What is a release of liability?

A release of liability is a legal document that releases an individual, company, or organization from legal responsibility for injuries, damages, or losses that have been caused by an event or action taken by the said individual, company, or organization. In Kansas, a release of liability is a contract between two parties, usually between the person injured and the person accused of causing the injury. The release of liability states that the person accused has no responsibility for the injuries or damages caused. The main purpose of a release of liability is to limit the legal exposure of an individual, company, or organization. The document will typically include a statement that the signer waives or agrees not to pursue a claim or lawsuit against the other party, in exchange for a specific amount of money or type of service. It also protects the signer from being held responsible for any future injuries or damages. For someone to be able to enforce a release of liability, it must meet certain requirements. It must be in writing, signed by both parties, and include specific language regarding the waiver of responsibility or suing for damages. If these requirements are not met, the release of liability may not be legally binding. Additionally, certain types of claims or actions can’t be released in Kansas. These include intentional misconduct, gross negligence, claims from employer to employee, and certain civil rights claims. It is important to understand these limits before signing a release of liability for an accident in Kansas.

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