The parties mutually agree to keep the existence and terms of this Agreement, and the discussions between them regarding this Agreement, confidential and agree that neither the existence, the terms, nor the discussions with regarding this Agreement shall be disclosed or communicated in any manner except (i) as required by legal proceedings to secure compliance with or enforcement of the terms of this Agreement; (ii) in response to any proper subpoena, court order, or lawful discovery request in litigation; (iii) to Employee's spouse, domestic partner, or financial/legal advisors, all of whom shall agree to keep such information confidential; or (iv) as required by law.  This provision also does not prohibit or restrict Executive (or his attorney) from responding to any inquiry about this Agreement or its underlying facts and circumstances by the Securities and Exchange Commission (" SEC ") or any other Government Agencies, nor does this confidentiality obligation require Executive to notify Company regarding any such reporting, disclosure or cooperation with SEC or any other entity or agency of the government.