The Lawyer's Daily – "Boilerplate Waivers – Do I Have The Right To Sue?"

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Copy. Paste. Print. Can it be that simple if a business or organization is looking to create a legal contract designed to prevent another party from suing for liability?
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Copy. Paste. Print. Can it be that simple if a business or organization is looking to create a legal contract designed to prevent another party from suing for liability?

"Boilerplate" liability waivers that use standard clauses and common language are now easily accessible online. But is it wise to use them? And after being injured after signing one, have you waived your right to sue for negligence?

In this article, I'll explain the basics about boilerplate waivers, their purpose and appropriate times for their use. I'll also touch on why people who think they have signed away their rights to sue for negligence may still have legal remedies if they are injured.

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Originally published 24 January 2020.

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The Lawyer's Daily – "Boilerplate Waivers – Do I Have The Right To Sue?"

Canada Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration
Contributor
Since 1962, we have helped clients move forward with dignity, respect and trusted experience. Celebrated as pioneers in our field; Gluckstein Lawyers is an award-winning industry leader in brain and spinal cord injuries, serious orthopedic injuries, birth injuries, and medical malpractice cases.
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