Releases and Waivers

Are you organizing an all-terrain vehicle race? Protect yourself against claims from participants for injury or death with this ATV Race Waiver and Release Form.

• Race participants must sign the form prior to the start of the event.
• The participant releases the organizers of the event and their directors, sponsors, employees and agents from any liability for death, disability, injury and property damage.
• The participant acknowledges the risks involved with participating in the race, and assumes all responsibility, and waives any claims s/he may have against the race organizers.
• The participant agrees to receive any medical treatment that may be necessary.
• The participant agrees to allow the organizers to use any photos or videos containing the participant's image, for publicity purposes.
• This is a generic waiver and release form that can be used anywhere that does not have statutory restrictions prohibiting blanket releases.

Prepare a General Release of all claims with this template form for California.

• One party (the releasor) releases another party (the releasee) from all claims arising as a result of a transaction between the parties.
• The release is given in exchange for payment of a settlement amount by the releasee.
• The releasor waives its rights under California Civil Code Sect. 1542 with respect to any claims that it has no knowledge of at the present time.
• Before paying over any amount to settle the claim, download the General Release of All Claims and have it signed and acknowledged.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of California.

Just because you settled a claim out of court does not mean the other party will not still pursue legal action against you. Protect yourself with this Covenant Not to Sue form. 

• This form would be used when a settlement is reached between two parties through the payment of a cash amount in a damages claim for an accident, breach of contract, etc.
• In return for the settlement amount being paid, the covenantor (person signing the covenant) agrees never to sue the covenantee with respect to the specific matter settled between them.
• This Covenant extends only to the circumstance which gave rise to the claim, and the covenantor does not give up its rights to sue any other party with respect to the same circumstance.
• The covenantor acknowledges that payment by the covenantee was made as a compromise and does not constitute an admission of liability on the part of the covenantee.
• The Covenant Not to Sue form is available as a MS Word template. You can download the form immediately after purchase.

Protect your daycare or babysitting services from exposure to claims by having your clients sign this COVID Release Form for Canadian businesses.

• The client acknowledges they are aware of the risks of exposure to COVID-19 for themselves and for the child.
• The client states that they are voluntarily allowing the child to attend on the premises to receive the child care services, notwithstanding the risk of contracting the disease.
• The client releases and holds the facility and its employees, owners and directors harmless from any liability or claim for damages for illness, injury, death, disability or property damage.
• The client agrees to immediately notify the facility if the child or any member of the family tests positive for COVID-19.
• This is a Canadian legal template which can be used in any province or territory, except for Quebec where a French language version may be required in order to comply with provincial laws.

If you provide close contact services such as fitness classes or salon services, have your customers sign this COVID Release of Liability and Waiver of Claims form for Canadian businesses.

• The customer acknowledges they are aware of the risk of exposure or contracting the disease by being on the premises and receiving the services and that they are entering the premises voluntarily.
• The customer releases and holds the business and its employees, directors, affiliates, and related parties harmless from any claims or damages resulting from injury, illness, disability, death or property damage.
• The customer agrees to comply with all federal, provincial and local public health laws, orders and guidelines related to COVID-19.
• This is a Canadian legal template which can be used in any province or territory, except for Quebec where a French-language version may be required in order to comply with provincial laws.

Before any cycling race, make sure all cyclists sign this pre-event Waiver and Release of Liability form to protect the organizers from the threat of injury or death lawsuits.

• The form should be signed at the time a participant registers for the event.
• The rider releases the organizers of the event, directors and sponsors from any liability for death, disability, injury and property damage.
• The rider acknowledges the risks involved with participating in the race and assumes all responsibility for that risk, and waives any claims they may have against the organizers.
• The rider agrees to wear a helmet, to obey the rules of the road, and to receive any recommended or required medical treatment.
• This is a generic legal form that can be used in most states, provinces and territories.
• Don't leave yourself open to the financial devastation of death or injury lawsuits. Buy and download the Cycling Race Waiver and Release of Liability form for your next cycling event.

When an employee leaves your employ, protect your business against potential future claims by having him/her sign this employee release form.

• This is a general release by which the departing employee releases the employer from all claims arising from or related to the employment and termination.
• It should be signed before the employee receives his or her final paycheck.
• This form is not country-specific and can be used anywhere.
• Don't run the risk of a future lawsuit by a disgruntled ex-employee. Get every departing employee to sign the Release of Employer form before releasing their final check.
• The Employee Release form is a downloadable legal document that can be used over and over.

When you terminate an employee, it is important to get them to sign a release form.

• The Mutual Release should be signed by both parties at the time of termination and prior to the employee receiving the final paycheck.
• Each of the parties releases the other party from all claims and actions of any kind arising as a result of the employee's employment or termination.
• Included with the release is a Business Protection Agreement to be signed by the employee, which contains non-competition and confidentiality provisions to protect the employer's proprietary information.
• This is a generic legal form which does not contain country-specific provisions.
• Don't leave your business open to wrongful dismissal claims from disgruntled ex-employees. Get this Employee-Employer Mutual Release form for your business.

Get consent from a parent or guardian before applying paint or temporary tattoos to a child's skin with these Face Painting Consent and Release Forms.

The package contains two forms:

1. Consent Form for Face Painting / Temporary Tattoo, which also includes a disclaimer of liability for any allergic skin reactions or damage to clothing or other surfaces from the transfer of paint.
2. Model Release Form, which is a consent by the parent or guardian for the face painter to take pictures of the child and use them for marketing and publicity purposes.

These Face Painting Consent and Release Forms protect you from insurance and damage claims at a later date. Downloadable and customizable to meet your needs.

If you allow people on your property to pick and harvest fruit, you can protect yourself against injury claims by having them sign this Waiver and Release form before they enter the property.

• This Waiver and Release form is intended for self-harvesting operations, where the public can pay to pick their own fruit.
• The picker agrees to follow all rules and regulations set down by the farm, and to use all equipment safely and with due care and attention.
• The picker releases the farm from any liability for loss or injury in connection with picking, harvesting or eating the fruit.
• The picker acknowledges the risks involved in being on the property, including risks involving equipment, livestock, dogs, trees, brambles and weather, and assumes all risks associated therewith.
• The picker agrees not to make any claim against the farm and indemnifies and holds the owners of the farm harmless against any claims or demands the picker may have now or in future.
• This Fruit Picker Waiver and Release Form is a generic legal document which does not contain references to specific laws and can be used in many regions.

Protect your company against any future legal action by a person who may have a claim against the company by having the individual sign this General Release Form.

• By signing the release form, the individual agrees to release any claims for damages, costs or injury he or she may have now or in the future against the company.
• In return for giving the release, the individual will be compensated by payment of a specific settlement amount or other form of compensation.
• You can customize the form with the details of your situation, and use it as often as you like.
• This is a generic legal form which can be used anywhere.
• Available in MS Word format.

Protect your company against future claims or legal actions with this downloadable General Release form.

• The company giving the release does so in its own right and on behalf of its directors, officers, employees, affiliates and agents.
• The releasing party releases any claims it may have now or in future against the party being released.
• In exchange for the release, the releasing party will paid compensation as a settlement amount.
• This is a generic legal form which can be used almost anywhere.
• Available in MS Word format.

This General Release form allows a company or corporation to release its rights to file a legal claim against an individual person, as part of a settlement arrangement.

• The company relinquishes its right to bring suit for any claims it may have now or in future against the person.
• The release is given on behalf of the directors, officers, employees, affiliates, subsidiaries, agents and representatives of the company.
• The release is being given in exchange for a cash payment or other settlement.
• You can use this generic legal template anywhere.
• To obtain the General Release form, add it to your shopping cart and proceed through the secure checkout. When the transaction is done you can download your copy of the form.
• Available in MS Word format.

If you are negotiating a settlement of a claim against you out of court, you should get this General Release signed by the other party before you pay over any settlement funds.

• The person signing the release relinquishes any legal claims they may have against you now or in future with respect to the matter being settled.
• The release is given in exchange for a cash payment and/or other valuable consideration.
• You would use this form of General Release for situations involving individual persons.
• This is a generic legal form which can be used anywhere.
• Don't take a chance that you might be sued in future for something you thought was settled. Buy and download the General Release form and make it a condition of payment.

Is your business about to pay out any settlement funds or make good on any compensation offer to another company? Get this General Release form signed first and protect yourself against future legal claims.

• The Release can be used in all Canadian provinces and territories except Quebec, where a French language version may be required.
• The company signing the release, for itself and on behalf of its officers, directors, employees and agents, releases any claims or rights of action it may have now or in future.
• In return for giving the Release, the company will receive compensation in the form of cash or other valuable consideration.
• This General Release form is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable to meet your needs.

Protect your company against future claims or legal actions being brought against your business by an individual with this General Release form for use in Canada.

• The individual signing the Release agrees to release the company from any claims or rights of action he/she may have now or in future.
• In exchange for giving the Release, the person will receive compensation in the form of a cash payment and/or other valuable consideration.
• The Release can be used in most Canadian provinces and territories. A French language version may be required in Quebec.
• The General Release form can be downloaded immediately after you purchase it and is fully editable to meet your unique needs.

Before you pay out a settlement amount to another person to settle a legal claim, make sure they sign this General Release form.

• The releasing party waives and releases any claims against you for loss, damage or otherwise that he/she may have, whether now or in future.
• In return for giving the Release, the releasing party will be paid in cash and/or some other type of consideration.
• You can use this form in any Canadian province or territory. A French language version may be required in Quebec.
• To download the General Release form just add it to your shopping cart, check out and pay, then download. The document is available in MS Word format.

Protect yourself against legal claims for injuries from horseback riding, show jumping, or other equestrian activities with this Horseback Riding Release Form for Canada.

• The Release form should be signed by all students and riders before taking part in any lessons or riding activities.
• The rider releases the stable owner ⁄ horse owner and all related parties from any and all liability.
• The rider acknowledges the risks and assumes all responsibility for those risks.
• The rider waives any claims s/he may have for loss of or damage to property, or injury or death to the rider or any animal owned by the rider.
• The Release form is available in MS Word format and is fully editable. Download it immediately after you purchase it.
• The Horseback Riding Release can be used in most provinces and territories of Canada except Quebec.

If you provide horseback riding lessons or activities to the public, you need to protect your business and your employees from legal claims associated with those activities. Have all your clients sign this Release Form before participating.

• The Release form should be signed by all students and riders before taking part in any lessons or riding activities. If they refuse to sign, they should not be allowed on or around the horses. If the rider is a minor, the form should be signed by a parent or guardian.
• The rider acknowledges the risks associated with the sport and assumes responsibility for those risks.
• The rider releases the stable owner, horse owner and all related parties from any and all liability.
• The rider waives any claims he or she may have for loss of or damage to property, or injury or death to the rider or any animal owned by the rider.
• To get your copy of the Horseback Riding Release Form, add it to your shopping cart, go through the secure check out, and download the form at the end of the transaction.
• This release can be used throughout the United States.

If your business involves risks arising from third party use of products or services, you need to protect yourself against potential legal action with this Indemnity Agreement for Canadian businesses.

• The party signing the Agreement (called the 'indemnitor') agrees to hold you harmless from any legal claims, actions, liabilities or losses that may arise as a result of your relationship.
• The indemnitor agrees to pay any legal fees and expenses you incur if the indemnitor fails to perform its obligations under the agreement.
• This legal document can be used in any Canadian province or territory except for Quebec, where a French language version may be required.
• You can download the Indemnity Agreement form immediately after purchasing it. Available as a customizable MS Word template.
• Intended to be used only in Canada.

There are times when a contractual relationship between two parties can end up in a lawsuit. You can reduce your exposure to liability by getting the other party to the contract to sign an Indemnity Agreement.

• The indemnifying party (the indemnitor) will hold harmless the party being protected (the indemnitee) from any liability, claims or losses resulting from the parties' relationship.
• The indemnitor agrees to pay legal fees and expenses that the indemnitee incurs as a result of the indemnitor's failure to live up to its obligations.
• This legal template can be used anywhere in the United States.
• To download the digital form, add it to your shopping cart and pay for it using our secure checkout. You can then download the document in MS Word format.

Outdoor club activities can often carry the risk of injury or even death. Protect yourself and the club against legal claims with this downloadable Release, Waiver and Indemnity Agreement.

• Applicants for membership in the club must submit a signed copy of the Agreement before their membership application will be considered.
• The applicant acknowledges the risks involved in outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, skiing, etc., and assumes all responsibility for those risks.
• The applicant releases the Club and its officers and members from any responsibility or liability for injury, death, illness, loss or damages resulting from the applicant's participation in any Club activity.
• The applicant represents that they are physically fit and able to participate and they have no physical or mental impairment which would impact their participation in any chosen activity.
• The applicant indemnifies the Club and its officers and members from any liability for damage or injury to a third party resulting from the applicant's activities in the Club.
• Don't leave the club open to injury or wrongful death suits. Download the Release, Waiver and Indemnity Agreement and post it on your club's website for all new members to read and sign.

Prepare a release form for signing by a client who receives counselling services from a psychologist or other practitioner with this Release of Liability and Waiver of Claims form for Canada.

• The form can be used for adults or for a parent or guardian signing on behalf of a minor.
• The client waives the right to sue or claim compensation for any injury, illness, damage, disability or death arising out of the client's involvement in the services or activities provided by the practitioner, and releases both the practitioner and the owner of the business premises in which the counselling services are located.
• The client further covenants not to sue the released parties.
• The client also indemnifies and holds the premises owner harmless against any losses or claims.
• The form is available as a downloadable and fully editable MS Word template.
• Intended to be used only in Canada. This form may not be usable in Quebec.

If you provide COVID tests to minor children, protect yourself from claims with this Release of Liability form for Canadian test providers.

• The parent of the child acknowledges they are aware of the contagious nature of the disease and the risks of exposure from the child attending on the test provider's premises for purposes of the test.
• The parent acknowledges that the test provider does not guarantee the validity of the test and that a negative result could be a false negative.
• The parent accepts sole responsibility for checking and complying with the requirements of any particular airline or country of destination, if the test is for purposes of international travel.
• The parent agrees that a positive test result will be shared with the appropriate health authorities.
• The parent will indemnify and hold the test provider and its employees and stakeholders harmless against any costs or expenses, and releases the test provider from any liability or claim for damages for illness, injury, disability, death or property damage.
• The parent will ensure that the child and the family members comply with all federal, provincial and local laws, orders and guidelines to stop the spread of COVID-19, including those involving travel
• This is a Canadian legal template which can be used in any province or territory, except for Quebec where a French language version may be required to comply with provincial laws.

If you run a testing facility for COVID-19, protect yourself from claims with this Release of Liability form for Canadian test providers.

• The patient acknowledges they are aware of the contagious nature of the disease and the risks of exposure from attending on the test provider's premises for purposes of the test.
• The patient acknowledges that the test provider does not guarantee the validity of the test and that a negative result could be a false negative.
• The patient accepts sole responsibility for checking and complying with the requirements of any particular airline or country of destination, if the test is for purposes of international travel.
• The patient agrees that positive test results will be shared with the appropriate health authorities.
• The patient will indemnify and hold the test provider and its employees and stakeholders harmless against any costs or expenses, and releases the test provider from any liability or claim for damages for illness, injury, disability, death or property damage.
• If a re-test is required due to inconclusive or false results, the test provider will cover the costs.
• This is a Canadian legal template which can be used in any province or territory, except for Quebec where a French language version may be required to comply with provincial laws.

Did you know that if you have an auto accident and your insurance company negotiates a settlement with the other party, they may still have the right to take legal action against you? Protect yourself with this Release and Reservation of Rights form.

• You should get this release signed at the same time that the insurer pays out the settlement to the other party.
• The releasing party acknowledges that they are accepting the settlement payment as a full settlement of all claims.
• The releasing party releases and indemnifies you and your insurance company from any further claims, damages, and actions arising out of the automobile accident.
• The releasing party reserves their right to make a claim against any other person.
• The Release and Reservation of Rights form is available as a MS Word download. Other formats available on request.

Make sure your students get permission for school field trips prior to the event by requiring each student taking part to have this form signed by a parent or guardian.

• The parent or guardian gives the school the authority to provide emergency medical treatment for the student if necessary.
• The parent indemnifies and holds harmless the school, the teachers, the school district and related parties against any liability for injury or death arising from the student's participation.
• The school will provide alternate activities for students who are not participating in the field trip.
• Students must travel on the transportation provided and be picked up and dropped off at the school, unless alternate arrangements have been agreed to in writing by the school in advance.
• The School Field Trip Consent Form is an easy-to-use template provided in MS Word format. Buy, download, customize to your school's needs.

If you let friends, guests or tenants use your swimming pool or whirlpool without signing a Waiver form first, you are leaving yourself open to being sued if anything goes wrong.

• You should have everyone sign this Waiver of Liability before allowing them to use the pool.
• The person signing the form must be an adult. If children are using the swimming pool area, the form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
• The guest assumes all responsibility for any risks associated with using the swimming pool or whirlpool (including risk of injury or death) and agrees to indemnify the owner against any claims or actions arising from their use of the pool.
• The guest also agrees to abide by the rules of the pool, and acknowledges that he/she is aware there is no lifeguard on duty.
• The Swimming Pool and Whirlpool Waiver of Liability form can protect you from lawsuits for injury or even death. Buy and download your copy now.

Tattoo and piercing businesses face the potential for legal claims every day. You can protect your business and your customers with this package of releases and customer care forms. The package contains:

1. Tattoo and Piercing Release Form, with a section to be completed by a parent or legal guardian if the client is a minor.
2. Tattoo Aftercare Instructions.
3. Piercing Aftercare Instructions.
4. Laser Tattoo Removal Release and Consent Form.
5. Customer Satisfaction Survey.

The Tattoo and Piercing Studio Release and Customer Care forms package is downloadable in MS Word format. You can easily customize it with your business logo and branding.

Trail riding companies regularly face the possibility of injury or damages claims from participants. As an operator, you can limit your exposure to liability by having riders sign this release form before they saddle up.

• Make sure that all riders sign a copy of the Release prior to the trail ride.
• The rider releases the trail riding facility and all related parties from any and all liability.
• The rider acknowledges the risks associated with the ride and the horses, and assumes all responsibility for those risks.
• The rider waives any claims they may have for property loss or damage, injury or death.
• The rider is responsible for arranging travel to and from the starting point of the trail ride.
• Add the Trail Riding Release Form to your shopping cart and check out using the payment option that works best for you. You can then download the form, customize it with your branding and logo, and make any other modifications you like.

Charity farm projects and other farming initiatives that involve volunteer pickers and workers need to reduce their exposure to liability. Use this Release and Waiver Form to protect against claims by former and current workers.

• The purpose of this legal form is to protect you and your business against lawsuits for injury, damages or death that occurred during or as a result of the volunteers' work experience on the farm.
• Every volunteer should sign this Release and Waiver prior to starting work.
• The volunteer authorizes the farm management to arrange for first aid or emergency medical treatment if necessary, and releases the farm from any claim with respect to such treatment.
• The Release and Indemnity is intended to be as broad and all-inclusive as possible under the laws of the applicable state.
• This form is a generic template which can be used in most US states. However, some states (such as California) may require additional provisions to be included. Check your State laws to be sure.
• The Volunteer Farm Worker Release and Waiver of Liability form is a fully customizable template in MS Word format. Download immediately after purchase.

Do you coordinate volunteer work drive projects such as tree planting, fruit harvesting, or clean-up of litter along highways, riverbanks or in city parks? Protect your organization from injury or damage claims with this Volunteer Worker Waiver of Liability form.

• The form should be signed by each volunteer prior to starting work.
• The volunteer accepts full responsibility for any risk of injury related to taking part in the project.
• The volunteer waives any claim of liability against the organizers.
• This is a generic legal form that can be used anywhere.
• Available in MS Word format so you can easily customize the form for your organization. Use it for all of your volunteer projects.

Do you have a guest house, cabin, or cottage that is used by paid or unpaid guests? Protect yourself from claims and liability with this Waiver and Release Form for Use of Guest House.

• The Waiver form should be signed by the guest(s) prior to their use of the guest accommodation.
• The guest acknowledges potential hazards and assumes all risk for him/herself and any child in his/her party.
• The guest releases the property owner from liability and indemnifies the owner against any claims or actions arising as a result of the guest's use of the accommodation.
• Buy the form, download it, and it's yours to use as often as you like.

Don't get sued for loss or damages by a house guest. Add the Waiver and Release form to your cart, check out, and download it. You can easily personalize it for each guest's stay.

Most spas and salons require clients to sign a waiver or release before they can use the facility's services. This Waiver Form for Canada is a standard form of waiver to protect against lawsuits.

• Some spa and salon services can carry risks of skin damage or other health hazards. In the waiver, the client acknowledges the risks and accepts sole responsibility for having the procedure done.
• The client must disclose to the esthetician any existing health conditions and any medications he or she is currently taking.
• The client will indemnify the esthetician and the salon against any legal claims, damages, costs or expenses resulting from the treatments.
• This waiver form is only for use in Canada and can be used in all provinces and territories except Quebec, where a French language version may be required.
• This is a downloadable MS Word form which you can use over and over. Personalize it for your unique salon and make sure your staff knows how to use it.

Spas and salons can be susceptible to lawsuits from clients for personal injury, property loss or damage claims. Reduce your liability risk by getting clients to sign this Waiver Form before you provide services.

• The client assumes responsibility for all risks associated with the services provided by the salon (such as waxing, microderm abrasion, chemical peels, etc.).
• The client will indemnify the salon and its employees against any claims or actions arising from the client's use of the salon services.
• The Waiver form can be used across the United States.
• This is a reusable legal form which you can personalize for your unique business. You can add your logo, address and business information to really make it your own.

Use this form to waive a condition that was required to be fulfilled before a transaction could occur.

• The party who set the condition can waive it by signing the Waiver Form.
• This is a generic legal form that can be used anywhere.
• AVailable in MS Word format.