I hereby release Rev. Sydney Finn, their contractors, agents, employees, successors and assigns, and their respective heirs, personal representative, affiliates, and any or all persons, liable or who might be claimed to be liable, whether or not here in named, none of whom admit any liability to the undersigned, but all expressly denying liability, for any, and all actions, causes of action, claims and demands of any and every kind and also any all injuries and damages that may occur in the present or develop in the future. I am over 18 years of age; or, I am in the parent or legal guardian of the subject of the workshop participant or client. I am currently under the care of a physician or other health care practitioner. I understand that no physician-patient relationship is established through my participation in workshops or sessions. I understand that this is not psychotherapy. I understand that I will be receiving an energy work session and that the purpose of the session is for the well being of my heart and mind. I understand that there is no implied or stated guarantee of success or effectiveness of individual technique or series of appointments. I hereby acknowledge that this is not a substitute for medical care, examination or diagnosis. Rev. Sydney Finn does not diagnose, give medical advice, or make a claim to cure, or predict the future. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. Dispute Resolution: Rev. Sydney Finn and the Client agree to first enter into negotiations to resolve any controversy, claim or despite ("dispute") arising under or related to this Contract. The parties agree to negotiate in good faith to reach a mutually agreeable resolution of such dispute within a reasonable period of time. If good faith negotiations are unsuccessful, the such dispute will be mediated by a mutually-acceptable mediator to be chosen by the parties within fifteen (15) business days after written notice by one of the parties demanding mediation. Neither party may unreasonably withhold consent to the selection of the mediator. The parties agree to share the cost of the mediation equally. Such mediation will take place in San Francisco, California. If the dispute cannot be resolved by the parties through negotiation or mediation within forty-five (45) days of the date of the initial demand for mediation by one of the parties, then either party may seek resolution of the dispute as otherwise provided in this Contract and by laws of the State of California. Governing Law/Venue: This agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any claim, action, or suit between Rev. Sydney Finn and the Client that arise out of or relates to performance of this agreement shall be brought and conducted solely and exclusively within the Circuit Court of San Francisco County, California. Provided, however, that if such a claim, action or suit may be brought only in a federal forum, it shall be brought and conducted solely and exclusively within the United States District Court of California. Client, by execution of this agreement, hereby consents to the in personal jurisdiction of said courts. I Agree April 20, 2024 |