New details and emails ahead of hearing reveal major facts about Tiger Woods’ NDA with Erica Hermann
The complex legal battle between Tiger Woods and Erica Herman over the validity of their NDA
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Tiger Woods, a towering figure in the world of sports, has once again found himself embroiled in controversy. This time, it’s a legal battle with his ex-girlfriend, Erica Herman, over a Non-Disclosure and Acknowledgement Agreement (NDA) that the two allegedly signed in 2017. As the case heads to court, new evidence and emails have surfaced that shed light on the situation.
In a response filed with the court, Herman claims that she does not recognize the NDA form and has no recollection of signing it. However, Woods’ filing includes a declaration from Christopher J. Hubman, CFO of ETW Corporation, stating that he presented Herman with a draft of the NDA in April 2017.
According to Hubman, Herman returned a fully executed copy on August 9th of that year after making some changes to the document. The crux of the case hinges on the validity of this NDA and whether or not it should be enforced.
Furthermore, Herman’s original complaint against Woods includes a demand for a jury trial and suggests that she experienced either sexual harassment or sexual assault, which she claims nullifies the NDA under federal law. Woods’s attorneys, on the other hand, argue that the NDA was executed properly and that Herman agreed to arbitrate disputes with Woods, meaning that the case should be settled through arbitration rather than a jury trial.
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The validity of the NDA and the ending forced arbitration of sexual assault
At the heart of the legal dispute between Tiger Woods and Erica Herman lies the question of the NDA’s validity and whether or not it should be enforced. Herman maintains that she did not sign the NDA, while Woods and his legal team contend that it was properly executed and that Herman agreed to arbitrate disputes with Woods.
“As a follow-up to our conversation, attached please find a revised NDA which addresses the matters we discussed, i.e., taking pictures of the kids and your employment by TWJ.” However, Herman also asserts that the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021 nullifies the NDA’s arbitration clause.
The Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act was enacted to provide victims of sexual harassment or assault with the option to take their cases to court rather than being compelled into arbitration. Tiger Woods legal team, however, argues that this law does not apply to their case and that the NDA’s arbitration clause remains valid. As the hearing draws near, it remains to be seen how the judge will rule on this matter and whether or not the NDA will be enforced.
The legal dispute between Tiger Woods and Erica Herman over the validity of their NDA is a multifaceted issue that encompasses a range of legal arguments and statutes. While new evidence and emails have come to light that provide insight into the situation, the final decision rests with the judge. According to Si, As the case proceeds to court, it will be intriguing to see how the judge rules and what the ramifications will be for both Woods and Herman.
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