Gauthier v. Peiter

Prior to March 30, 1933, plaintiff, Clarence Gauthier, had been in the employ of defendant William L. Peiter. A dispute arose between the parties as to the amount due from Peiter to Gauthier. By agreement they reached a settlement incident to which Gauthier executed and gave to Peiter a receipt “in full settlement and satisfaction of any and all salary, bonus, and commissions due or to become due the undersigned.” The consideration received by Gauthier incident to this settlement is expressed in exhibit A and reads as follows :

“Grand Rapids, Michigan

“March 30, 1933.

“For a valuable…