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Settlement Release and Discharge

Full and final release settling personal injury or tort claims.

FULL AND FINAL RELEASE AND DISCHARGE

THIS RELEASE is made as of [DATE], by [RELEASOR NAME] ("Releasor") in favour of [RELEASEE NAME] ("Releasee").

1. BACKGROUND

A. An incident occurred on or about [DATE] at [LOCATION] (the "Incident"). B. The Releasor claims to have suffered [INJURIES/DAMAGES] as a result of the Incident. C. The Releasor and Releasee wish to settle all claims arising from the Incident.

2. CONSIDERATION

  • In consideration of the sum of $[AMOUNT] (the "Settlement Amount"), the receipt of which is acknowledged.
  • The Settlement Amount is payable by [METHOD] within [NUMBER] days.

3. RELEASE AND DISCHARGE

The Releasor, for themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns:

  1. HEREBY RELEASES AND FOREVER DISCHARGES the Releasee, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, insurers, heirs, successors, and assigns from:

    • Any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, and liabilities
    • For any and all injuries, losses, damages, and expenses
    • Arising from or related to the Incident described above
    • Whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated
  2. This release covers all claims including but not limited to:

    • Personal injury
    • Property damage
    • Loss of income
    • Medical expenses (past and future)
    • Pain and suffering
    • [OTHER APPLICABLE CLAIMS]

4. NO ADMISSION OF LIABILITY

The Releasor and Releasee acknowledge that:

  • This Release is a compromise of disputed claims.
  • Nothing herein constitutes an admission of liability or fault by the Releasee.
  • The Releasee specifically denies all liability and wrongdoing.

5. FUTURE CLAIMS WAIVED

  • The Releasor acknowledges that they may discover claims or damages not currently known.
  • The Releasor expressly waives all such unknown claims that may exist as of the date of this Release.
  • The Releasor has been advised to obtain independent legal advice regarding this waiver of unknown claims.

6. MEDICAL LIEN/THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS

  • The Releasor represents that no medical liens or third-party claims exist against the settlement proceeds.
  • The Releasor shall be solely responsible for any such liens or claims that may arise.
  • [IF APPLICABLE: Specific lien holders to be paid from settlement: LIST]

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

  • The Releasor agrees to keep the terms of this Release confidential.
  • The Releasor shall not discuss the settlement with any third party, except:
    • Legal and financial advisors
    • As required by law
    • Immediate family members (who must also maintain confidentiality)

8. TAX MATTERS

  • The Releasor is responsible for any tax consequences of the Settlement Amount.
  • [IF APPLICABLE: Amount allocated as $[AMOUNT] for physical injury (non-taxable) and $[AMOUNT] for [OTHER PURPOSE]]

9. GOVERNING LAW AND SEVERABILITY

  • Governing Law: [JURISDICTION]
  • If any provision is held unenforceable, the remainder shall continue in full force.

Releasor: _______________________ Date: __________

Releasee: _______________________ Date: __________

Witness: _______________________ Date: __________

Legal Counsel for Releasor: _______________________ Date: __________

Disclaimer: This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a licensed lawyer in your jurisdiction before using or relying on this document.