1. Non-Disparagement: Mutual obligations not to make negative statements about other parties - include when reputation protection is important

2. Return of Property: Requirements for returning any property or documents - include when there are physical or intellectual property items to be returned

3. Future Cooperation: Obligations for future cooperation between parties - include when ongoing interaction may be necessary

4. Tax Implications: Addressing tax responsibilities - include when the settlement involves significant monetary consideration

5. Survival: Specifies which provisions survive the agreement's termination - include when certain obligations should continue

6. Amendment and Waiver: Procedures for modifying the agreement - include in complex agreements or when future changes might be anticipated

7. Severability: Provisions for handling invalid clauses - include when agreement complexity warrants it

8. Notices: Communication procedures between parties - include when ongoing notifications might be necessary

1. Schedule A - Released Claims: Detailed list of specific claims, disputes, or matters being released

2. Schedule B - Settlement Payment Details: Breakdown of any monetary consideration and payment terms

3. Schedule C - Excluded Claims: List of specific claims or rights explicitly excluded from the release

4. Appendix 1 - Related Entities: List of affiliated entities covered by the release

5. Appendix 2 - Required Approvals: List of any necessary corporate or regulatory approvals

6. Appendix 3 - Form of Notice: Template for any required notices under the agreement