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INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

THIS INDEMNITY AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") made as of this ________ day of ________________, ________ (the "Execution Date"),

BETWEEN:


____________________ of _________________________
(the "Indemnitee")

OF THE FIRST PART

and


____________________ of _________________________
(the "Indemnifier")

OF THE SECOND PART

BACKGROUND:

  1. The Indemnitee desires protection against any personal liability, claim, suit, action, loss, or damage that may result from the Indemnitee's participation in the Service.
  2. The Indemnifier wishes to minimise any hardship the Indemnitee might suffer as the result of any personal liability, claim, suit, action, loss, or damage that may result from the Indemnitee's participation in the Service.

IN CONSIDERATION and as a condition of the Indemnifier and the Indemnitee entering into this Agreement and other valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which consideration is acknowledged, the Indemnifier and the Indemnitee agree as follows:

  1. Definitions
  2. The following definitions apply in the Agreement:
    1. "Service" means the following:
      ___________________________________________________________
      ___________________________________________________________
      ___________________________________________________________
      ___________________________________________________________
    2. "Expenses" means all costs incurred in the defence of any claim or action brought against the Indemnitee including legal fees.
    3. "Notice of Claim" means a notice that has been provided by the Indemnitee to the Indemnifier describing a claim or action that has or is being brought against the Indemnitee by a Third Party.
    4. "Notice of Indemnity" means a notice that has been provided by the Indemnitee to the Indemnifier describing an amount owing under this Agreement by the Indemnifier to the Indemnitee.
    5. "Parties" means both the Indemnitee and the Indemnifier.
    6. "Party" means either the Indemnitee or the Indemnifier.
    7. "Third Party" means any person other than the Indemnifier and the Indemnitee.
  3. Indemnification
  4. The Indemnifier will hold harmless and indemnify the Indemnitee against any and all claims and actions arising out of the participation of the Indemnitee in the Service, including, without limitation, Expenses, judgments, fines, settlements and other amounts actually and reasonably incurred in connection with any liability, suit, action, loss, or damage arising or resulting from the Indemnitee's participation in the Service, subject to the limits on indemnification described in the section titled Exceptions to Indemnification. Where prohibited by law, the above indemnification does not include indemnification of the Indemnitee against a claim caused by the negligence or fault of the Indemnitee, its agent or employee, or any third party under the control or supervision of the Indemnitee, other than the Indemnifier or its agent, employee or subcontractor.
  5. In the case of a criminal proceeding, the Indemnitee will not be indemnified by the Indemnifier.
  6. Exceptions to Indemnification
  7. The Indemnitee will not be entitled to indemnification from the Indemnifier for any Expenses, judgments, fines, settlements and other amounts incurred as the result of the Indemnitee's participation in the Service where:
    1. in the case of a civil claim, the Indemnitee did not act in good faith and in a reasonable manner;
    2. the actions or conduct of the Indemnitee constituted wilful misconduct or was knowingly fraudulent or deliberately dishonest;
    3. the Indemnitee will or has received payment under a valid and collectible insurance policy or under a valid and enforceable indemnity clause, bylaw or agreement, except where payment under this insurance policy, clause, bylaw or agreement is not sufficient to fully indemnify the Indemnitee in which case the Indemnifier will be responsible for any shortfall in payment received; or
    4. an action or proceeding was initiated in whole or in part by the Indemnitee whether alone or along with one or more other claimants unless the action or proceeding has the written consent of the Indemnifier.
  8. Notice of Claim
  9. In the event of any claim or action, the Indemnitee will promptly provide the Indemnifier with written notice of the claim or action and will notify the Indemnifier within five business days of the commencement of any legal proceedings relating to the claim or action. The Indemnitee will provide the Indemnifier with all available information known to the Indemnitee relating to the claim or action.
  10. Authorisation of Indemnification
  11. In any case where the Indemnitee requires indemnification, the Indemnifier will make the determination of whether indemnification is appropriate having given consideration to the terms described in the Exceptions to Indemnification section. If the Indemnitee disagrees with the determination of the Indemnifier then the matter must be referred for review and determination to independent legal counsel reasonably satisfactory to the Indemnitee. In all cases the Indemnifier will bear all costs of any independent determination.
  12. The Indemnifier will bear the burden of proving that indemnification is not appropriate.
  13. The termination of any claim or action by judgment, order, settlement, conviction or upon an admission of guilt or its equivalent will not, of itself, create a presumption that the person did not act in good faith and in a reasonable manner.
  14. Assumption of Defence
  15. On being notified of any impending action or claim, the Indemnifier may, at its own Expense, participate in the defence of any action or claim and may, alone or with any other indemnifying party, assume the defence against the action or claim using counsel that are reasonably satisfactory to the Indemnitee.
  16. Once the Indemnifier has notified the Indemnitee of the intention to assume the defence, the Indemnifier will no longer be liable to the Indemnitee for any further Expenses subsequently incurred by the Indemnitee in relation to the defence of the claim. Once the Indemnifier provides notice to the Indemnitee that the defence of claim has been assumed by the Indemnifier, the Indemnitee may employ or continue to employ its own legal counsel however any fees or Expenses incurred by the Indemnitee subsequent to the notice of assumption of defence by the Indemnifier will be the sole responsibility of the Indemnitee.
  17. Failure to Defend
  18. If the Indemnifier elects not to assume the defence against the claim or action then the Indemnitee may defend against the claim or action in any manner the Indemnitee deems appropriate. The Indemnifier will promptly reimburse the Indemnitee for Expenses, judgments, fines, settlements and any other amounts actually and reasonably incurred in connection with the defence of the claim or action subject to the limits on indemnification described in the section titled Exceptions to Indemnification.
  19. Settlement and Consent of Indemnifier
  20. The Indemnitee will not settle any claim or action without first obtaining the written consent of the Indemnifier. The Indemnifier will not be liable for any amounts paid in settlement of any claim or action where written consent of the Indemnifier was not first obtained. The Indemnifier will not unreasonably withhold consent to any settlement.
  21. Settlement and Consent of Indemnitee
  22. The Indemnifier will not settle any claim or action without first obtaining the written consent of the Indemnitee. The Indemnitee will not unreasonably withhold consent to any settlement.
  23. Co-operation
  24. The Indemnifier agrees to co-operate in good faith and use best efforts to ensure that the Indemnitee is indemnified and reimbursed for any and all Expenses, judgments, fines, settlements and other amounts actually and reasonably incurred in connection with the defence of any claim or action resulting from the participation of the Indemnitee in the Service.
  25. The Indemnitee agrees to co-operate in good faith and provide any and all information within the Indemnitee's power as required for the defence of any claim or action and also to provide any and all information within the Indemnitee's power as required to help in a determination of indemnification as described under the Authorisation of Indemnification section.
  26. Expenses
  27. No costs, charges or Expenses for which indemnity will be sought under this Agreement may be incurred without the Indemnifier's written consent. Any required consent must not be unreasonably withheld.
  28. All reasonable Expenses incurred by the Indemnitee to enforce this Agreement, and all costs of defending any Third Party claims or actions brought against the Indemnitee under this Agreement will be the sole responsibility of the Indemnifier subject to the limits on indemnification described in the section titled Exceptions to Indemnification.
  29. Advances of Expenses
  30. At the written request of the Indemnitee, the Indemnifier will advance to the Indemnitee any Expenses, including legal fees, incurred by the Indemnitee in defending any action brought against the Indemnitee. Where reasonable, and to minimise hardship to the Indemnitee, advance payments may be made prior to the disposition of any claim.
  31. The Indemnitee agrees to repay to the Indemnifier any advance payments of Expenses where a determination is ultimately made that the Indemnitee is not entitled to indemnification for reasons described under the Indemnification and the Exceptions to Indemnification sections.
  32. Payment
  33. All payments made by the Indemnifier to the Indemnitee will be made in full in immediately available funds within sixty days of receipt of Notice of Indemnity from the Indemnitee and without deduction for any counterclaim, defence, recoupment, or set-off.
  34. Any Notice of Indemnity sent by the Indemnitee to the Indemnifier must be made in writing and contain a full listing of the items to be covered in the payment. Any payment made by the Indemnifier to the Indemnitee will contain a listing of items covered under the payment.
  35. Enforcement
  36. If any right or remedy claimed by the Indemnitee under this Agreement is denied or is not paid by the Indemnifier, or on its behalf, within sixty days after a written Notice of Indemnity has been submitted by the Indemnitee to the Indemnifier, the Indemnitee may then bring suit against the Indemnifier to recover any unpaid amounts and if successful in whole or in part, the Indemnitee will be entitled to be paid any and all costs related to resolving the claim.
  37. Where a determination as described under Authorisation of Indemnification concludes that the Indemnitee's behaviour is not entitled to indemnification, this will not create a presumption that the Indemnitee is not entitled to indemnification under this Agreement.
  38. Insurance
  39. The Indemnifier must take out and maintain insurance coverage with an insurer reasonably acceptable to the Indemnitee on terms reasonable and sufficient to indemnify the participation of the Indemnitee in the Service.
  40. If the Indemnifier fails to maintain adequate liability insurance, the Indemnitee may take out insurance and charge all costs to the Indemnifier.
  41. Duration
  42. The rights and obligations of the Indemnitee and the Indemnifier under this Agreement will continue:
    1. so long as the Indemnitee is or will be subject to any possible claim or threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding, whether civil, arbitrational, administrative or investigative that results from the participation of the Indemnitee in the Service; or
    2. until terminated by an agreement in writing signed by both the Indemnifier and the Indemnitee.
  43. Unlimited Indemnification
  44. Under this Agreement, indemnification will be unlimited as to amount.
  45. Full Release
  46. Only payment and satisfaction in full of all amounts and charges payable under this Agreement and the due performance and observance of all terms, covenants and conditions of this Agreement will release the Indemnifier and the Indemnitee of their obligations under this Agreement.
  47. Further Action
  48. No action or proceeding brought or instituted under this Agreement and no recovery from that action or proceeding will be a bar or defence to any further action or proceeding which may be brought under this Agreement by reason of any further failure in the performance and observance of the terms, covenants and conditions of this Agreement.
  49. Subrogation
  50. In the event that any indemnity payment is made under this Agreement, the Indemnifier will be subrogated to the extent of this payment to all of the rights of recovery of the Indemnitee. The Indemnitee will take all action required and provide all information necessary to secure these rights and to fully enable the Indemnifier to take any action to enforce these rights in the recovery of the indemnity payment.
  51. Amendments
  52. This Agreement may only be amended, terminated or cancelled by an instrument in writing, signed by both the Indemnifier and the Indemnitee.
  53. Assignment of Indemnifier Rights and Obligations
  54. The rights and obligations of the Indemnifier as existing under this Agreement may not be assigned, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the Indemnitee.
  55. Assignment of Indemnitee Rights and Obligations
  56. The rights and obligations of the Indemnitee as existing under this Agreement may not be assigned, either in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the Indemnifier.
  57. Notices
  58. Any notices or deliveries required in the performance of this Agreement will be deemed completed when hand-delivered, delivered by agent, or seven days after being placed in the post, postage prepaid, to the Parties to this Agreement at the addresses contained in this Agreement or as the Parties may later designate in writing.
  59. Governing Law
  60. This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland.
  61. Jurisdiction
  62. The Irish Courts are to have jurisdiction to decide and settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with this Agreement.
  63. General Provisions
  64. This Agreement contains all terms and conditions agreed to by the Indemnifier and the Indemnitee. Statements or representations which may have been made by either Party in the negotiation stages of this Agreement may in some way be inconsistent with this final written Agreement. All such statements are declared to be of no value to either Party. Only the written terms of this Agreement will bind the Parties.
  65. Any failure of either Party to enforce any of the terms, covenants and conditions in this Agreement does not infer or permit a further waiver of that or any other right or benefit under this Agreement. A waiver by one Party of any right or benefit provided in this Agreement does not infer or permit a further waiver of that right or benefit, nor does it infer or permit a waiver of any other right or benefit provided in this Agreement.
  66. This Agreement will pass to the benefit of and be binding upon the Parties' respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and permitted assigns.
  67. The clauses, paragraphs, and subparagraphs contained in this Agreement are intended to be read and construed independently of each other. If any part of this Agreement is held to be invalid, this invalidity will not affect the operation of any other part of this Agreement.
  68. All of the rights, remedies and benefits provided in this Agreement will be cumulative and will not be exclusive of any other such rights, remedies and benefits allowed by law or equity that the Parties may have now or may acquire in the future.
  69. Time is of the essence in this Agreement.
  70. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which will be deemed to be an original and all of which together will be deemed to be one and the same instrument.
  71. Headings are inserted for the convenience of the Parties only and will not be considered when interpreting this Agreement. Words in the singular mean and include the plural and vice versa. Words in the masculine gender include the feminine gender and vice versa. Words in the neuter gender include the masculine gender and the feminine gender and vice versa.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Indemnitee and the Indemnifier have duly affixed their signatures under hand and seal on this ________ day of ________________, ________.


_________________________
____________________ (Indemnitee)

 


_________________________
____________________ (Indemnifier)

 

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What is an Indemnity Agreement?

An Indemnity Agreement is a document that protects someone from liabilities, losses, legal claims, or damages when they are conducting a service, transaction, or activity. In exchange for this protection, the other party in the agreement gets some form of compensation for their losses. This way, the parties can continue their business relationship and outline a course for legal action should a dispute occur.

People often use this contract when there’s a risk of accidents, injury, or property damage. Signing it confirms a mutual agreement between the parties. 

 An Indemnity Agreement is also known as a hold-harmless agreement.

Who are the parties in an Indemnity Agreement?

There are two parties in an Indemnity Agreement: 

  • The indemnitee is the party protected by the agreement. 
  • The indemnifier is the party that provides protection in the agreement. 

These parties may be individuals, corporations, or organizations.

In cases where more than one party requires indemnification, you might have to prepare multiple contracts to ensure that all parties are fully covered.  For example, if a venue agrees to host an event, its owners might seek indemnification from the organization hosting the event. 

What is the difference between a Release of Liability and an Indemnity Agreement?

Although these documents both protect against liabilities, losses, claims, or damages, an Indemnity Agreement can be more comprehensive than a Release of Liability (also called a Waiver Agreement).

For short-term events and some business relationships, a Release of Liability may be more appropriate than an Indemnity Agreement. For example, a participant in a skydiving event is more likely to sign a Waiver (i.e., agreeing to follow safety instructions and proper use of equipment) than an Indemnity Agreement. 

By signing a Release of Liability, the skydiver agrees to take full responsibility for the risks that they are taking. As such, they agree not to sue the skydiving company in the event of an accident, injury, or death.

How do I write an Indemnity Agreement?

Use LawDepot’s Indemnity Agreement template to generate a custom document that suits your needs. Simply answer our questionnaire, then download your document as a PDF or print out a hard copy. Our Indemnity Agreement questionnaire asks you for the following information:

General contract details

    1. Who will be protected by the Indemnity Agreement

    2. The terms of the Indemnity Agreement, such as

    • Requiring the other party to pay liability insurance
    • Protection against the costs of criminal proceedings
    • The inclusion of a confidentiality clause
    • Limiting the amount of monetary protection

    3. What the Indemnity Agreement is for, or its category

    Party details

    1. Your party's information 

    • Indemnitee details (name of the company or individual
    • Full name of the indemnitee 
    • The indemnitee’s address

    2. The other party's information 

    • Company details (name of the company or individual)
    • Full name of the indemnitee
    • The indemnitee’s address

    Extra information

    1. A description of the service that your party provides and how each party is involved

    • Any additional details that you need to provide regarding the services

    2. Signing details of the Indemnity Agreement

    • The date that the agreement is signed
    • Confirmation that witnesses were present at the signing of the agreement

    LawDepot’s template also allows you to add any additional clauses you see fit.

    Are Indemnity Agreements legally binding?

    Yes, Indemnity Agreements are legally binding if they contain all the elements necessary for a valid contract. These elements are:

    1. Offer and acceptance: The indemnifier offers to relieve the indemnitee of liability. The indemnitee accepts this offer of removal of liability and financial compensation.
    2. Consideration: Each party member receives something of value in exchange for the other. In this case, the indemnitee is relieved of liability, and the indemnifier somehow benefits from participating in a service, activity, or transaction.
    3. Intention: The parties have “a meeting of the minds” (i.e., they have agreed to enter into a contract with each other).
    4. Legality: All elements of the contract abide by Irish laws.
    5. Capacity: Both parties have the legal capacity to enter the contract.

    An Indemnity Agreement can also become invalid due to: 

    • Negligence causing injury, accident, or property damage 
    • Fraud causing financial loss and committed online or in-person via correspondence
    • Other forms of criminal activity

    Related documents

    • Release of Liability: Ensure that another party waives their right to make a legal claim against another party in case of a dispute.
    • Service Agreement: Determine the details of a business relationship between a client or a company providing a service.
    • Independent Contractor Agreement: Provide a service to a client as an independent contractor.
    • Confidentiality Agreement: Protect sensitive business and customer information from being distributed or revealed by employees.
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