The validity, interpretation, and performance of this Agreement shall be construed and interpreted according to the laws of the State of Texas.  This Agreement shall not be interpreted for or against either party on the grounds that such party drafted or caused this Agreement to be drafted.  If any provision of this Agreement, or part thereof, is held invalid, void or voidable as against public policy or otherwise, subject to the provisions of Section 4(d) of the Employment Agreement, the invalidity shall not affect other provisions, or parts thereof, which may be given effect without the invalid provision or part.  To this extent, and consistent with Section 4(d) of the Employment Agreement, the provisions and parts thereof of this Agreement are declared to be severable.