Document background
The Liability Waiver For Contractor is a critical legal document used in the Netherlands when engaging independent contractors or freelancers (ZZP'ers) for various professional services. It serves to clearly delineate liability responsibilities and limitations between the contracting parties while ensuring compliance with Dutch law, which places specific restrictions on liability exclusions. This document becomes particularly important in situations involving technical, professional, or high-risk services where clear liability boundaries need to be established. The waiver must be carefully structured to remain enforceable under Dutch legal requirements, as complete liability exclusions are generally not permitted. It includes essential elements such as scope of services, insurance requirements, and specific exceptions where liability cannot be waived, while maintaining the independent contractor status distinct from employment relationships.
