Schuman v. Microchip Technology Inc., No. 24-2624, 24-2978, __ F. 4th __, 2025 WL 1584981 (9th Cir. Jun. 5, 2025) (Before Circuit Judges Thomas, Fletcher, and Smith, Jr.)

Waivers and releases of federal claims, including ERISA claims, are not favored, but are generally allowed so long as they are “knowing and voluntary.” Courts have