A letter of agreement is a type of business document that explains and sets the terms of a working agreement between two or more parties. The letter of agreement typically includes details like the contact information of the involved parties, the agreed-upon payments and the timeline.
When you accept a settlement offer, you must sign a release before receiving the agreed-upon funds. The release, which is legally binding, contains the terms to which you must adhere before getting your compensation and means the claim is closed and you cannot pursue it further.
Employment release agreements are contractual agreements between an employer and their employee. They are used to release the employer from any potential claims which may have arisen during the employee's tenure at the company. In exchange, the employer provides the employee with certain consideration.
'” That is, a release is essentially equivalent to an individual waiving their right to sue for potential injury. The justification for release is that one party received consideration in exchange for their relinquishment of their right.