Hold Harmless Agreement
/ˌhoʊld ˈhɑːrm.ləs əˈɡriː.mənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A contract whereby one party agrees not to hold the other liable for certain damages or claims.
The contractor required the client to sign a hold harmless agreement before starting the work.
Forms
- hold harmless agreement
- hold harmless agreements
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Commentary
Hold harmless agreements often function alongside indemnity clauses but may vary in scope; precision in drafting is key to define the extent of liability protection.
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