What Is a Personal Portfolio Disclaimer?
Personal portfolios contain all the information normally found in a resume, but also contain samples of completed work as well. A model might include photos, a writer, writing samples and an artist, a series of sketches.
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Function
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The function of a personal portfolio disclaimer is to clearly state that you are not legally responsible or connected to something. Some might find it necessary, after making lengthy statements and claims about personal experience and ability, to state, in the form of a disclaimer, that the portfolio does not comprise a legally binding document.
Significance
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The significance can limit the legal rights that can be employed by persons or institutions in a legal situation or relationship. In the case of a personal portfolio, it is the responsibility of a potential employer to read and understand the entire document. This includes any disclaimer and, in the event the employee and employer end up in court, the fact that the employer should have been aware of the disclaimer works to the employees advantage.
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Misconceptions
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It is a mistake to believe that a disclaimer in a personal portfolio is an assurance of lack of legal liability. Purposefully misleading statements, outright falsities and untrue claims of expertise, particularly when they could bring harm to someone, are legally actionable, no matter what disclaimers are included.
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