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Sport or trip liability waiver template (US)
A general template under US law. Laws differ from state to state, so check it against your state's law or with a lawyer licensed there. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice.
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Activity Waiver and Release of Liability
Please read carefully. This document affects your legal rights.
Participant: Participant Name
Date of birth: Participant Date of Birth
Phone: Participant Phone
Emergency contact: Emergency Contact Name and Phone
Organizer: Organizer Name, at Organizer Address ("Organizer")
Activity: Activity Name, at Activity Location, on Activity Date or Period
1. Risks
I understand that this activity has risks, including Specific Risks of the Activity, which may cause injury, illness, death or damage to property.
2. Assumption of Risk
I take part voluntarily, and I accept these risks to the extent the law allows.
3. Release
To the extent the law allows, I release Organizer and its staff and volunteers from claims for injury or damage arising from ordinary negligence in this activity. This release does not cover gross negligence or intentional harm. Waivers are not enforced in the same way in every state, and some states restrict them, especially for minors.
4. Health
I confirm that I am fit to take part, and I have told Organizer about these conditions: Health Conditions or None. I allow emergency medical treatment if I cannot give consent, and I am responsible for its cost.
5. Rules
I will follow the rules and staff directions, and use the safety equipment provided. Organizer may remove anyone who acts unsafely.
6. Governing Law
This document is governed by the laws of the State of Governing State. If any part is unenforceable, the rest stays in effect.
I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT, I UNDERSTAND IT, AND I AM SIGNING IT VOLUNTARILY.
Participant signature: Participant Signature
Date: Participant Signing Date
For a Participant Under 18
I am the parent or legal guardian of the participant. I consent to their participation and agree to the terms above for them and for myself, to the extent the law allows.
Parent or guardian name: Parent or Guardian Name
Signature: Parent or Guardian Signature
Date: Parent Signing Date