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The Liability Release Statement is a crucial legal document used in German business and recreational contexts to manage risk and establish clear boundaries of liability between parties. This document must strictly adhere to German Civil Code (BGB) requirements, which notably prohibit releases from liability for gross negligence, intentional acts, and certain types of personal injury. The statement typically includes detailed information about the activities covered, specific risks involved, and explicit acknowledgments from the releasing party. It's commonly used in situations involving recreational activities, professional services, events, or any scenario where one party wishes to limit their liability exposure within the bounds of German law. The document must be drafted with particular attention to German consumer protection laws and constitutional rights, ensuring that all liability limitations are reasonable and enforceable.

1. Parties: Identification of the releasor (person giving up rights) and releasee (person being released from liability), including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the liability release, including the activity, event, or situation to which the release applies

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms used in the document, particularly defining the scope of activities and types of liability being addressed

4. Scope of Release: Detailed description of what liabilities are being released, specifically outlining covered activities and circumstances

5. Legal Limitations: Explicit statement of what cannot be released under German law (e.g., gross negligence, intentional acts, personal injury)

6. Representations and Warranties: Statements by the releasor acknowledging understanding of risks and voluntary acceptance

7. Duration: Time period for which the release is valid

8. Governing Law: Explicit statement that German law governs the agreement and its interpretation

9. Signatures: Space for dated signatures of all parties, with appropriate witness provisions if required