Non-Disparagement & Confidentiality: Shielding Your Business from Narcissistic Partner Fallout – SeiferFlatow, PLLC

When you part ways with a high-value or toxic partner in North Carolina, reputational fallout can inflict real, lasting damage. A malicious co-owner with narcissistic tendencies may leverage public accusations, social media rants, or leaked documents to undermine your credibility. The non-disparagement and confidentiality clauses you need to embed in your separation agreements are one of the many reasons you need an experienced and aggressive team on your side, ensuring that your exit remains discreet and dispute free, and your company’s reputation emerges unscathed.

Why It Matters

Narcissistic partners often resort to public smears to regain control—or simply out of spite. Without robust contractual safeguards, you could face defamation, competitive harm, or unwanted scrutiny from clients and lenders.

Key Clauses to Include

• Mutual Non-Disparagement: Both parties agree to refrain from negative public statements about the other.
• Confidentiality of Terms: The buy-sell price, valuation methods, and negotiation details remain strictly private.
• Liquidated Damages for Breach: Pre-set penalties if non-disparagement or confidentiality clauses are violated.

Enforcing Your Protections

• Require all settlement documents be filed under seal or executed in private mediation.
• Build in expedited arbitration for any disputes over alleged breaches—minimizing time in court.
• Use injunctive relief provisions to immediately halt unauthorized disclosures.

Meet Brandon Forbes
A seasoned NC litigator and Purple Heart veteran, Brandon Forbes crafts enforceable non-disparagement and confidentiality packages that leave no loopholes for vindictive partners.

Keep Your Reputation Intact
Ready to lock down your exit? Book an NC Reputation Protection Strategy call with Brandon Forbes and ensure your business remains untouchable.