Can I require customers to sign liability waivers in South Carolina? What are the requirements?

Based on the provided context documents, it is unclear whether requiring customers to sign liability waivers in South Carolina is permissible. There are no specific statutes or regulations that address liability waivers in South Carolina. However, it is important to note that any agreement or promise that purports to indemnify the promisee against liability for damages arising out of bodily injury or property damage proximately caused by or resulting from the sole negligence of the promisee, its independent contractors, agents, employees, or indemnitees is against public policy and unenforceable ^[2.1].

Additionally, if a creditor agrees with a debtor to provide insurance, the insurance shall be evidenced by an individual policy or certificate of insurance delivered to the debtor at the time of the transaction where the debtor is present at the creditor’s place of business. If the debtor is not present at the creditor’s place of business at the time of the transaction, the individual policy or certificate of insurance must be sent to him at his address as stated by him, within thirty days after the term of the insurance commences under the agreement between the creditor and debtor or the creditor shall promptly notify the debtor of any failure or delay in providing the insurance ^[1.3].

Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to determine the specific requirements and limitations for liability waivers in South Carolina.

Source(s):

• [2.1] Hold harmless clauses in certain construction contracts.
• [1.3] Conditions applying to insurance to be provided by creditor.

Jurisdiction

South Carolina

• General