In consideration of the Bank's willingness to enter into this Amendment, the Credit Parties hereby release the Bank and each of its respective officers, employees, representatives, agents, counsel and directors from any and all actions, causes of action, claims, demands, damages and liabilities of whatever kind or nature, in law or in equity, now known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected to the extent that any of the foregoing arises from any action or failure to act solely in connection with the Credit Documents on or prior to the date hereof.