Since time immemorial, the culpable and innocent alike have sought closure and repose after facing accusations of wrongdoing. As stated in Leviticus 14:20, “the priest shall make atonement for him, and he shall be clean.” To assist in this endeavor, attorneys have developed numerous artifices to hide, shield and limit allegations and charges directed at their clients from those desiring to capitalize.
To this end, nondisclosure agreements are commonplace. They are often negotiated as part of settlements, going hand in hand with the no admission of liability clause. They are bargained for and could include additional consideration to entice reluctant agreement.
This content has been archived. It is available through our partners, LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law.
To view this content, please continue to their sites.
Not a Lexis Subscriber?
Subscribe Now
Not a Bloomberg Law Subscriber?
Subscribe Now
LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law are third party online distributors of the broad collection of current and archived versions of ALM's legal news publications. LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law customers are able to access and use ALM's content, including content from the National Law Journal, The American Lawyer, Legaltech News, The New York Law Journal, and Corporate Counsel, as well as other sources of legal information.
For questions call 1-877-256-2472 or contact us at [email protected]
