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In a private logistics firm, NovaLogistics terminated driver Marco Dizon for alleged mishandling of parcels. During settlement negotiations, Dizon signs a Quitclaim and Release stating: “I release NovaLogistics, its officers and successors from all claims arising from my employment, including back wages, reinstatement, and damages; I waive all rights to pursue any further action against the employer.” The parties did not file for NLRC or Labor Arbiter approval of the settlement. The company pays a separation package. After signing, Dizon files a complaint with the NLRC for back wages and reinstatement, arguing that the quitclaim attempts to waive non-waivable rights and that the termination was improper. (a) Identify the controlling doctrine on quitclaims in labor disputes and the scope of waivers in settlements of employment claims. (b) Apply that doctrine to Dizon’s facts: is the quitclaim binding and enforceable against his back wages or reinstatement claim? Explain. (c) If the quitclaim could be enforceable under certain conditions, what requirements must be satisfied for enforceability in a labor dispute?