Supersedes previous agreements

The "Supersedes Previous Agreements" clause indicates that the current contract nullifies all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or verbal, related to the same subject matter. This ensures that only the terms and conditions set forth in the new contract are binding between the parties involved.

12 Supersedes previous agreements examples

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    Further previous communications with the company, we would like to confirm the terms of your employment with Glucose Biosensor Systems (Greater China) Holdings Inc (the Company) in New York as follows. This supersedes previous agreements with you:
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    Glucose Biosensor Systems (Greater China) Holdings, Inc. (INBS)
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    8. Supersedes Previous Agreements. This Policy will supersede any provisions in (x) any agreement, plan or other arrangement applicable to any member of the Company, and (y) any organizational documents of any entity that is part of Company that, in any such case, (a) exempt any Incentive-Based Compensation from the application of this Policy, (b) waive or otherwise prohibit or restrict the Company’s right to recover any Erroneously Awarded Compensation, including, without limitation, in connection with exercising any right of setoff as provided herein and/or (c) require or provide for indemnification to the extent that such indemnification is prohibited under Section 5 above.
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    HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)
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    [13. Supersedes Previous Agreements. This PSU Award Agreement supersedes all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, commitments, agreements (written or oral) and writings between the Company and the Participant with respect to the subject matter hereof including any prior commitment of the Company to issue an equal number of PSUs to the Participant in the Participant’s employment agreement. All such other negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings will have no further force or effect, and the parties to any such other negotiation, commitment, agreement or writing will have no further rights or obligations thereunder.]2
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    Hyliion Holdings Corp. (HYLN)
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    This Agreement and the provisions contained herein apply with respect to Licensed Products and supersedes previous agreements regarding the Licensed Products. Furthermore, the Parties acknowledge they have entered into this Agreement knowingly and with advice of counsel, and they did not rely on representations of the other party which, if made, are superseded by this Agreement.
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    SQL Technologies Corp. (SKYX)
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    15.Entire Agreement; Supersedes Previous Agreements. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding of the Parties with respect to the matters covered herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings with respect to the subject matter hereof; all other negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings shall have no further force or effect, and the parties to any such other negotiation, commitment, agreement or writing shall have no further rights or obligations thereunder.
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    Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (GREE, GREEL)
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    22. Entire Agreement; Supersedes Previous Agreements. This Agreement, the Assignment of Developments Agreement, and any outstanding equity award agreements entered into prior to the Effective Time contain the entire agreement and understanding of the parties hereto with respect to the matters covered herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings with respect to the subject matter hereof, all such other negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings shall have no further force or effect, and the parties to any such other negotiation, commitment, agreement or writing shall have no further rights or obligations thereunder.
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    Microvast Holdings, Inc. (MVST, MVSTW)
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    16.              Entire Agreement; Supersedes Previous Agreements. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding of the Parties with respect to the matters covered herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings with respect to the subject matter hereof, including all prior employment agreements between the Parties and any extensions or amendments thereof (including, without limitation, the Letter Agreement); all other negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings shall have no further force or effect, and the parties to any such other negotiation, commitment, agreement or writing shall have no further rights or obligations thereunder.
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    SWK Holdings Corp (SWKH, SWKHL)
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    19.11 Supersedes Previous Agreements. This Agreement supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, oral, written and implied, between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof. All such prior agreements and understandings are hereby terminated and deemed of no further force or effect.
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    TUPPERWARE BRANDS CORP (TUP)
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    13. Supersedes Previous Agreements   取代舊約   This Agreement supersedes and replaces all previous oral or written agreements, memoranda, correspondence or other communications between the parties hereto relating to the subject matter hereof.
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    Ainos, Inc. (AIMD, AIMDW)
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    14. Entire Agreement; Supersedes Previous Agreements This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding between you and the Company and supersedes all other negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings with respect to your Employment. You acknowledge that you have not been induced to enter into this Agreement by any representation, warranty or undertaking not expressly stated therein. You agree and acknowledge that your only rights and remedies in relation to any representation, warranty or undertaking made or given in connection with this Agreement (unless such representation, warranty or undertaking was made fraudulently) will be for breach of the terms of this Agreement, to the exclusion of all other rights and remedies (including those in tort or arising under statute).
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    Melco Resorts & Entertainment LTD (MLCO)
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    18. Entire Agreement; Supersedes Previous Agreements. This Agreement, the Confidentiality Agreement, and any equity award agreements in respect of Existing Equity Awards contain the entire agreement and understanding of the Parties with respect to the matters covered herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings with respect to the subject matter hereof; all other negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings, including the Prior Agreement, shall have no further force or effect, and the parties to any such other negotiation, commitment, agreement or writing shall have no further rights or obligations thereunder.
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    Intapp, Inc. (INTA)
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    21.Entire Agreement; Supersedes Previous Agreements. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding of the parties hereto with respect to the matters covered herein and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings with respect to the subject matter hereof, and all such other negotiations, commitments, agreements and writings shall have no further force or effect, and the parties to any such other negotiation, commitment, agreement or writing shall have no further rights or obligations thereunder. Notwithstanding the foregoing, (a)  nothing in this Agreement is intended to provide that the Executive is not eligible to participate in the Jet Blue Airways Corporation Change in Control Severance Plan, as modified from time-to-time, it being the understanding and agreement of the parties hereto that such plan shall govern whether the Executive is eligible to participate , and (b) this Agreement shall not supersede or override the terms and conditions set forth in the Prior Employment Agreement with respect to services performed and compensation earned or awarded prior to the Effective Date. For purposes of clarity, this Agreement shall have no effect on the terms and conditions of previously awarded but unvested long-term incentives, including the “One-Time Grant” granted in accordance with the Prior Employment Agreement. Additionally, notwithstanding the foregoing, this Agreement shall not override or supersede the Company’s Policy for Recovery of Erroneously Awarded Compensation, effective as of October 2, 2023.
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    JETBLUE AIRWAYS CORP (JBLU)

What is “Supersedes previous agreements”?

“Supersedes previous agreements” is a legal term commonly found in contracts and agreements. It indicates that the current document overrides and replaces all prior agreements and understandings—whether verbal or written—that relate to the same subject matter. This clause ensures that only the terms and conditions outlined in the present contract are enforceable and seek to eliminate any confusion or contradictions arising from earlier agreements.

When should I use “Supersedes previous agreements”?

You should use “supersedes previous agreements” in contracts when:

  • You want to clarify that the current contract is the definitive and only enforceable agreement between the parties.
  • Ensuring that previous negotiations or agreements do not conflict or interfere with the terms of the current contract.
  • Formalizing relationships or restructuring agreements where old terms are no longer applicable.
  • Simplifying the legal obligations of all parties by consolidating multiple agreements into a single document.

How do I write “Supersedes previous agreements”?

When writing this clause, it’s important to use clear and definitive language to ensure enforceability. Below is a typical example of how to phrase this clause:

“This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written, of the parties.”

Make sure the clause is prominently included within the contract, often in a section titled “Entire Agreement” or “Integration.”

Which contracts typically contain “Supersedes previous agreements”?

The “supersedes previous agreements” clause is found in a variety of contracts, including but not limited to:

  • Service Agreements: To ensure changes in scope or terms are clear and enforceable.
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): To update or strengthen the confidentiality terms.
  • Employment Contracts: When updating an employee’s terms of employment.
  • Sales and Lease Agreements: To consolidate terms and conditions over property or goods.
  • Partnership Agreements: To refresh the roles, responsibilities, or terms of the partnership.
  • Licensing Agreements: When terms of use or conditions have significantly been altered.

By incorporating this clause, parties can ensure clarity and legal certainty regarding which terms are valid and enforceable.

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