WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
EPHRAIM CITY WIFE CARRYING CONTEST
PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT, RELEASE, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I, the undersigned participant (hereinafter "Participant"), acknowledge and agree that my voluntary participation in the Ephraim City Wife Carrying Contest (the "Event") involves inherent risks, including but not limited to, physical exertion, slips, falls, collisions, muscle strains, fractures, sprains, concussions, and other bodily injuries that may result in permanent disability or even death. I further acknowledge that such risks may arise from my own actions, the actions of others, or the conditions of the premises or equipment used in connection with the Event.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation in the Event, whether foreseen or unforeseen, including but not limited to those risks listed above. I understand that my participation is voluntary and that I am under no obligation to take part in the Event.
WAIVER, RELEASE, AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
In consideration of being allowed to participate in the Event, I, on behalf of myself, my spouse, heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, do hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Ephraim City, its officials, employees, volunteers, representatives, sponsors, and agents (collectively, "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or related to any injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property sustained in connection with the Event, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise.
MEDICAL TREATMENT
I consent to receive medical treatment deemed necessary in the event of injury, accident, or illness during the Event. I understand that I am responsible for all costs related to such medical treatment and any related transportation.
PHOTO AND VIDEO RELEASE
I grant Ephraim City the right to use my image, likeness, and voice in any photographs, recordings, or other media taken in connection with the Event for promotional, advertising, and other lawful purposes, without compensation.
SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
I HAVE READ THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY. I UNDERSTAND THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, I AM GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE EPHRAIM CITY OR ANY OTHER RELEASED PARTIES FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION IN THE EVENT.