Hinderstein v. Equitable Life Assurance Society of United States

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• finding that appearance of the actual word “negligence” was significant in determining whether exculpatory contract was to be enforced
• observing the fee paid by the decedent was for a NASCAR mechanic's license, not for use of the racetrack
• observing the fee paid by the decedent was for a mechanic's license, not for use of the racetrack
• disclaiming one’s liability for his own negligence, though disfavored by New York law and closely scrutinized by courts, is generally enforced where the exculpatory agreement is stated in unequivocal terms

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