Release of Liability
Protect your California restaurant from lawsuits. Generate a state-compliant Release of Liability covering CCPA, AB5, and food safety standards today.
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As a California restaurant owner, you face unique risks ranging from foodborne illness liability and liquor license complications to strict Labor Code compliance. A robust Release of Liability is... Read more
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As a California restaurant owner, you face unique risks ranging from foodborne illness liability and liquor license complications to strict Labor Code compliance. A robust Release of Liability is essential to protect your business assets. Our document is specifically engineered to address California Civil Code requirements, including the necessary Assumption of Risk and Indemnification clauses. We ensure your waiver accounts for local complexities like AB5 worker classification and Cal-OSHA safety standards, helping you mitigate the financial impact of health code violations or accidents before they reach a courtroom.
Beyond the standard release of liability sections, this template adds fields specific to Restaurant Owner:
The core legal purpose of a Release of Liability is to protect one party (the Releasee) from legal claims or lawsuits from another party (the Releasor) related to the subject of the release, such as an activity, transaction, or event.
Foodborne illness liability
Contracts with suppliers that include indemnification clauses and strict quality control standards, as well as obtaining comprehensive liability insurance.
Alcohol service liability (dram shop laws)
Employee training on safe alcohol service, as outlined in employment and training contracts, and securing liquor liability insurance.
Employment-related claims
Clear employment contracts that outline duties, responsibilities, and dispute resolution processes, along with employment practices liability insurance.
For this release of liability to be legally valid:
Common mistakes to avoid:
Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
Aims to ensure the U.S. food supply is safe by shifting the focus from responding to contamination to preventing it. It is particularly relevant to restaurant owners as they must comply with food safety standards.
Enforced by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Federal Alcohol Administration Act
Regulates the alcohol industry at the federal level, including the issuance of licenses and permits that are required to distribute and sell alcohol.
Enforced by Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB)
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
Requires employers to provide a safe working environment for employees, which includes maintaining equipment safely and providing necessary training.
Enforced by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Governs minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor laws, which are essential for restaurant owners to comply with for their staff.
Enforced by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
State and Local Health Codes
State and local health departments enforce specific health and safety standards in restaurants, including sanitation and food handling practices.
Enforced by State and Local Health Departments
Recommended coverage: General Liability Insurance · Liquor Liability Insurance · Workers' Compensation Insurance · Property Insurance · Employment Practices Liability Insurance
Under Cal. Civ. Code § 1550, a valid contract in California requires parties with the legal capacity to contract and lawful consideration. For restaurant owners, this means the release must be signed by an adult (confirming age of majority) and involve a clear exchange of value—such as the opportunity to participate in a promotional event or enter a specific area of the premises—to be enforceable.
While a Release of Liability can mitigate private civil claims from individuals, it cannot waive your statutory obligation to comply with Cal-OSHA safety standards or state and local health codes. Regulatory bodies can still issue citations for food safety or workplace hazards; however, the release is a critical tool for preventing personal injury lawsuits and third-party claims arising from those risks.
This document includes a Waiver of Claims and an Indemnification Clause designed to shift potential legal burdens. While California has specific limitations on dram shop liability, our release includes language regarding the assumption of risk for those consuming alcohol, which is vital for protecting your liquor license and business from claims related to intoxicated patrons or alcohol service.
California's AB5 (Cal. Lab. Code § 2750.3) uses the ABC test to classify workers. If you are using a release for an individual you claim is an independent contractor, the document must be carefully drafted to ensure it doesn't inadvertently create an employer-employee relationship, which would trigger mandatory protections under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and California Labor Code § 2922.
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