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The Older Workers Benefits Protection Act

Part One of this article discussed releases and covenants not to sue, the issues raised by the OWBPA (Older Workers Benefits Protection Act) and EEOC Regulations, and <i>Thomforde v. International Business Machines</i>, 406 F.3d 500 (8th Cir. 2005). The conclusion herein discusses the <i>Syverson</i> case and considerations for employers in preparing releases. <i>Syverson v. International Business Machines</i>, 461 F.3d 1147 (9th Cir. 2006).

13 minute read December 21, 2007 at 11:05 AM
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Philip M. Berkowitz And Randy S. Gidseg
The Older Workers Benefits Protection Act

Part one of this article discussed releases and covenants not to sue, the issues raised by the OWBPA (Older Workers Benefits Protection Act) and EEOC Regulations, and Thomforde v. International Business Machines, 406 F.3d 500 (8th Cir. 2005)

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