This release agreement seeks to settle claims with an employee in exchange for a more lucrative financial separation package than the employee would otherwise be entitled to (had the employee not entered into this agreement. This release seeks to settle any known and unknown claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans With Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, and state fair employment practices statutes and laws.
This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
San Jose California Release Agreement in Letter Form of Employer By Employee for Alleged Violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes with Form for Employee's Acceptance upon Termination of Job or Employment: [Employer's Letterhead] [Date] [Employee's Name] [Employee's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Dear [Employee's Name], RE: Release Agreement for Alleged Violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes This letter serves as a release agreement between [Company Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Employer," and [Employee's Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Employee," in connection with the alleged violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes that may have arisen during the course of your employment with our organization. We acknowledge that your employment with [Company Name] has been terminated, effective [Termination Date]. In consideration of the mutual benefits and promises described herein, both parties agree to the following terms and conditions: 1. Releases and Waivers a. Employee hereby releases and discharges the Employer, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from any claims, demands, actions, and causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of or related to the employment relationship and/or termination of employment, including but not limited to claims under state and federal Fair Employment Practices Statutes. b. Employee waives any rights that may have arisen under Fair Employment Practices Statutes and agrees not to bring any legal action or claim against the Employer concerning any alleged violations. 2. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Employee agrees to keep the terms and conditions of this Release Agreement confidential, except to the extent required by law or when disclosing to a legal or financial advisor. 3. Non-Disparagement Employee agrees not to make any negative or disparaging remarks about the Employer, its officers, directors, employees, agents, or representatives that may harm the Employer's reputation. 4. Consideration In exchange for the promises made by Employee herein, the Employer agrees to provide [details of consideration, such as severance pay, benefits continuation, or other agreed-upon compensation]. 5. Governing Law and Jurisdiction This Release Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in San Jose, California. This letter, along with its attached release form, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding any alleged violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes. The Employee acknowledges that they have read and understood this Release Agreement and voluntarily sign it to indicate their acceptance and understanding of its terms. Please sign and return a copy of this Release Agreement to indicate your acceptance. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, [Employer's Name] [Employer's Title] [Company Name] I, [Employee's Name], hereby acknowledge that I have read and understood the above Release Agreement and voluntarily accept its terms and conditions. Employee's Signature: ______________________ Date: ______________________ **************************************************************************** [Attached Release Form] San Jose California Release Agreement for Alleged Violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes I, [Employee's Name], hereby release and forever discharge [Company Name], its officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from any and all claims, demands, actions, and causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of or related to my employment with [Company Name] and/or the termination of my employment, including but not limited to claims under state and federal Fair Employment Practices Statutes. I understand that by signing this Release Agreement, I am waiving any rights and claims that have or could have arisen under Fair Employment Practices Statutes, and I agree not to bring any legal action or claim against [Company Name] concerning any alleged violations. I further confirm that I have received all payments, benefits, and compensation owed to me by [Company Name], and that I have had an opportunity to review and understand the terms of this Release Agreement before signing it. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have carefully read and understood all the provisions of this Release Agreement, and I voluntarily accept its terms and conditions. Employee's Signature: ______________________ Date: ______________________San Jose California Release Agreement in Letter Form of Employer By Employee for Alleged Violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes with Form for Employee's Acceptance upon Termination of Job or Employment: [Employer's Letterhead] [Date] [Employee's Name] [Employee's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Dear [Employee's Name], RE: Release Agreement for Alleged Violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes This letter serves as a release agreement between [Company Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Employer," and [Employee's Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Employee," in connection with the alleged violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes that may have arisen during the course of your employment with our organization. We acknowledge that your employment with [Company Name] has been terminated, effective [Termination Date]. In consideration of the mutual benefits and promises described herein, both parties agree to the following terms and conditions: 1. Releases and Waivers a. Employee hereby releases and discharges the Employer, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from any claims, demands, actions, and causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of or related to the employment relationship and/or termination of employment, including but not limited to claims under state and federal Fair Employment Practices Statutes. b. Employee waives any rights that may have arisen under Fair Employment Practices Statutes and agrees not to bring any legal action or claim against the Employer concerning any alleged violations. 2. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Employee agrees to keep the terms and conditions of this Release Agreement confidential, except to the extent required by law or when disclosing to a legal or financial advisor. 3. Non-Disparagement Employee agrees not to make any negative or disparaging remarks about the Employer, its officers, directors, employees, agents, or representatives that may harm the Employer's reputation. 4. Consideration In exchange for the promises made by Employee herein, the Employer agrees to provide [details of consideration, such as severance pay, benefits continuation, or other agreed-upon compensation]. 5. Governing Law and Jurisdiction This Release Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in San Jose, California. This letter, along with its attached release form, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding any alleged violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes. The Employee acknowledges that they have read and understood this Release Agreement and voluntarily sign it to indicate their acceptance and understanding of its terms. Please sign and return a copy of this Release Agreement to indicate your acceptance. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, [Employer's Name] [Employer's Title] [Company Name] I, [Employee's Name], hereby acknowledge that I have read and understood the above Release Agreement and voluntarily accept its terms and conditions. Employee's Signature: ______________________ Date: ______________________ **************************************************************************** [Attached Release Form] San Jose California Release Agreement for Alleged Violations of Fair Employment Practices Statutes I, [Employee's Name], hereby release and forever discharge [Company Name], its officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from any and all claims, demands, actions, and causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of or related to my employment with [Company Name] and/or the termination of my employment, including but not limited to claims under state and federal Fair Employment Practices Statutes. I understand that by signing this Release Agreement, I am waiving any rights and claims that have or could have arisen under Fair Employment Practices Statutes, and I agree not to bring any legal action or claim against [Company Name] concerning any alleged violations. I further confirm that I have received all payments, benefits, and compensation owed to me by [Company Name], and that I have had an opportunity to review and understand the terms of this Release Agreement before signing it. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have carefully read and understood all the provisions of this Release Agreement, and I voluntarily accept its terms and conditions. Employee's Signature: ______________________ Date: ______________________
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.
