Q: should I sign a global settlement clause in a WC case and what can be the pitfalls after signing such a clause?
also I have previously appealed unemployment denial to commonwealth of Pa., how would signing that clause now, affect that outcome if I am granted UC benefits afterwards, would I have to forfeit or be penalized? I was told that it will not affect application for SSD / SSI for persons age 50+. I am 49-1/2. I know the point of the clause is so that I don't bring a retaliation lawsuit against employer for firing me on WC, after applying for ADA and FMLA. but I don't have financial means to hold on years until the outcome.
A: It is impossible to answer this question without reviewing the language. If you have a lawyer, I would strongly suggest that you review this document with them. If you do not have a lawyer, you should consider retaining one. The problem is that the language of a global release is not uniform. Furthermore, the language is often negotiable, so if for example your big concern is potential entitlement to UC, you could potentially place specific language in this release to preserve this right. These agreements are very technical and really should be reviewed by an attorney.
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