Jadon F. Newman v. Firstmark Credit Union

**Newman v. Firstmark Credit Union: Contract Disclaimer Blocks Fraud Claims** Jadon Newman sued his former employer, Firstmark Credit Union, claiming the company broke their contract and committed fraud. The specific details of Newman's work situation and what led to the dispute aren't provided, but the case centered on contract terms and alleged fraudulent behavior by the credit union. The Texas Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Firstmark Credit Union. The court found that specific disclaimer language in a guaranty agreement prevented Newman from pursuing his fraud claims against the company. This means the contract itself contained language that legally protected the credit union from certain types of lawsuits. The court granted summary judgment, meaning they decided the case without a full trial, and later denied Newman's request to reconsider the decision. **What this means for workers:** This case highlights how important it is to carefully read all contract language before signing employment-related agreements. Employers can include disclaimer clauses that limit your ability to sue them later, even for serious issues like fraud. Workers should pay close attention to any language that seems to waive rights or limit legal remedies, and consider having contracts reviewed before signing when possible.