Tag Archives: disclaimer

Resort and Tour Disclaimers Are Usually Upheld

By Doyice Cotten

Disclaimers on tickets or signs usually are not enforced as waivers of liability. The same, however, is not true of disclaimers in contracts used by resorts or tour operators. This post addresses a disclaimer used by Unique Vacations and SRI (Sandals Resorts) and another disclaimer used by Vantage Travel Service.

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Waiver Terminology (Part I)

By Doyice Cotten

 Most professionals recognize the terms “waiver of liability,” “release and “assumption of risk.” Most, however, are not sure about how these and other similar terms are defined and what their exact function is. In this 3-part series,

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Resorts, Tours, and Agency Law

By Doyice Cotten

It is common practice for hotels and resorts around the world to offer optional tours to guests through activity providers. These types of tours include such activities as snorkeling, nature tours, tubing, sightseeing, and any number of other activities.

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Which Waiver Format is Best?

The table featured below is an excerpt from Waivers & Releases of Liability by Doyice & Mary Cotten.  Providers should examine this table closely before deciding which format they want to use for a waiver.

Comparison of Waiver Formats

Stand-Alone Waiver
Or
Participant Agreement

Waiver Within
Another Document

Group Waiver

Disclaimer

Description

One or  more pages containing only the  waiver & Read More