California Release of Liability Template

California rules built into this template

• Enforceability: California enforces a clear and explicit release of ordinary negligence for recreational activities, but not for gross negligence, fraud, willful injury, or violation of law (Cal. Civ. Code § 1668), and not where the release affects the public interest.
• Limits: no state enforces a release of gross negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct, so the Standard release excludes those claims.

What the Release of Liability includes

1. Activity and Consideration
2. Assumption of Risk
3. Release of Claims
4. Exclusions
5. Minor Participants
6. Medical Treatment
7. Indemnification
8. No Admission
9. State Law
10. Severability
11. Voluntary Execution
12. Compliance and Formalities
13. Governing Law

Frequently asked questions

Are liability waivers enforceable in California?

California enforces a clear and explicit release of ordinary negligence for recreational activities, but not for gross negligence, fraud, willful injury, or violation of law (Cal. Civ. Code § 1668), and not where the release affects the public interest.

Can a parent sign a liability waiver for a child?

It depends on the state. Some states do not enforce a parent's pre-injury release of a minor's own claims, or enforce it only in limited situations, so the Standard release includes a parent signature only as an option.

What is the difference between the Standard and Professional Release of Liability?

The Standard edition is a complete, state-aware Release of Liability for common situations. The Professional edition adds longer clause coverage, schedules, and optional modules for more complex matters. You can preview either edition free before you pay.

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