Liability waiver

The Michigan Glass Project

A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit creating a space for artsist to give back.

Our mission is to unite artists through charitable events that create and foster positive change in the community.

WAIVER AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I voluntarily sign this Waiver and Assumption of Risk in favor of The Michigan Glass Project, Inc. for the opportunity to use the Michigan Glass Project's facilities and/or the opportunity to receive instruction from the Michigan Glass Project or the Michigan Glass Projects volunteers, and/or to engage in the activities sponsored by the Michigan Glass Project, as follows:

I understand that there are certain risks and dangers associated with the activity of glassblowing, including eye damage, burns, cuts, and inhalation of fumes. I fully understand the danger involved.

I fully assume the risks involved as acceptable to me and I agree to use my best judgment in undertaking these activities and follow all safety instructions.

In consideration of the opportunity to participate in The Michigan Glass Project main event, whose registration process requires me to accept this agreement, I hereby agree to the following Waiver and Release of Liability (Agreement):

My participation in the Event is voluntary and subjects me to the possibility of physical injury (which could be minimal, serious, and/or result in death) and loss of or damage to my property (collectively, Risks). Accordingly, I agree to the following:

I hereby release and hold harmless The Michigan Glass Project, its officers, directors, employees, agents, volunteers, and contractors (collectively, Releasees) from any claim, demand, loss, liability, damages, and attorney fees and costs whatsoever arising from, related to, or resulting from these Risks (Claims), including those caused by the negligent acts or omissions of any or all of the Releases.

I recognize the physical exertion involved in the event and attest and certify that I am physically fit to compete safely, and I have not been advised otherwise by a healthcare professional.

As between each of the Releases and me, I will be solely responsible for any and all medical and related bills that I may incur because of any injury, as well as costs related to loss or damage to my property, that I may sustain as a result of my participation in the Event, including those sustained on the premises where the Event is conducted and while I am traveling to and from such premises, regardless of the location or mode of transportation.

This Agreement shall be binding on my estate, heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, as well as any other party asserting a Claim on my behalf or on behalf of my estate.

I hereby expressly agree that (1) this Agreement shall be governed and construed according to the laws of the state of Michigan without regard to its conflict of laws provisions and (2) any action or proceeding concerning any Claim or the meaning or effect of any provision of the Agreement shall be conducted only in the federal or state courts located in Detroit, Michigan, and that for such purposes, I expressly submit to the jurisdiction of such courts.

This Agreement contains the entire understanding between and among the parties concerning these matters. No waiver, modification, or amendment of any of the terms of this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by the party to be charged.

I hereby expressly agree that if any portion of this Agreement is held invalid, the balance of the Agreement shall nonetheless continue in full legal force and effect.

I warrant that I have read and understand that this Agreement involves my waiver and release of significant rights and my assumption of significant indemnification responsibilities in participating in the Event.

I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE IS NO SMOKING ON PREMISES. IF I AM CAUGHT SMOKING ANYTHING INSIDE THE BUILDING I WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE AND MY WRISTBAND MAY BE REVOKED.