1. Non-Disparagement: Mutual obligations not to make negative statements about other parties, often used in employment or commercial disputes

2. Return of Property: Requirements for returning documents or property, particularly relevant in employment or commercial relationships

3. Ongoing Obligations: Details any continuing obligations that survive the release, such as intellectual property rights or restraints

4. Tax Implications: Addresses responsibility for tax consequences of any payments, particularly important for employment settlements

5. Future Cooperation: Requirements for parties to cooperate in future matters, such as legal proceedings or implementations

6. Insurance: Provisions regarding insurance claims and obligations, relevant when insurance is involved in the underlying matter

7. Third Party Rights: Provisions addressing rights of third parties affected by or benefiting from the release

8. Severability: Provision for maintaining validity of remaining terms if some are found unenforceable

1. Schedule 1 - Released Claims: Detailed description of all claims, rights, and causes of action being released

2. Schedule 2 - Payment Terms: Detailed breakdown of any payments, including amounts, timing, and method of payment

3. Schedule 3 - Released Parties: Comprehensive list of all parties being released, including related entities and individuals

4. Schedule 4 - Excluded Claims: List of any claims specifically excluded from the release

5. Appendix A - Deed of Release by Related Parties: Additional release documents to be signed by related parties if required

6. Appendix B - Form of Notice: Template for any required notices or announcements regarding the settlement