Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

liability-waiver

noun
/laɪəˈbɪləti ˈweɪvər/
Definition
A legal document that relinquishes a party’s right to pursue legal action for any injuries or damages that may occur in a specific situation.
Examples
  • Before participating in the sports camp, all participants must sign a liability waiver.
  • The event organizers provided a liability waiver to participants to protect themselves from potential lawsuits.
  • It’s important to read a liability waiver carefully before signing, as it may affect your legal rights.
Meaning
A liability waiver is an agreement signed by an individual that releases another party from liability for certain risks associated with an activity.
Synonyms
  • liability release
  • wavier
  • release of liability