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Non-disclosure agreement: “Facebook ‘SUCK IT’ Costs Dad $80,000”

Since this story comes from Lowering the Bar, it’s got its amusing aspects. Dad settles wrongful termination lawsuit against a school. Signs non-disclosure agreement. Daughter posts triumphal “SUCK IT” on Facebook, and Dad loses $80,000 of the $150,000 settlement. As … Continue reading

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Settling a case usually means a non-disclosure agreement

And what is a non-disclosure agreement, a/k/a non-disparagement agreement? I signed one, years ago, and have read a couple of others. It is a really uncomfortable document. Someone has offended you, been unjust to you. You agree to settle, presumably … Continue reading

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Who sues? Doctors, writers and retired folk

Many “ordinary” people find themselves in “ordinary” situations that force them into lawsuits: wrongful termination, breach of contract, auto accidents, libel…Any of these can happen to you. Continue reading

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