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NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and of the mutual agreements contained in this Agreement, the Parties hereto agree as follows: HOLD HARMLESS Each Party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless, to the fullest extent allowed by law, the other Party and its principals, officers, and employees from and against all claims, demands, suits, actions, payments, liabilities, judgments and expenses (including court-ordered attorneys' fees) arising out of or resulting from the acts or omissions of their principals, officers, or employees in the performance of this Agreement. Liability includes any claims, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or resulting from performance of this Agreement that result in any claim for damage whatsoever, including any bodily injury, civil rights liability, sickness, disease, or damage to or destruction of tangible property, including the loss of use resulting therefrom. Each Party shall maintain a policy or policies of insurance (or a self-insurance program) sufficient in coverage and amount to pay any judgments or related expenses from or in conjunction with any such claims. Nothing in this Agreement shall require either Party to indemnify or hold harmless the other Party from liability for the negligent or wrongful acts or omissions of said other Party or its principals, officers, or employees. AUTHORITY TO ENTER AGREEMENT Each Party that has entered into this Agreement agrees to have full authority to enter into the present Agreement. NOTICE OF CLAIM In the event of any claim or action, the Insured Party shall promptly provide the Indemnifying Party with written notice of claim or action and will notify the Indemnifying Party within _____ days of the commencement of the legal proceedings relating to the claim or action, and the Indemnifying Party will provide the Insured Party with all relevant information known to the Indemnifying Party. AMENDMENTS None of the covenants, terms or conditions of this Agreement, to be kept and performed by either Party, shall in any manner be altered, waived, modified, changed or abandoned except by a written instrument, duly signed, acknowledged and delivered by the other Party. 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(the \"Creditor\") instituted proceedings as plaintiff against the Company and Debtor as defendants in recovery of the sum of [AMOUNT] (the \"Action\"); WHEREAS in the Action, the Creditor has claimed the amount of [AMOUNT] from Debtor pursuant to a certain guarantee executed by him in favor of the Creditor; WHEREAS [COMPANY NAME] and the Creditor amalgamated effective [DATE], such that [COMPANY NAME] became a division of the Creditor; WHEREAS the parties have agreed to settle the Action upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth: NOW WHEREFORE, the parties hereto agree as follows: The Action is settled upon the terms hereinafter set forth. The parties shall execute a Declaration of Settlement Out Of Court in respect of the Action, which Declaration shall be remitted to the Bank, and which the Bank shall file in the court record on the latest of the trial date fixed for the Action, being [EFFECTIVE DATE], receipt of the initial payment provided for in Section 2 hereof and the date of registration of the Security contemplated in Section 2 hereof. Debtor hereby undertakes to pay to the Creditor the sum of [AMOUNT] in lawful currency of [COUNTRY] (the \"Settlement Amount\"), payable as set out below. Debtor shall pay to the Bank at its offices noted above the principal sum of [AMOUNT] in lawful currency of [COUNTRY] (the \"Principal Amount\"), by way of [NUMBER] equal consecutive monthly installments in the amount of [AMOUNT] each, payable on the [DATE] day of each month, commencing on [EFFECTIVE DATE] until full payment on [DATE] (the \"Payments\"). Concurrently with the execution hereof, Debtor shall deliver to the Creditor [NUMBER] check in the amount of [AMOUNT] each dated the [DATE] day of each month in payment of the Payments for [EFFECTIVE DATE] to [EFFECTIVE DATE] inclusively. Thereafter, Debtor shall deliver to the Creditor by or before [DATE] of each year, commencing [EFFECTIVE DATE] to [EFFECTIVE DATE] inclusively, [NUMBER] check in the amount of [AMOUNT] each dated the [NUMBER] day of each of the following [NUMBER] months in payment of the Payments for the said [NUMBER] month period. By or before [EFFECTIVE DATE], Debtor shall deliver to the Creditor [NUMBER] check in the amount of [AMOUNT] each dated the [NUMBER] day of each of the remaining [NUMBER] months in payment of the Payments for the said [NUMBER] month period. The Principal Amount shall bear interest from the date of any unremedied default at the rate of [PERCENTAGE %] percent per annum, calculated on the balance then outstanding and payable on demand. All interest not paid when due shall bear interest at the same rate calculated as aforesaid and payable on demand. The balance of [AMOUNT] (the \"Balance\") shall be paid to the Creditor by way of compensation and set-off against the amount of any commission which may become owing to Debtor by the Creditor on any sales of its assets which Debtor may make from time to time hereafter on behalf of the Creditor, and against the amount of any salary or other compensation which may become owing to him by the Creditor in respect of any other services of any nature whatsoever which Debtor may perform from time to time hereafter on behalf of the Creditor. The amount of such commissions, salary and/or other compensation shall be determined in accordance with the terms and conditions of any agreements which the Creditor and Debtor may enter into for the provision of such services by Debtor to the Creditor. The Creditor shall provide to Debtor on a regular basis a list of assets currently offered for sale by the Creditor and undertakes to give Debtor every opportunity, on a non-exclusive basis, to sell such assets and undertakes not to act unreasonably in considering any offer to purchase which Debtor may bring to the Creditor. In the event that the Balance has not been repaid in full on the date the last payment falls due under Section 2.1 hereof, Debtor shall pay off the amount of the Balance then outstanding (the \"Unpaid Balance\") by way of consecutive monthly installments in the amount of [AMOUNT] each, payable on the [DATE] day of each month, commencing [EFFECTIVE DATE] (the \"Extended Period\"). On [EFFECTIVE DATE], Debtor shall deliver to the Creditor the requisite number of check in the amount of [AMOUNT] each dated the [DATE] day of each month in payment of the Unpaid Balance, provided always that Debtor shall still be able to pay any or all of the Unpaid Balance during the Extended Period by way of compensation and set-off pursuant to the provisions of Section 2.3.1. Debtor shall have a grace period of [NUMBER] days from the date of any written notice of default to make any Payment due hereunder to remedy said default. In the event the default is not remedied within such period, Debtor shall lose the benefit of the term provided for herein and the entire balance of the Settlement Amount then outstanding shall become immediately due and payable. The Creditor shall then be entitled to demand payment in full of the outstanding amount of the Settlement Amount, by written notice of demand, without further notice, including prior notice of such acceleration, or delay. The Creditor shall, in addition to its right to accelerate payment in the event of an unremedied default to make any payment, be entitled to accelerate payment should the Creditor advise Debtor in writing of the discovery of any material omission of any encumbrance on any of the assets listed in Schedule C or of any other limitation or alteration in Debtor's right, title and interest in and to the assets listed in Schedule C, provided that Debtor shall have [NUMBER] days from the date of such notice to remedy the default such that the omission is no longer material, but not in the event of any other default hereunder. Concurrently with his execution of the present Settlement Agreement, Debtor shall execute demand promissory notes in the amounts of [AMOUNT] respectively, in the form of the promissory notes annexed hereto as Schedules A and B respectively, to be held by the Creditor as collateral security for the performance of Debtor's obligations under this Section 2. 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NOW, THEREFORE, it is agreed as follows: NON-DISCLOSURE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION Both Parties understand and agree that each Party may have access to the confidential information of the other party. For the purposes of this Agreement, \"Confidential Information\" means proprietary and confidential information about the Disclosing Party's (or it's suppliers') business or activities. Such information includes all business, financial, technical, and other information marked or designated by such Party as \"confidential\" or \"proprietary.\" Confidential Information also includes information which, by the nature of the circumstances surrounding the disclosure, ought in good faith to be treated as confidential. For the purposes of this Agreement, Confidential Information does not include: Information that is currently in the public domain or that enters the public domain after the signing of this Agreement. Information a Party lawfully receives from a third Party without restriction on disclosure and without breach of a non-disclosure obligation. Information that the Receiving Party knew prior to receiving any Confidential Information from the Disclosing Party. Information that the Receiving Party independently develops without reliance on any Confidential Information from the Disclosing Party. Each Party agrees that it will not disclose to any third Party or use any Confidential Information disclosed to it by the other Party except when expressly permitted in writing by the other Party. Each Party also agrees that it will take all reasonable measures to maintain the confidentiality of all Confidential Information of the other Party in its possession or control. TERM The term of this Agreement is [number] of [years/months] from the date of execution by both Parties. 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Number is [Insert], and its Business License Number is [insert]. Independent Contractor has complied with all Federal, State, and local laws regarding business permits, sales permits, licenses, reporting requirements, tax withholding requirements, and other legal requirements of any kind that may be required to carry out said business and the Scope of Work which is to be performed as an Independent Contractor pursuant to this Agreement. Independent Contractor is or remains open to conducting similar tasks or activities for clients other than the Company and holds themselves out to the public to be a separate business entity. Company desires to engage and contract for the services of the Independent Contractor to perform certain tasks as set forth below. Independent Contractor desires to enter into this Agreement and perform as an independent contractor for the company and is willing to do so on the terms and conditions set forth below. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals and the mutual promises and conditions contained in this Agreement, the Parties agree as follows: TERMS This Agreement shall be effective commencing [Date], and shall continue until terminated at the completion of the Scope of Work which shall occur no later than [Date] or by either party as otherwise provided herein. STATUS OF INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR This Agreement does not constitute a hiring by either party. It is the parties intentions that Independent Contractor shall have an independent contractor status and not be an employee for any purposes, including, but not limited to, [laws]. Independent Contractor shall retain sole and absolute discretion in the manner and means of carrying out their activities and responsibilities under this Agreement. This Agreement shall not be considered or construed to be a partnership or joint venture, and the Company shall not be liable for any obligations incurred by Independent Contractor unless specifically authorized in writing. Independent Contractor shall not act as an agent of the Company, ostensibly or otherwise, nor bind the Company in any manner, unless specifically authorized to do so in writing. TASKS, DUTIES, AND SCOPE OF WORK Independent Contractor agrees to devote as much time, attention, and energy as necessary to complete or achieve the following: [Describe]. The above to be referred to in this Agreement as the \"Scope of Work\". It is expected that the Scope of Work will completed by [Date]. Independent Contractor shall additionally perform any and all tasks and duties associated with the Scope of Work set forth above, including but not limited to, work being performed already or related change orders. Independent Contractor shall not be entitled to engage in any activities which are not expressly set forth by this Agreement. The books and records related to the Scope of Work set forth in this Agreement shall be maintained by the Independent Contractor at the Independent Contractor's principal place of business and open to inspection by Company during regular working hours. Documents to which Company will be entitled to inspect include, but are not limited to, any and all contract documents, change orders/purchase orders and work authorized by Independent Contractor or Company on existing or potential projects related to this Agreement. Independent Contractor shall be responsible to the management and directors of Company, but Independent Contractor will not be required to follow or establish a regular or daily work schedule. Supply all necessary equipment, materials and supplies. Independent Contractor will not rely on the equipment or offices of Company for completion of tasks and duties set forth pursuant to this Agreement. Any advice given Independent Contractors regarding the scope of work shall be considered a suggestion only, not an instruction. Company retains the right to inspect, stop, or alter the work of Independent Contractor to assure its conformity with this Agreement. ASSURANCE OF SERVICES Independent Contractor will assure that the following individuals (the \"Key Employees\") will be available to perform, and will perform, the Services hereunder until they are completed (identify by title and name as applicable): [Name of Key Employee, Title] [Name of Key Employee, Title] The Key Employees may be changed only with the prior written approval of the Company, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. COMPENSATION Independent Contractor shall be entitled to compensation for performing those tasks and duties related to the Scope of Work as follows: [Describe] Such compensation shall become due and payable to Independent Contractor in the following time, place, and manner: [Describe] NOTICE CONCERNING WITHHOLDING OF TAXES Independent Contractor recognizes and understands that it will receive a [specify tax] statement and related tax statements, and will be required to file corporate and/or individual tax returns and to pay taxes in accordance with all provisions of applicable Federal and State law. Independent Contractor hereby promises and agrees to indemnify the Company for any damages or expenses, including attorney's fees, and legal expenses, incurred by the Company as a result of independent contractor's failure to make such required payments. AGREEMENT TO WAIVE RIGHTS TO BENEFITS Independent Contractor hereby waives and foregoes the right to receive any benefits given by Company to its regular employees, including, but not limited to, health benefits, vacation and sick leave benefits, profit sharing plans, etc. This waiver is applicable to all non-salary benefits which might otherwise be found to accrue to the Independent Contractor by virtue of their services to Company, and is effective for the entire duration of Independent Contractor's agreement with Company. This waiver is effective independently of Independent Contractor's employment status as adjudged for taxation purposes or for any other purpose. Neither this Agreement, nor any duties or obligations under this Agreement may be assigned by either party without the consent of the other. TERMINATION This Agreement may be terminated prior to the completion or achievement of the Scope of Work by either party giving [number] days written notice. Such termination shall not prejudice any other remedy to which the terminating party may be entitled, either by law, in equity, or under this Agreement. NON-DISCLOSURE OF TRADE SECRETS, CUSTOMER LISTS AND OTHER PROPRIETARY INFORMATION Independent Contractor agrees not to disclose or communicate, in any manner, either during or after Independent Contractor's agreement with Company, information about Company, its operations, clientele, or any other information, that relate to the business of Company including, but not limited to, the names of its customers, its marketing strategies, operations, or any other information of any kind which would be deemed confidential, a trade secret, a customer list, or other form of proprietary information of Company. Independent Contractor acknowledges that the above information is material and confidential and that it affects the profitability of Company. 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WHEREAS A. Contractor has experience and expertise in [DESCRIBE EXPERIENCE AND SERVICE]. B. Customer desires to have Contractor provide services for them. C. Contractor desires to provide services to Customer on the terms and conditions set forth herein (the \"Services\"). NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals, the representations, warranties, and agreements contained in this Agreement and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are now acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows: SERVICES PROVIDED Beginning on upon agreement to this contract, [CONTRACTOR] will provide to [CUSTOMER] the following service (collectively, the /Services\"): Description of the project: [DESCRIBE THE SERVICE REQUIRED]. SCOPE OF WORK Contractor agrees to provide Services pursuant to the Scope of Work set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto (the \"Scope of Work\"). TERM Unless both parties mutually agree on an extension, this contract will automatically terminate on [SPECIFY]. PERFORMANCE The parties agree to do everything possible to ensure that the terms of this Agreement take effect. PAYMENT FOR SERVICES In exchange for the Services rendered, a payment of [SPECIFY] will be made to the Contractor upon completion of the scheduled Services described in this Contract. If an invoice is not paid on the due date, interest will be added to the current balance. These amounts shall be payable, and the Customer shall pay all overdue amounts at the lesser of [SPECIFY] per cent per annum or the maximum percentage permitted by applicable law. Or Customer will pay Contractor as follows: [SPECIFY]. DELIVERY OF SERVICES The Contractor will exercise due diligence in the provision of services. However, the Customer acknowledges that the indicated delivery times and other payment milestones listed in Scope of Work are estimates and do not constitute final delivery dates. SECURITY The Contractor must make reasonable security arrangement to protect Material from unauthorized access, collection, use, alteration or disposal. OWNERSHIP RIGHT The Customer shall hold the copyright for the agreed version of the Services as delivered, and the Customer's copyright notice may be displayed in the final version. All works, ideas, discoveries, inventions, patents, products or other information that may be protected by copyright (collectively, the \"Work Product\" developed in whole or in part by the Contractor in connection with the Services, shall be the exclusive property of the Customer. Upon request, the Contractor shall execute all documents necessary to confirm or perfect the exclusive ownership of the Customer's \"Work Product\". The Contractor retains exclusive rights to pre-existing materials used in the Customer's projects. The Customer shall not have the right to reuse, resell or otherwise transfer material belonging to the contractor or third parties. The Contractor reserves the right to use the finished public product as an example of a product. RETURN OF PROPERTY Upon the expiry or termination of this Agreement, the Contractor will return to the Customer any property, documentation, records or Confidential Information which is the property of the Customer. COMPENSATION For all services rendered by the Contractor under this Agreement, the Customer shall indemnify the Contractor. In the event that the Customer fails to make any of the payments mentioned, the Contractor shall have the right, but shall not be obliged, to exercise any of the following remedies: ","Service Agreement","https://templates.business-in-a-box.com/imgs/1000px/service-agreement-D12711.png","https://templates.business-in-a-box.com/imgs/250px/12711.png","https://templates.business-in-a-box.com/svgs/docviewerWebApp1.html?v6#12711.xml",{"title":150,"description":6},"service agreement",[152,153],{"label":17,"url":97},{"label":17,"url":97},"/template/service-agreement-D12711",{"description":156,"descriptionCustom":6,"label":157,"pages":158,"size":89,"extension":10,"preview":159,"thumb":160,"svgFrame":161,"seoMetadata":162,"parents":164,"keywords":163,"url":172},"EVENT AGREEMENT This Event Agreement (the \"Agreement\") is effective [DATE], BETWEEN: [EVENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY] (the \"company\"), a company organized and existing under the laws of the [State/Province] of [STATE/PROVINCE], with its head office located at: [YOUR COMPLETE ADDRESS] AND: [CLIENT NAME] (the \"Client\"), a company organized and existing under the laws of the [State/Province] of [STATE/PROVINCE], with its head office located at: [COMPLETE ADDRESS] Together, [EVENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY] and [CLIENT NAME] (together, \"Parties\") sets forth the agreement between the Parties relating to event planning services to be provided by the company for Client for the event identified in this Contract. TERM This Agreement shall remain in force from the date first set forth in section 3 for a period of [NUMBER] hour(s). This term shall always be subject to the termination provisions set forth herein. APPOINTMENT OF EVENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY [COMPANY NAME] agrees to employ the company to perform the services set forth herein and event management company agrees to perform these services. The scope of this employment will be as follows: [Describe scope of the agreement in geographical terms, e.g., \"From [COUNTRY] to [COUNTRY]\"] These services will encompass all modes of transportation. EVENT DETAILS Client is hiring the company to execute the planned event in question, and related services, for the following event (\"Event\"): Date: [Event Date] Catering arrival time: [Arrival Time] (\"Start Time\") Event start time (for guests): [Event Start Time] (\"Start Time\") Event end time (for guests): [Event End Time] (\"End Time\") Location: [Event Venue] (\"Venue\") Estimated number of guests: [Guest Count] EVENT PLANNING SERVICES a) Scope of Services The Parties have agreed to the event idea attached to this Agreement. The company reserves the right to make small changes to the plan if initial ideas are unable to be sourced due to reasons beyond the control of the Parties. The following limitations will apply to this reservation of right - [Event Limitations on Alterations]. The company is responsible for the coordination and execution of the planned event. This shall include handling on-site logistics and additional duties including: [LIST ADDITIONAL DUTIES] b) Responsibilities for Related Costs Client is solely responsible for all costs and/or deposits relating to use of the Venue, and for obtaining any necessary permissions, authorizations, or other requirement of event management company providing services at the Venue. PAYMENT TERMS a) Total Costs In exchange for the services of the event management company as specified in this Contract, Client will pay to the company $ [Total Cost]. As of the signing of this Contract, the total amount is estimated to be $ [Total Cost] (\"Estimated Total Cost\"). Payment will be made to the company as follows: $ [Event Deposit] deposit due on the date of signing, and the balance of approximately $ [Total of Second Payment] will be due [Time Period] in advance of the event. The exact amount due will be determined, and provided from Client to event management company in writing, [Time Period] in advance of the Event along with a Final Guest Count. b) Responsibilities for Related Costs Client is solely responsible for all costs and/or deposits relating to use of the Venue, and for obtaining any necessary permissions, authorizations, or other requirement of the company providing services at the Venue. c) Insurance and Indemnification The company has, or will obtain, general liability insurance relating to the company's services at the Event","Event Contract","4","https://templates.business-in-a-box.com/imgs/1000px/event-contract-D12805.png","https://templates.business-in-a-box.com/imgs/250px/12805.png","https://templates.business-in-a-box.com/svgs/docviewerWebApp1.html?v6#12805.xml",{"title":163,"description":6},"event contract",[165,168,171],{"label":166,"url":167},"Sales & Marketing","sales-marketing",{"label":169,"url":170},"Press & Media","press-media",{"label":166,"url":167},"/template/event-contract-D12805",false,{"seo":175,"reviewer":186,"legal_disclaimer":190,"quick_facts":191,"at_a_glance":193,"personas":197,"variants":222,"glossary":249,"clauses":283,"how_to_fill":334,"common_mistakes":370,"faqs":395,"industries":423,"comparisons":440,"diy_vs_lawyer":454,"jurisdictions":467,"related_template_ids_curated":488,"schema":497,"classification":498},{"meta_title":176,"meta_description":177,"primary_keyword":178,"secondary_keywords":179},"Unilateral Liability Release Template (Free Word)","Free unilateral liability release template for waivers, events, and services. Covers assumption of risk, indemnification, and release language. Free Word and PDF download.","unilateral liability release template",[180,181,182,183,184,185],"liability release form template","release of liability form","liability release template word","liability waiver form free download","assumption of risk waiver template","liability release agreement template",{"name":187,"credential":188,"reviewed_date":189},"Bruno Goulet","CEO, Business in a Box","2026-05-02",true,{"difficulty":192,"legal_review_recommended":190,"signature_required":190,"notarization_required":173},"medium",{"what_it_is":194,"when_you_need_it":195,"whats_inside":196},"A Unilateral Liability Release is a one-sided legal document in which one party — the releasing party — agrees to waive their right to bring claims against a second party — the released party — for injuries, losses, or damages arising from a specified activity or transaction. This free Word download gives you a court-tested structure you can edit online and export as PDF for signing before any event, service engagement, or high-risk activity.\n","Use it before a participant takes part in a physical activity, recreational event, or service that carries inherent risk of injury or property damage. It is also appropriate when settling a potential claim before it escalates to litigation, or when a vendor or contractor requires a release before delivering services.\n","Parties identification, recitals explaining the purpose of the release, assumption of risk clause, release and waiver of claims, indemnification and hold-harmless language, representation of voluntary execution, governing law, and signature block with a capacity acknowledgment.\n",[198,202,206,210,214,218],{"title":199,"use_case":200,"icon_asset_id":201},"Event organizers","Protecting against participant injury claims at races, festivals, or workshops","persona-event-organizer",{"title":203,"use_case":204,"icon_asset_id":205},"Fitness studios and gyms","Requiring members to waive claims before using equipment or joining classes","persona-gym-owner",{"title":207,"use_case":208,"icon_asset_id":209},"Outdoor adventure operators","Covering liability before clients participate in hiking, climbing, or water sports","persona-adventure-operator",{"title":211,"use_case":212,"icon_asset_id":213},"Small business owners","Releasing liability when clients or customers enter business premises or use services","persona-small-business-owner",{"title":215,"use_case":216,"icon_asset_id":217},"Healthcare and wellness practitioners","Having patients or clients waive claims before elective or alternative treatments","persona-healthcare-practitioner",{"title":219,"use_case":220,"icon_asset_id":221},"Contractors and tradespeople","Obtaining a client release before performing work that carries property-damage risk","persona-contractor",[223,227,231,235,239,242,246],{"situation":224,"recommended_template":225,"slug":226},"Both parties agree to release claims against each other","Mutual Release Agreement","mutual-release-D1043",{"situation":228,"recommended_template":229,"slug":230},"Settling a specific personal injury claim after the fact","Settlement Agreement and Release","general-release-and-settlement-agreement-D12554",{"situation":232,"recommended_template":233,"slug":234},"Child participating in a minor's activity requiring parental consent","Minor Release and Parental Consent Form","media-consent-form-D12885",{"situation":236,"recommended_template":237,"slug":238},"Employee waiving claims related to workplace separation","Employee Release Agreement","employee-reference-release-agreement-D674",{"situation":240,"recommended_template":87,"slug":241},"Vendor requiring a hold-harmless agreement before performing services","hold-harmless-agreement-D12882",{"situation":243,"recommended_template":244,"slug":245},"Property owner protecting against visitor injury claims","Property Liability Waiver","liability-waiver-D12884",{"situation":247,"recommended_template":248,"slug":234},"Participant in a clinical trial or research study","Informed Consent and Release Form",[250,253,256,259,262,265,268,271,274,277,280],{"term":251,"definition":252},"Releasing Party","The individual or entity who gives up their right to bring claims — typically the participant, client, or customer signing the form.",{"term":254,"definition":255},"Released Party","The individual or entity protected by the release — typically the business, operator, or service provider.",{"term":257,"definition":258},"Assumption of Risk","A clause in which the releasing party acknowledges that they are aware of the inherent dangers of an activity and voluntarily accept those risks.",{"term":260,"definition":261},"Hold-Harmless Clause","Language requiring the releasing party to protect the released party from third-party claims arising from the activity covered by the release.",{"term":263,"definition":264},"Indemnification","An obligation by one party to compensate the other for losses, damages, or legal costs arising from a specified event or claim.",{"term":266,"definition":267},"Gross Negligence","A severe form of carelessness or reckless disregard for others' safety — most jurisdictions do not allow a release to waive liability for gross negligence.",{"term":269,"definition":270},"Consideration","Something of value exchanged between the parties to make a contract enforceable — in a release, consideration is often the right to participate in the activity or receive the service.",{"term":272,"definition":273},"Unconscionability","A legal doctrine that allows courts to void a contract — or a clause — that is so one-sided or oppressive that enforcing it would be fundamentally unfair.",{"term":275,"definition":276},"Enforceability","Whether a court will uphold the release's terms — affected by clarity of language, voluntariness of signing, scope of the waiver, and applicable jurisdiction.",{"term":278,"definition":279},"Severability Clause","A provision stating that if any part of the release is found unenforceable, the rest of the agreement remains in effect.",{"term":281,"definition":282},"Indemnitor","The party who agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other — in a unilateral release, this is typically the releasing party.",[284,289,294,299,304,309,314,319,324,329],{"name":285,"plain_english":286,"sample_language":287,"common_mistake":288},"Parties and recitals","Identifies the releasing party and the released party by full legal name, and briefly describes the activity, event, or transaction that prompted the release.","This Release is entered into as of [DATE] between [RELEASING PARTY FULL NAME] ('Participant') and [RELEASED PARTY LEGAL NAME], a [STATE] [ENTITY TYPE] ('Company'). Participant wishes to [PARTICIPATE IN / RECEIVE] [ACTIVITY / SERVICE DESCRIPTION] operated by Company.","Using a trade name or 'doing business as' name instead of the full registered legal entity name. If the released party entity is misidentified, the release may not protect the correct legal person or company.",{"name":290,"plain_english":291,"sample_language":292,"common_mistake":293},"Assumption of risk","States that the releasing party acknowledges specific, identified risks inherent to the activity and voluntarily accepts those risks as a condition of participation.","Participant acknowledges that [ACTIVITY NAME] involves inherent risks including, without limitation, [LIST OF SPECIFIC RISKS — e.g., physical injury, equipment failure, adverse weather conditions], and that participation involves risk of serious injury or death. Participant voluntarily assumes all such risks.","Using a generic, non-specific list of risks such as 'any and all dangers.' Courts in many jurisdictions require that risks be specifically identified and described for an assumption-of-risk clause to be enforceable.",{"name":295,"plain_english":296,"sample_language":297,"common_mistake":298},"Release and waiver of claims","The core operative clause in which the releasing party formally relinquishes any legal claims — past, present, or future — against the released party arising from the covered activity.","In consideration of being permitted to participate in [ACTIVITY], Participant hereby releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue [RELEASED PARTY LEGAL NAME], its officers, directors, employees, agents, and successors from any and all claims, demands, damages, actions, or causes of action arising out of or relating to Participant's participation in [ACTIVITY], whether caused by the negligence of Company or otherwise.","Failing to extend the release to the released party's employees, agents, and affiliates. A release that names only the company entity may leave individuals personally exposed to claims.",{"name":300,"plain_english":301,"sample_language":302,"common_mistake":303},"Indemnification and hold-harmless","Requires the releasing party to defend and compensate the released party against any third-party claims arising from the releasing party's participation or conduct.","Participant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless [RELEASED PARTY LEGAL NAME] and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, costs, and expenses — including reasonable attorneys' fees — arising out of or related to Participant's participation in [ACTIVITY] or breach of this Agreement.","Omitting the indemnification clause entirely and relying only on the waiver. If a third party — such as a bystander — files a claim arising from the releasing party's conduct, the waiver alone offers no protection.",{"name":305,"plain_english":306,"sample_language":307,"common_mistake":308},"Exclusion of gross negligence and willful misconduct","Clarifies which types of conduct the release does not cover — specifically, gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing by the released party — to maintain enforceability and legal compliance.","Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing in this Release shall operate to release [RELEASED PARTY LEGAL NAME] from liability arising from its own gross negligence or willful misconduct.","Drafting the release to cover all negligence without any carve-out. Courts in most jurisdictions will strike down a release that purports to waive gross negligence, often invalidating the entire agreement rather than just the offending clause.",{"name":310,"plain_english":311,"sample_language":312,"common_mistake":313},"Representation of voluntary execution","States that the releasing party is signing freely, without duress or coercion, has read and understood the document, and has had the opportunity to seek legal advice.","Participant represents that they have read this Release in its entirety, understand its terms, and are signing it voluntarily and of their own free will. Participant acknowledges they have had the opportunity to consult legal counsel prior to signing.","Burying this representation in fine print at the bottom of a densely worded form. Courts have voided releases where the signing party credibly argued they did not understand what they were waiving — conspicuous presentation matters.",{"name":315,"plain_english":316,"sample_language":317,"common_mistake":318},"Severability","Provides that if any clause in the release is found unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions continue in full force.","If any provision of this Release is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.","Omitting severability language. Without it, a court that voids even one clause — such as an overbroad risk assumption — may void the entire release rather than severing the offending provision.",{"name":320,"plain_english":321,"sample_language":322,"common_mistake":323},"Governing law and jurisdiction","Specifies which state or country's law governs the release and which courts have jurisdiction over disputes.","This Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [STATE], without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising under this Release shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of [COUNTY], [STATE].","Choosing a governing jurisdiction with no connection to where the activity takes place. Several states apply local law regardless of the parties' contractual choice — particularly when the release covers activities occurring within their borders.",{"name":325,"plain_english":326,"sample_language":327,"common_mistake":328},"Entire agreement and modifications","Confirms the release is the complete agreement between the parties on the subject matter and that changes must be made in writing to be effective.","This Release constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior representations, agreements, and understandings. No modification shall be binding unless made in writing and signed by both parties.","Not including this clause, leaving room for the releasing party to argue that prior verbal assurances — for example, 'this form is just a formality' — modified or negated the written terms.",{"name":330,"plain_english":331,"sample_language":332,"common_mistake":333},"Signature block and capacity acknowledgment","Captures the releasing party's signature, printed name, date, and a confirmation that they are of legal age and have authority to sign.","By signing below, Participant confirms they are at least [18] years of age (or have obtained parental consent as required), have read this Release, and agree to be bound by its terms. Signature: _______________ | Printed Name: [PARTICIPANT NAME] | Date: [DATE]","Using a checkbox or digital acknowledgment without a signature in jurisdictions that require a signed writing for releases to be enforceable. Confirm whether electronic signatures satisfy local requirements before going paperless.",[335,340,345,350,355,360,365],{"step":336,"title":337,"description":338,"tip":339},1,"Identify both parties by full legal name","Enter the releasing party's full legal name and the released party's registered entity name — not a trade name or DBA. Include the entity type (LLC, corporation, sole proprietor) and state of formation.","Cross-reference your business registration or certificate of incorporation to confirm the exact legal name before finalizing the form.",{"step":341,"title":342,"description":343,"tip":344},2,"Describe the activity or event with specificity","Name the activity, event, or service covered by the release in concrete terms. Include the location, date, and any key parameters that define the scope of the risk being released.","Courts interpret ambiguities against the drafter. 'Participation in the June 2026 Trail Running Event at [LOCATION]' is more defensible than 'any outdoor activity.'",{"step":346,"title":347,"description":348,"tip":349},3,"List specific, identifiable risks in the assumption-of-risk clause","Replace generic risk language with a specific enumeration of the hazards inherent to the activity — falls, equipment failure, adverse weather, physical contact, or similar risks relevant to the event.","The more specific and accurate the risk list, the harder it is for a releasing party to later claim they were unaware of a particular danger.",{"step":351,"title":352,"description":353,"tip":354},4,"Extend the release to all related persons and entities","Ensure the release clause covers not just the named company but also its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, agents, affiliates, and successors. A release that names only the entity may leave individuals personally exposed.","If your event involves a venue or co-organizer, consider adding them as additional released parties with their full legal names.",{"step":356,"title":357,"description":358,"tip":359},5,"Confirm the governing law matches where the activity occurs","Set the governing law to the state or province where the activity will take place — not just where your business is incorporated. Some jurisdictions override contractual choice-of-law when the release covers local activities.","If the activity crosses state lines — such as a multi-state race — consult a lawyer to identify which jurisdiction's law is most likely to apply.",{"step":361,"title":362,"description":363,"tip":364},6,"Present the form conspicuously before participation","Give the releasing party the document in advance — not at the last moment before the activity begins. Ensure the font is legible, the waiver language is highlighted or set apart, and the person has time to read it.","Some jurisdictions require that waiver language appear above the signature line in bold or all caps to be enforceable. Check local requirements before finalizing formatting.",{"step":366,"title":367,"description":368,"tip":369},7,"Obtain a wet or valid electronic signature and store the original","Have the releasing party sign and date the form. Collect the signed copy before the activity begins. Store executed releases in a secure, searchable file — either physical or digital — for at least the applicable statute of limitations period.","If using electronic signatures, confirm that your jurisdiction's e-signature law (e.g., ESIGN, UETA, or provincial equivalent) covers liability releases, and retain an audit trail showing when and how the signature was obtained.",[371,375,379,383,387,391],{"mistake":372,"why_it_matters":373,"fix":374},"Using generic, non-specific risk language","Courts have refused to enforce releases that list risks as 'any and all dangers' without identifying the actual hazards of the specific activity. A vague clause looks like a trap rather than informed consent.","Enumerate at least four to six specific, activity-relevant risks by name. For a kayaking event, name capsizing, swift currents, cold water shock, and equipment failure — not just 'water-related hazards.'",{"mistake":376,"why_it_matters":377,"fix":378},"Presenting the form at the last minute under time pressure","A release signed moments before an activity starts — when the participant has no practical ability to decline — is vulnerable to an unconscionability argument. Courts have voided releases signed under take-it-or-leave-it conditions with no time to review.","Send the release to participants at least 24–48 hours before the event. For ongoing services, include it in the onboarding process, not at the point of first service delivery.",{"mistake":380,"why_it_matters":381,"fix":382},"Omitting the indemnification clause","A waiver prevents the releasing party from suing the released party directly — but it does not stop a third party from suing the released party for harm caused by the releasing party's conduct. Without indemnification, the business bears that cost alone.","Include an indemnification clause requiring the releasing party to defend and compensate the released party against any third-party claims arising from the releasing party's participation or conduct.",{"mistake":384,"why_it_matters":385,"fix":386},"Attempting to release gross negligence or willful misconduct","A release clause that purports to waive gross negligence or intentional acts is void in most jurisdictions — and in some states, its presence can taint the entire release, rendering even the valid portions unenforceable.","Include an explicit carve-out stating the release does not cover the released party's gross negligence or willful misconduct. This protects enforceability of the remainder of the document.",{"mistake":388,"why_it_matters":389,"fix":390},"Failing to store signed copies before the activity begins","A release that cannot be produced in court is effectively no release at all. Signed forms that are lost, unsigned, or obtained after the fact provide no legal protection when a claim arises.","Implement a process that prevents participation until a signed release is confirmed in your records — whether a digital submission receipt, a physical file check-in, or a wristband issued only upon signed form collection.",{"mistake":392,"why_it_matters":393,"fix":394},"Not updating the release when activities or services change","A release covering Trail Running Event 2024 does not automatically cover Trail Running Event 2026 with a different route, new equipment, or added activities. Using a stale release creates enforceability gaps.","Review and re-issue the release form for each event or season. Have returning participants sign a current-year release even if they signed one in a prior year.",[396,399,402,405,408,411,414,417,420],{"question":397,"answer":398},"What is a unilateral liability release?","A unilateral liability release is a one-sided legal document in which one party — the signer — gives up their right to bring claims against a second party for injuries, losses, or damages arising from a specified activity or transaction. Unlike a mutual release, only one party is waiving claims. Businesses use them before events, service engagements, or activities that carry inherent risk of physical injury or property damage.\n",{"question":400,"answer":401},"Is a liability release enforceable?","A liability release is generally enforceable when it is clearly written, specifically identifies the risks being waived, is presented voluntarily with adequate time to review, is supported by consideration, and does not attempt to release gross negligence or intentional misconduct. Enforceability varies by jurisdiction — some states impose stricter requirements for conspicuous presentation or ban releases entirely for certain activity types. Consulting a lawyer familiar with local law is recommended before relying on a release for high-stakes activities.\n",{"question":403,"answer":404},"Can a liability release cover negligence?","In most US states, a clearly drafted release can waive claims based on ordinary negligence — meaning careless but not reckless conduct. Gross negligence and intentional misconduct cannot be waived in virtually any jurisdiction. Some states, including Virginia, Louisiana, and Montana, impose additional restrictions on negligence waivers. Always include a carve-out for gross negligence in the release language to protect the document's overall enforceability.\n",{"question":406,"answer":407},"What is the difference between a unilateral release and a mutual release?","In a unilateral release, only one party — typically the participant or client — waives their right to make claims. In a mutual release, both parties release each other simultaneously, typically used to resolve an existing dispute or end a business relationship. Use a unilateral release when the risk runs in one direction; use a mutual release when both sides have potential claims against each other.\n",{"question":409,"answer":410},"Can parents sign a liability release on behalf of a minor?","Parental consent to a liability release on behalf of a minor is not enforceable in many US states — California, New York, and Florida have all restricted or voided parental pre-injury releases for commercial activities. In Canada and the UK, similar restrictions apply. Some states do allow parental releases in specific contexts, such as school-sponsored activities. Businesses regularly dealing with minors should consult a lawyer to determine what protection is available and whether additional insurance is necessary.\n",{"question":412,"answer":413},"Does a liability release need to be notarized?","Notarization is not required for a standard liability release to be enforceable in most jurisdictions. A signature — wet or valid electronic — is generally sufficient. Some states may require notarization for specific types of high-stakes releases, such as those involving real property or settlements exceeding a statutory threshold. Check local requirements if the release covers unusual circumstances or high-value transactions.\n",{"question":415,"answer":416},"How long should I keep signed liability releases?","Retain signed releases for at least as long as the applicable statute of limitations for personal injury claims in your jurisdiction — typically two to three years in most US states and Canadian provinces, and three to six years in the UK. For activities involving minors, retain the release until at least two to three years after the minor reaches the age of majority, as statutes of limitations for minors often do not begin running until they turn 18.\n",{"question":418,"answer":419},"Can a liability release be signed electronically?","Electronic signatures are generally valid for liability releases in the US under ESIGN and UETA, in Canada under provincial e-signature legislation, and in the UK under the Electronic Communications Act 2000. The key requirements are that the signer clearly consented to electronic signing, the signature is reliably linked to the document, and an audit trail is retained. Some jurisdictions or activity types may impose additional requirements — confirm local rules and maintain a complete record of how and when the signature was obtained.\n",{"question":421,"answer":422},"What happens if part of a liability release is found unenforceable?","If the release includes a severability clause — as it should — a court that invalidates one provision will preserve the remainder of the agreement. Without severability language, a court may void the entire release when it finds a single clause unenforceable. This is why including both a severability clause and a carve-out for gross negligence is standard practice — the carve-out preserves the document's enforceability, and the severability clause ensures that any remaining problem clause does not take down the whole release.\n",[424,428,432,436],{"industry":425,"icon_asset_id":426,"specifics":427},"Sports, Recreation, and Fitness","industry-fitness","Releases for gyms, fitness classes, races, and adventure sports must enumerate specific physical risks and are subject to strict enforceability review in states like California — making precise risk language and conspicuous presentation critical.",{"industry":429,"icon_asset_id":430,"specifics":431},"Events and Entertainment","industry-events","Concert venues, festivals, and experiential events use releases to address crowd-related injuries, equipment hazards, and photography rights — often as part of a broader terms-and-conditions acceptance at ticketing.",{"industry":433,"icon_asset_id":434,"specifics":435},"Healthcare and Wellness","industry-healthtech","Elective and alternative treatment providers use releases to address treatment risks and outcomes, though releases cannot waive professional malpractice liability in most jurisdictions and must be paired with informed consent documentation.",{"industry":437,"icon_asset_id":438,"specifics":439},"Construction and Trades","industry-construction","Contractors obtain releases from property owners before performing work that carries risk of damage to adjacent structures or landscaping, though releases do not substitute for proper licensing, insurance, or building code compliance.",[441,444,447,450],{"vs":225,"vs_template_id":442,"summary":443},"mutual-release-agreement-D12745","A mutual release agreement requires both parties to waive claims against each other simultaneously — commonly used when settling an existing dispute or terminating a business relationship. A unilateral release is one-sided: only the participant or client waives claims. Use a unilateral release when risk flows in one direction; use a mutual release when both sides have potential exposure to each other's claims.",{"vs":87,"vs_template_id":445,"summary":446},"hold-harmless-agreement-D13258","A hold-harmless agreement focuses on the indemnification obligation — requiring one party to shield the other from third-party claims — and is often embedded within a service or vendor contract. A unilateral liability release is a standalone document focused on waiving the releasing party's own direct claims. The two are complementary: many strong releases include both a waiver and hold-harmless language in the same document.",{"vs":102,"vs_template_id":448,"summary":449},"settlement-agreement-D13398","A settlement agreement resolves a specific, identified dispute after a claim has arisen — it typically includes a monetary payment and a mutual or unilateral release as part of the resolution. A unilateral liability release is a pre-incident document signed before any injury or claim exists. Settlement agreements are reactive; liability releases are preventive.",{"vs":451,"vs_template_id":452,"summary":453},"Indemnification Agreement","D{INDEMNIFICATION_AGREEMENT_ID}","An indemnification agreement is a standalone contract in which one party agrees to cover the other's losses from specified events — focused entirely on the financial obligation to compensate. A unilateral liability release combines a waiver of direct claims with indemnification language, making it broader in scope. Standalone indemnification agreements are more common in commercial vendor relationships; unilateral releases are standard in consumer-facing or participant-based contexts.",{"use_template":455,"template_plus_review":459,"custom_drafted":463},{"best_for":456,"cost":457,"time":458},"Small businesses, event organizers, and fitness studios running standard, low-to-medium-risk activities in states with well-established release case law","Free","15–30 minutes",{"best_for":460,"cost":461,"time":462},"Higher-risk activities, operations in California or other restrictive states, or any release that will be used repeatedly at scale","$200–$500 for a one-time attorney review","2–5 business days",{"best_for":464,"cost":465,"time":466},"Multi-jurisdiction operations, releases covering minors, regulated healthcare or clinical settings, or activities with significant injury history","$800–$2,500+","1–2 weeks",[468,473,478,483],{"code":469,"name":470,"flag_asset_id":471,"note":472},"us","United States","flag-us","Enforceability varies sharply by state. California courts apply strict scrutiny to pre-injury releases and often void them for public-policy reasons in commercial contexts. Virginia, Louisiana, and Montana have additional restrictions on negligence waivers. Most states require that waiver language be conspicuous — often bold or capitalized — and that the specific risks be clearly identified. Gross negligence cannot be waived in any US jurisdiction.",{"code":474,"name":475,"flag_asset_id":476,"note":477},"ca","Canada","flag-ca","Most provinces enforce liability releases for recreational and commercial activities if the language is clear, specific, and brought to the signing party's attention before the activity. British Columbia requires release language to be 'brought to the attention of the person' under the Occupiers Liability Act. Parental releases on behalf of minors are not enforceable in most provinces. Quebec, as a civil-law jurisdiction, applies different rules — releases are assessed under the Civil Code and may require additional formalities.",{"code":479,"name":480,"flag_asset_id":481,"note":482},"uk","United Kingdom","flag-uk","The Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 (UCTA) prevents businesses from excluding or restricting liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence in business-to-consumer contracts — meaning unilateral releases cannot waive such claims for consumer-facing activities. In B2B contexts, exclusion clauses must satisfy a reasonableness test under UCTA. Releases that survive UCTA scrutiny must be clear, specific, and incorporated into the contract before the relevant risk arises.",{"code":484,"name":485,"flag_asset_id":486,"note":487},"eu","European Union","flag-eu","The EU Unfair Contract Terms Directive prohibits unfair terms in consumer contracts — including liability exclusions that create a significant imbalance to the consumer's detriment. Member states implement this directive differently: Germany, France, and the Netherlands impose some of the strictest consumer-protection restrictions on liability waivers. B2B releases generally face less scrutiny but must still satisfy reasonableness standards under national contract law. GDPR obligations apply if the release form collects personal data.",[226,241,489,490,491,492,493,494,234,230,495,496],"settlement-agreement-D916","non-disclosure-agreement-nda-D12692","independent-contractor-agreement-D160","service-agreement-D12711","event-contract-D12805","florida-liability-waiver-form-D13979","indemnity-agreement-D885","assumption-of-risk-on-proposed-name-D5188",{"emit_how_to":190,"emit_defined_term":190},{"primary_folder":97,"secondary_folder":499,"document_type":500,"industry":501,"business_stage":502,"tags":503,"confidence":508},"transfers-terminations-and-releases","agreement","general","all-stages",[504,505,500,506,507],"legal","risk-management","liability-release","waiver",0.95,"\u003Ch2>What is a Unilateral Liability Release?\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>A \u003Cstrong>Unilateral Liability Release\u003C/strong> is a one-sided legal document in which one party — the releasing party — formally relinquishes their right to bring legal claims against a second party — the released party — for injuries, losses, or damages arising from a defined activity, event, or transaction. Unlike a mutual release, only the participant or client gives up rights; the business or operator does not waive anything in return. The release works by combining three legal mechanisms: an assumption-of-risk acknowledgment, a waiver of direct claims, and an indemnification obligation that protects the released party from third-party claims arising from the releasing party's conduct. For a release to be generally enforceable, it must be voluntarily signed, supported by consideration — typically the right to participate in the activity — clearly identify the risks being waived, and stop short of releasing gross negligence or intentional misconduct.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Why You Need This Document\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Without a signed liability release, a single injury claim from a participant, client, or visitor can expose your business to uncapped litigation costs — even when the risk was inherent to the activity and the injured party knew what they were signing up for. Courts apply a presumption that injured parties did not consent to risks they were never asked to acknowledge. A properly drafted and executed release shifts that presumption: it documents that the releasing party was informed, understood the hazards, and voluntarily accepted them before the activity began. The indemnification clause goes further, requiring the releasing party to defend and reimburse you if their conduct causes a third party to file a claim against your business. This template gives you court-tested language structured to survive scrutiny — including specific risk enumeration, a gross-negligence carve-out, severability, and a capacity acknowledgment — so the document holds up when it matters most.\u003C/p>\n",1781185911196]