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A disclaimer is the “disavowal, denial, or renunciation of an interest, right, or property imputed to a person or alleged to be his” ( Black's Law Dictionary, 1990: 464 ). Employers often use a disclaimer in employee handbooks to avoid interpretation of the handbook as an employment contract; for example, “This handbook does not constitute an express or implied contract” ( see employee handbook ). Courts differ in their enforcement of the disclaimer. Some courts have ruled that the disclaimer absolves the employer from fulfilling the promises made in a handbook. Others conclude that a general disclaimer is not enough to negate the specific promises. Black's Law Dictionary ( 1990 ). Black's Law Dictionary , 6th edn. St. Paul, MN : West Publishing . ( 1989 ). Your Rights at Work . New York : John Wiley . ( 1985 ). Employee handbooks and employment‐at‐will contracts . Duke Law Journal , 196 – 220 . ... log in or subscribe to read full text