Legal Question in Business Law in California

Is this disclaimer clause sufficient?

I am preparing to self-publish a brief users guide regarding a process governed by state law. I want to protect myself from any mistakes/liabilities. Is this disclaimer sufficient? It's rather long, should it be shorter?

''The information included in this booklet is not to be construed as legal advice. No representation is made or guarantees or warranty given (either expressed or implied) as to the accuracy, correctness, or completeness of this information. You are advised to verify the information included herein before you act upon it. It is your responsibility to ensure that all of your actions and procedures are carried out properly and lawfully. The author and publisher is not liable nor responsible for any damages, losses, and/or liabilities suffered and/or incurred as a result of any errors or emissions in this booklet or as a result of any reliance on the information provided in this booklet.''


Asked on 11/11/08, 5:34 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Bryan Whipple Bryan R. R. Whipple, Attorney at Law

Re: Is this disclaimer clause sufficient?

You need to say "omissions" rather than "emissions." This is spelling advice, and not to be contrued as legal advice. Seriously, I think you should take your finished product to a lawyer, and inquire whether your guide seems to be assailable as practicing law without a license, which is illegal with or without a disclaimer.

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Answered on 11/11/08, 10:48 pm


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