These laws frequently require certain persons, groups, or businesses to include the same warning notices or other language in contracts and releases. In a small number of states, the equine liability laws indicate that those who fail to adhere to these requirements could lose the laws' immunities. Find out if you live or do business in one of the 43 states with an equine activity liability law. You can obtain a copy of your law by contacting a state legislator, horse council, cooperative extension service, or lawyer. A sizable number of these laws also affect language in contracts and releases.
States have different requirements regarding liability releases.
A few states will not enforce them. Before using a standard form, make sure that it complies with your law. Remember that a release will not protect you against all lawsuits, and there is no guarantee that a court will enforce a release. Also, even with the best possible release, the need for insurance remains strong. People who sign releases can, and sometimes do, sue.