Would You Sign a Liability Waiver to Attend an Event?

Abstract

Evolving and inconsistent advice from medical professionals and the government have left event organizers stranded. Economic pressures are pushing for many regions to reopen venues and borders for events. However, it is still unclear whether this is the safest choice currently. With the coronavirus waiver, attendees are legally liable to take risk into their own hands. The coronavirus is a unique situation as many people are aware of the risks associated with it. Attendees may not want to sign a waiver holding them responsible for the inevitable new cases that will come. For some people, the waiver itself may be more of an obstacle than the level of risk.