This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto with regard to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations and agreements, either written or oral, between them except for the Surviving Agreements. There are no conditions, agreements, or representations between the parties except those expressed herein. This Agreement may be altered, modified, amended, or repealed only by a duly executed written instrument signed by the parties hereto. This Agreement shall be governed by the law of the State of Maryland, without giving effect to the conflicts of laws provisions thereof. Each party binds himself or itself and his or its heirs, successors, legal representatives and assigns in respect to all covenants and agreements contained herein. Except as specifically contemplated herein, nothing herein shall be construed as giving any right or benefit hereunder to anyone other than the parties hereto.