HR Deed of Release Form

HR DEED OF RELEASE

This Deed of Release (the "Deed") is entered into between: Employer: and Employee: . The parties agree as follows.

Personal Information

Position and Employment Details

Recitals

WHEREAS, Employee has been employed by Employer and the parties desire to settle fully and finally all claims, disputes, and causes of action that Employee may have arising from the employment relationship or its termination; and

WHEREAS, Employer agrees to provide the consideration described below, and Employee agrees to accept such consideration in full satisfaction of all rights and claims as set forth in this Deed.

Consideration

In exchange for the promises and releases in this Deed, Employer will provide to Employee the following consideration, which Employee acknowledges is in addition to amounts otherwise owed:

The parties agree that Employee is responsible for all applicable taxes on the amounts paid hereunder and that Employer will withhold required payroll taxes unless otherwise specified in writing.

Release and Covenant Not to Sue

Subject to the exceptions stated below, Employee, for good and valuable consideration, hereby forever releases and discharges Employer, its past, present and future parent and subsidiary entities, affiliates, divisions, predecessors, successors, assigns, and each of their respective officers, directors, shareholders, agents, employees and representatives (collectively, "Released Parties") from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, actions, causes of action, and suits, whether known or unknown, that Employee has, had, or may have against the Released Parties arising out of or relating to Employee's employment or separation thereof through the Effective Date of this Deed.

Employee covenants and agrees not to institute, prosecute, or consent to the institution or prosecution of any lawsuit, claim or administrative charge against any Released Party with respect to any matter released herein, except as provided in the Exceptions section below.

Exceptions to Release

Notwithstanding the foregoing, this Deed does not release claims that cannot be waived as a matter of law, including but not limited to: (a) rights to vested benefits under retirement plans to the extent nonassignable; (b) accrued but unpaid wages earned prior to the Separation Date; (c) rights to unemployment insurance; (d) workers' compensation claims for injuries sustained in the course of employment; and (e) any rights that cannot be released by private agreement under applicable law.

Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement

Employee agrees to keep the terms, amount, and existence of this Deed confidential and not to disclose them to any third party except to Employee's spouse, tax or legal advisors, or as required by law. Employee further agrees not to make any disparaging statements about Employer or its personnel; provided, however, Employee may respond truthfully to questions from prospective employers or governmental agencies.

Return of Property and Cooperation

Employee represents that all Employer property in Employee's possession has been returned or will be returned no later than the Payment Date. Employee agrees to cooperate reasonably with Employer after the Separation Date in connection with any matters relating to Employee's employment, provided such cooperation does not unreasonably interfere with Employee's subsequent employment.

Representations and Independent Advice

Employee acknowledges that Employee has been advised to consult with an attorney of Employee's choice prior to executing this Deed, that Employee has had a reasonable period to consider this Deed, and that Employee signs this Deed voluntarily and without coercion. Employee represents that Employee is not currently a party to any action or claim against Employer other than those disclosed in writing to Employer prior to execution of this Deed:

Representations Regarding Authority

Employer represents that the individual signing on Employer's behalf has full authority to enter into this Deed and to bind Employer. Employee represents that Employee has the full right, power and authority to enter into this Deed and to grant the releases contained herein.

Governing Law, Severability and Entire Agreement

This Deed shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Employer's principal place of business is located. If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. This Deed constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral.

Acknowledgment and Employee Certifications

I certify that I have read this Deed, that I understand its terms, and that I knowingly and voluntarily accept the terms and conditions contained herein. I certify that all information provided in connection with this Deed is true and complete.

Authorization to Contact and Background Check

Employee authorizes Employer and its authorized agents to contact Employee's former employers and references and to obtain consumer and investigative background information to the extent necessary to confirm any representations made in connection with Employee's employment or separation. Employee understands that such background checks may include verification of employment, education, criminal history, and other relevant records.

I authorize Employer to obtain background information and contact prior employers and references as described above.

Employment History

Education

References

Legal Disclosures

At-Will Employment: Except as otherwise set forth in a separate written agreement signed by an authorized representative of Employer, employment remains at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

Equal Opportunity: Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Miscellaneous Provisions

Cooperation in Defense of Claims: If a third party asserts a claim against Employer arising from events occurring after the Separation Date, Employee agrees to cooperate with Employer in defending such claim to the extent Employee has knowledge relevant to the claim.

Modification: Any modification to this Deed must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Additional Employee Representations

Employee further acknowledges receipt of any final paycheck, including payment for accrued but unused vacation or paid time off to the extent required by Employer policy or applicable law:

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