Sample Settlement Agreement And Release Page 11

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10. Initials ______
Mutual Non-Disparagement. (OPTIONAL, PLEASE
INITIAL AND CHECK THE BOX IF THIS PARAGRAPH IS TO BE INCLUDED IN THE
RELEASE). The parties agree that neither will engage in any conduct or communications
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designed to disparage the other.
11.
Consultation with Attorney. The parties hereby acknowledge that they have a
right to consult an attorney and that they have specifically consulted their attorneys with respect
to the terms and conditions of this Agreement or by signing this Agreement hereby waive their
right to do so. The parties further acknowledge that they fully understand this Agreement and
the effect of signing and executing the Agreement.
12.
Choice of Law. The parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by and
construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri.
13.
Neutral Letter of Reference and Neutral Reference Checks. All reference checks
(both written and oral) will be answered in a neutral manner, and all letters of reference will be
written in a neutral manner, and such reference letters and responses to reference checks will
supply information concerning Claimant’s name, dates of employment, job title, job duties and
salary (if such information is requested). It is agreed that all requests for references will be
submitted to _______________________________________ or his/her successor.
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Note: some parties may consider a liquidated damage provision as part of the settlement. Suggested language has not
been included in this model settlement as there is no general agreement as to the need for such a provision or its scope.
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Initials __________ Initials ___________________________________

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