George Goulson v. Yum! Brands, Incorporated

OPINION

MeKEAGUE, Circuit Judge.

This case presents the question whether a release of liability for all claims, known or unknown, executed by plaintiff in conjunction with separation from employment with his former employer, is effective to bar claims against the former employer where plaintiff alleges the release is vitiated by (1) the parties’ mutual mistake, and (2) the employer’s failure to give full consideration in exchange for the release. The district court granted the former employer’s motion for summary judgment, holding the release is valid and enforceable to bar plaintiffs claims.…