election of the Company and the Company shall be relieved of all obligations to provide the severance payments and benefits which are contingent on the execution of this Release of Claims. I may, if I wish, elect to sign this Release of Claims prior to the expiration of the twenty one- (21)-day consideration period, and I agree that if I elect to do so, my election is made freely and voluntarily and after having an opportunity to consult counsel.

01/22/2019 (ONESPAWORLD HOLDINGS Ltd)

This Release of Claims is given in consideration of the severance benefits to be provided to me (or, in the event of my death during my employment, to my designated beneficiary) in connection with the termination of my employment under Section5 of the Employment Agreement (the Separation Payments), which are conditioned on my signing this Release of Claims and to which I am not otherwise entitled, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged. On my own behalf and that of my heirs, executors, administrators, beneficiaries, representatives and assigns, and all others connected with or claiming through me, I hereby release and forever discharge the Company from any and all causes of action, rights or claims of any type or description, known or unknown, which I have had in the past, now have or might have, through the date of my signing of this Release of Claims. This includes, without limitation, any and all causes of action, rights or claims in any way resulting from, arising out of or connected with my employment by the Company or the termination of that employment or pursuant to any federal, state or local law, regulation or other requirement, including without limitation Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the fair employment practices statutes of the state or states in which I have provided services to the Company or any other federal, state, local or foreign law, all as amended, any contracts of employment, any tort claims, or any agreements, plans or policies.

05/09/2017 (Party City Holdco Inc.)

I further agree, promise, and covenant that, to the maximum extent permitted by law, neither I, nor any person, organization, or other entity acting on my behalf has filed or will file, charge, claim, sue, or cause or permit to be filed, charged, or claimed, any action for damages or other relief (including injunctive, declaratory, monetary, or other relief against any of the Releasees involving any matter occurring in the past, or involving or based upon any claims, demands, causes of action, obligations, damages, or liabilities, in each case which are subject to this release of claims. All Releasees shall be deemed to be third party beneficiaries of this Agreement to the same extent as if they were signatories hereto.

03/18/2021 (agilon health, inc.)

03/12/2020 (Party City Holdco Inc.)

03/14/2018 (Party City Holdco Inc.)

I understand that I must sign this Release of Claims, if at all, within [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days of the date hereof, and in no event prior to the date that my employment with the Company terminates. I acknowledge that this Release of Claims creates legally binding obligations, and that the Company has advised me to consult an attorney before signing it. In signing this Release of Claims, I give the Company assurance that I have signed it voluntarily and with a full understanding of its terms; that I have had sufficient opportunity of not less than [twenty-one (21)/forty-five (45)] days before signing this Release of Claims to consider its terms and to consult with an attorney, if I wished to do so, or to consult with any of the other persons described in the third sentence of the second paragraph hereof; and that I have not relied on any promises or representations, express or implied, that are not set forth expressly in this Release of Claims. [I understand that I will have seven (7) days after signing this Release of Claims to revoke my signature, and that, if I intend to revoke my signature, I must do so in writing addressed and delivered to the [Contact Name and Title] prior to the end of the seven (7)-day revocation period.]3 I understand that this Release of Claims will become effective [at the time that I sign it/upon the eighth (8th) day following the date that I sign it, provided that I do not revoke my acceptance in accordance with the immediately preceding sentence]. This Release constitutes the entire agreement between me and the Company or any of its Affiliates and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous communications, agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, with respect to my employment, its termination and all related matters, excluding only the Continuing Obligations, which shall remain in full force and effect in accordance with their terms.

11/08/2016 (pSivida Corp.)

9. General Release of Claims.In exchange for the Severance Benefits provided to you under this Agreement, to which you would not otherwise be entitled, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, you agree to sign and not revoke the general release of claims attached hereto as Exhibit C (the Release) by the time period specified therein.You further acknowledge and agree that a signed and unrevoked Release is an express condition to your receipt and retention of the Severance Benefits.

11/08/2016 (pSivida Corp.)

In signing this Release of Claims, I acknowledge my understanding that I may not sign it prior to the termination of my employment, but that I may consider the terms of this Release of Claims for up to twenty-one (21) days (or such longer period as the Company may specify) from the later of the date my employment with the Company terminates or the date I receive this Release of Claims. I also acknowledge that I am advised by the Company and its affiliates to seek the advice of an attorney prior to signing this Release of Claims; that I have had sufficient time to consider this Release of Claims and to consult with an attorney, if I wished to do so, or to consult with any other person of my choosing before signing; and that I am signing this Release of Claims voluntarily and with a full understanding of its terms.

11/08/2016 (pSivida Corp.)

I acknowledge that this Release of Claims creates legally binding obligations, and that the Company has advised me to consult an attorney before signing it. I further acknowledge that I may not sign this Release of Claims prior to the Separation Date (as such term is defined in the Agreement). In signing this Release of Claims, I give the Company assurance that I have signed it voluntarily and with a full understanding of its terms; that I have had sufficient opportunity of not less than twenty-one (21) days before signing this Release of Claims to consider its terms and to consult with an attorney, if I wished to do so, or to consult with any person to whom reference is made in Section 6(b) of the Agreement; and that I have not relied on any promises or representations, express or implied, that are not set forth expressly in this Release of Claims. I understand that I will have seven (7) days after signing this Release of Claims to revoke my signature, and that, if I intend to revoke my signature, I must do so in writing addressed and delivered to the Compensation Committee prior to the end of the seven (7)-day revocation period. I understand that this Release of Claims will become effective upon the eighth (8th) day following the date that I sign it, provided that I do not revoke my acceptance in accordance with the immediately preceding sentence.

02/23/2018 (MICROVISION, INC.)