ADEA Compliance: Age Discrimination in Employment Act requirements for releases, particularly important if the releasing party is over 40 years old
OWBA Requirements: Older Workers Benefit Protection Act specific provisions for workers over 40, including mandatory review and revocation periods
FLSA Considerations: Fair Labor Standards Act implications for wage and hour claims, which may require special handling in the release
Title VII Compliance: Civil Rights Act Title VII considerations for releases involving discrimination claims
ADA Compliance: Americans with Disabilities Act considerations for releases involving disability-related claims
FMLA Considerations: Family and Medical Leave Act implications for releases involving leave-related claims
State Labor Laws: Applicable state-specific labor laws that may affect the enforceability and requirements of the release
State Anti-Discrimination: State-specific anti-discrimination provisions that must be considered in the release language
State Release Requirements: Specific state requirements for valid releases, including any mandatory language or provisions
Contract Law Basics: Fundamental contract law principles including consideration, capacity, voluntary execution, and clear language requirements
Mandatory Exclusions: Claims that cannot be legally waived, including workers' compensation, unemployment benefits, and future claims
Procedural Timeline: Required review periods (21/45 days) and revocation periods (7 days) under federal law, particularly ADEA
Legal Counsel Notice: Recommendation or requirement for the releasing party to seek independent legal counsel before signing
