It’s not clear from the report of the lawsuit whether the defendants or their production company required that the plaintiff sign a liability waiver.  Many businesses such as production companies try to protect themselves from personal injury lawsuits by requiring that participants waive the right to file a lawsuit if they are injured during their participation in any business-sponsored activity. Common examples of liability waivers are waivers for events that are inherently dangerous. For example, people who attend sporting events or participate in recreational activities may be asked to sign a liability waiver in the event they are struck by a foul ball, an errant pass, a flying golf ball, or other dangers. Waiver liability contracts, however, are often challenged by personal injury attorneys.  The language should be clear and easy to decipher. Courts generally frown on waiver provisions that are hidden, ambiguous, or hard to understand. Most liability waivers: Generally only cover the inherent risks. Generally, waiver provisions don’t protect businesses from intentional wrongs for acts of gross negligence. Should clearly indicate that the participant assumes the risks of any accidents or injuries occurring through the use of the product or services. Businesses generally cannot assert that an accident victim assumed a risk if the liability waiver fails to mention any assumption of risk by the user. Should clearly state that the business is not responsible for any harmful events. The user must know that if they are injured, they will not be able to file a personal injury claim against the business. Should state that the business’ liability insurance policy does not cover any damages that a user suffers if they are injured while participating in activities at the business location. Liability waiver provisions normally also include indemnification provisions and choice-of-law clauses.