The following is required per our liability insurance:
1. I acknowledge that animal rescue operations entail known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis, death to myself and other persons, and also to property damage. Risks include, among other things: bites, scratches, torn skin, bruises, and damaged clothing or other property. I understand that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity.
2. I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity or as a result of contact with or adoption of an animal. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary, and I elect to participate in spite of the risks.
3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless FC3 from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, my use of their equipment or facilities, my adopting an animal, or my volunteering at this animal rescue operation, arising from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from gross negligence or intentional conduct. Should FC3 or anyone acting on their behalf, be required to incur attorney’s fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs.
4. I certify that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may cause or suffer while participating, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage to myself. I further certify that I have no medical or physical conditions which could interfere with my safety in this activity, or else I am willing to assume – and bear the costs of – all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition.
5. In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state of Ohio, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply in this action without regard to the conflict of law rules of that state.
My signature confirms I have read the above information.