Why Are Waivers Important?

Essentially, a waiver removes a real or potential liability for the other party in the agreement. For example, in a settlement between two parties, one party might, by means of a waiver, relinquish its right to pursue any further legal action once the settlement is finalized.

What is the purpose of waiver?

A waiver is a legal agreement the primary purpose of which is to let you or another party modify or relinquish a right, privilege, or claim. The agreement can be a separate document on its own, such as if you sign a waiver form, or added to a contract as a waiver clause.

What makes a waiver effective?

In California, a liability waiver must be clear, unambiguous, and explicit. In other words, waivers cannot be printed in faded ink, in small font, on the back of a paper, or in an otherwise ambiguous form. If the waiver that you sign is not represented clearly, it may not hold up in the event of a lawsuit.