Free Hold Harmless Release of Liability Template
HOLD HARMLESS RELEASE OF LIABILITY
This Release of Liability Form ("Release") is entered into on this [EFFECTIVE DATE] by and between:
Releasee: [YOUR NAME] located at [YOUR COMPANY ADDRESS] ("Releasee")
and
Releasor: [PARTICIPANT'S NAME] located at [PARTICIPANT'S ADDRESS] ("Releasor")
I. RELEASE OF CLAIMS
I, the undersigned participant, hereby acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the [YOUR NAME] organized by [YOUR COMPANY ADDRESS]. I understand that the activities involved in this event may include physically demanding challenges and carry inherent risks of injury.
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
The undersigned, [PARTICIPANT'S NAME], hereby acknowledges that they voluntarily chose to engage in the team-building activity, fully understanding the physically demanding nature of such activities and the inherent risks involved which include but are not limited to physical injury, property damage, or even death.
III. ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
[PARTICIPANT'S NAME], hereby voluntarily assumes full responsibility for any risks involved or any damages or injuries that may occur during their participation in the activity.
III.I Physical Injury: Engaging in physically demanding challenges carries inherent risks of injury, including but not limited to strains, sprains, fractures, or other bodily harm due to falls, collisions, or overexertion.
III.II Environmental Hazards: The team-building activity may take place in outdoor or indoor environments where unpredictable conditions such as rough terrain, inclement weather, or uneven surfaces pose potential risks of accidents or injuries.
III.III Equipment Malfunction: Participants acknowledge the use of equipment and gear during the activity, which may malfunction or fail, leading to accidents, injuries, or property damage.
III.IV Health Conditions: Individuals with pre-existing health conditions, disabilities, or medical concerns may face heightened risks during physically demanding challenges, and they are responsible for assessing their fitness levels and consulting with a medical professional if necessary before participating.
III.V Participant Behavior: While the company endeavors to provide a safe environment, participants understand that their actions or decisions, including failure to follow instructions, may increase the likelihood of accidents, injuries, or harm to themselves or others.
IV. RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS
The participant, [PARTICIPANT'S NAME], to the fullest extent permissible by law, release, discharge, and hold harmless [YOUR COMPANY NAME], its officers, employees, and representatives from any liability, claim, demand, damage, cost, expense or cause of action, whether in law or equity, whether known or unknown, arising out of or in connection with their participation in the team-building activity.
V. INDEMNIFICATION
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company, its officers, employees, agents, and representatives from and against all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses, including attorney fees, arising out of or in connection with my participation in the activity or any breach of this agreement by me.
VI. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed from the agreement, and the remainder of the agreement shall continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.
VII. GOVERNING LAW
This agreement shall be governed by and construed under the laws of [State/Country]. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [State/Country].
I have read this agreement carefully and fully understand its contents. I am aware that by signing this agreement, I am waiving certain legal rights, including the right to sue the Company for damages in case of injury. I voluntarily agree to be bound by its terms.
Releasor’s Signature:
[Participant’s Name]
[Date Signed]
Releasee’s Signature:
[Your Company Name]
[Date Signed]
Witness’s Signature (if applicable):
[Witness’s Name]
[Date Signed]
