HR Release and Waiver Agreement

HR RELEASE AND WAIVER AGREEMENT

This HR Release and Waiver Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into between Employee Name: and Employer Name: , with an effective date of .

1. Recitals

WHEREAS, Employee is or was employed by Employer; and WHEREAS, the parties desire to resolve fully and finally any and all claims, demands, causes of action, and obligations that Employee may have against Employer, whether known or unknown, arising out of Employee's employment or separation from employment.

2. Personal and Position Information

Employee Start Date:    Final Work Date:    Severance Consideration:

3. Employment History

Employer 1

From:    To:

Employer 2

From:    To:

4. Education

5. References

Reference 1

Reference 2

Reference 3

6. Release and Waiver

In consideration of the payments, benefits, and other consideration described in this Agreement, Employee knowingly and voluntarily releases and forever discharges Employer and its past, present and future parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, agents, insurers, officers, directors, representatives, and employees from any and all claims, causes of action, suits, liabilities, demands, or obligations of any nature, whether known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, that arise out of or relate to Employee's employment or separation from employment through the Effective Date, including but not limited to claims under federal, state, or local statutes, common law claims for wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, breach of contract, tort, and any claims for wages, bonuses, or benefits.

Employee acknowledges that this release includes claims that Employee does not now know or suspect to exist and that Employee expressly waives any rights Employee may have under any statute, common law, or principle of equity to assert such unknown claims.

7. Age Discrimination Waiver (If Applicable)

Employee affirms their age as:    Employee acknowledges that by signing this Agreement Employee may be waiving rights under age discrimination laws to the extent such waiver is intended by the parties and permitted by law. Employee acknowledges receipt of sufficient time to consider this Agreement and the rights being waived.

Employee acknowledges: I have been advised to consult with an attorney before signing this Agreement.

8. Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement

Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of the terms and existence of this Agreement and any proprietary or confidential information of Employer. Employee further agrees not to make disparaging statements, oral or written, about Employer, its officers, directors, employees, products, or business practices. This provision does not prevent truthful statements required by law or cooperation with government investigations.

9. Return of Property and Cooperation

Employee represents that all Employer property, records, documents, keys, electronic devices, and confidential information have been returned or will be returned by Employee on or before the Effective Date. Employee agrees to cooperate with Employer, at Employer's expense, in the defense or prosecution of claims where reasonably requested.

10. Taxes and Withholding

Any payments made pursuant to this Agreement shall be subject to applicable tax withholding and reporting requirements. Employee acknowledges that Employer has made no representations regarding the tax consequences of any payments under this Agreement and that Employee is responsible for obtaining tax advice if desired.

11. Representations, Acknowledgments and Certification

Employee represents and warrants that Employee has not assigned or transferred any claim released herein, that Employee has read and fully understands this Agreement, and that Employee enters into this Agreement knowingly and voluntarily. Employee certifies the truthfulness and accuracy of the information contained in the Personal Information, Employment History, Education, and References sections above.

Applicant Certification: I certify that all information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge and that I authorize Employer to verify the information provided, contact prior employers and references, and conduct background checks as permitted by applicable law.

Authorization to Contact Previous Employers and Conduct Background Checks: I authorize Employer and its agents to contact previous employers and references and to obtain background, criminal, consumer, and driving records where permitted by law.

12. At-Will Employment and Equal Opportunity

At-Will Employment: Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted to alter the at-will nature of Employee's employment, unless expressly stated in a separate written agreement signed by an authorized representative of Employer.

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

13. Governing Law, Severability, and Miscellaneous

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of: . If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings.

14. Additional Terms

Execution

By signing below, Employee and Employer acknowledge that they have read, understand, and accept the terms and conditions of this Agreement and that each party has authority to enter into this Agreement.

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