HOLD HARMLESS AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT
This Hold Harmless and Waiver of Liability Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between D2D Awards Entertainment & Productions, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, agents, sponsors, affiliates, and assigns (collectively, the "Organization"), and the undersigned participant, auditionee, or contestant (the "Participant").
1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
The Participant acknowledges and voluntarily assumes all risks associated with participation in The Ultimate Unification of Dance competition, reality show, auditions, rehearsals, events, and all related activities (collectively, the "Event"), including but not limited to: physical injury, illness, property damage, personal loss, and any other harm that may arise from participation — whether in Bogotá (Colombia), Accra (Ghana), Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic), New York City (USA), or any other location associated with the Event.
2. RELEASE AND WAIVER
The Participant hereby fully releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue the Organization from and against any and all liability, claims, demands, losses, damages, costs, or expenses of any kind whatsoever (including legal fees) arising out of or related to the Participant's involvement in the Event, whether caused by the negligence of the Organization or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.
3. INDEMNIFICATION
The Participant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Organization from and against any and all claims, actions, damages, liability, and expenses in connection with the Event arising out of the Participant's actions, omissions, or breach of this Agreement.
4. MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION
In the event of injury, illness, or medical emergency, the Participant authorizes the Organization to obtain emergency medical treatment on the Participant's behalf and agrees to be responsible for all related costs. The Participant represents that they are in good physical health and able to participate safely in all Event activities.
5. CONDUCT AND RULES
The Participant agrees to abide by all rules, regulations, and decisions of the Organization. The Organization reserves the right to disqualify any Participant for conduct deemed inappropriate, disruptive, or contrary to the values of the Event, without refund or compensation.
6. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which the applicable Event is held. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
7. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Participant acknowledges that they have read and fully understand this Agreement, that they are signing it freely and voluntarily, and that by signing they are giving up substantial legal rights. If the Participant is under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must also sign below.
