What Is a Waiver or Final Release?

 A waiver or final release is a legal document used to give up certain rights or claims. It’s commonly signed after a dispute has been resolved or to acknowledge risk before an activity. When notarized, these documents carry stronger legal enforceability and protect all parties from future misunderstandings or legal challenges.

Common examples include:

• Liability waivers for businesses or events
• Insurance claim releases
• Settlement agreements after disputes
• Release of lien documents
• Debt forgiveness forms
  

Why It Needs to Be Notarized

Notarization protects all parties by:

• Proving the signer’s identity
• Confirming the signature was made voluntarily
• Reducing the risk of future legal disputes
• Adding legal weight in court, arbitration, or mediation
• Demonstrating that the signer understood the implications
  

What It Includes?

 A typical waiver or final release may outline:

• Names and contact details of involved parties
• The nature of the claim or risk being released
• Any payment or compensation terms (if applicable)
• Effective date of release
• Voluntary consent statement
• Signatures and notary public verification
  

When to Use It

 You should get a waiver or release notarized if:

• You’re resolving a legal or financial dispute
• You’re accepting or issuing payment for a claim
• You’re waiving your right to sue or seek compensation
• A business or lawyer has advised notarization for enforceability
• You want to ensure the document is legally defensible
  

Our Notarization Process

We offer both in-person and remote notarization:

Online Appointments
Send us your waiver or final release draft for review. We verify your identity on a secure video call and issue a notarized PDF you can use right away.

In-Person Appointments
Prefer face-to-face? Visit our Vaughan office at 60 Disera Dr and we’ll notarize your document the same day.