Can the UC Waiver be modified?
General Counsel approved the UC Waiver language. It cannot be changed in any way. There are spaces in the UC Waiver where participants must fill in information. Recent case law in California has defined how waivers and releases should be formatted. Waivers and releases cannot be the “fine print” in a larger publication, such as a brochure. They must be on a separate sheet of white paper, using an easy-to-read font type and size (regular, 12 point helvetica). An effective waiver must be easily distinguishable and completely readable. There must be no question in the participant’s mind as to what they are signing. If additional pertinent information cannot be accommodated in the space available on the waiver, use the UC Waiver – Description of Activities Attachment.
