Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction and Acceptance

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website www.davelawfirm.com ("Website") and any services provided by Dave Law Firm ("Firm," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms or policies referenced herein.

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY: These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Dave Law Firm. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Website or services.

2. Definitions and Interpretation

Throughout these Terms, unless the context requires otherwise, the following definitions shall apply:

2.1 Key Terms

  • "Client" refers to any individual or entity that has entered into a formal engagement agreement with the Firm for legal services.
  • "Content" encompasses all materials, information, text, images, graphics, videos, documents, and other content available on or through the Website.
  • "Legal Services" means any professional legal services, advice, consultation, or representation provided by the Firm.
  • "User," "you," or "your" refers to any person or entity accessing or using the Website or our services.
  • "Website" means www.davelawfirm.com and all associated webpages, content, and services.

2.2 Interpretation Principles

In these Terms:

  • Words importing the singular include the plural and vice versa.
  • References to persons include incorporated and unincorporated bodies.
  • Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.
  • References to "including" or similar terms shall be construed as illustrative and shall not limit the sense of the preceding words.

3. Legal Services and Engagement

3.1 No Attorney-Client Relationship

The Content provided on this Website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Accessing the Website or communicating with us through the Website does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is established only when:

  • You have participated in a formal consultation with one of our attorneys;
  • We have completed our conflict-checking procedures;
  • We have determined that we can provide the requested services; and
  • Both parties have signed a written engagement agreement.

3.2 Jurisdictional Limitations

Our attorneys are licensed to practice law only in specific jurisdictions. The Content on this Website does not constitute an offer to provide legal services in jurisdictions where our attorneys are not licensed to practice. You should consult with qualified legal counsel in your jurisdiction regarding your specific legal matters.

4. Communications and Confidentiality

4.1 Electronic Communications

By using our Website, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These communications may include:

  • Notices about your Website use
  • Information about our services
  • Responses to your inquiries
  • Administrative messages
  • Updates to these Terms or our policies

You acknowledge that any electronic communications from us satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

4.2 Confidentiality

While we maintain strict confidentiality standards for our clients, communications through the Website are not automatically protected by attorney-client privilege. Until a formal attorney-client relationship is established:

  • Do not send us any confidential or sensitive information through the Website
  • Any information you submit may not be treated as privileged or confidential
  • Sending us information does not prevent us from representing another party in the same matter

4.3 Security Measures

While we implement reasonable security measures, we cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted via the Internet. You acknowledge and accept the inherent security risks of providing information online.

5. Website Usage and Access

5.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You specifically agree not to:

  • Use the Website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Firm or any person or entity
  • Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use of the Website
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or related systems
  • Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device to access the Website
  • Introduce any viruses, trojans, worms, or other harmful material
  • Interfere with the proper working of the Website

5.2 Content Accuracy

While we strive to keep Website Content accurate and up-to-date, we make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any Content. The Content may include technical, typographical, or photographic errors. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions at any time without prior notice.

5.3 Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We provide these links only as a convenience and do not endorse, monitor, or have any responsibility for the content of any such sites. Your access and use of such sites is solely at your own risk.

6. Liability and Indemnification

6.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Security
  • Accuracy
  • Reliability

6.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FIRM BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION:

  • Damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses
  • Damages relating to your access to or inability to access the Website
  • Damages relating to any conduct or content of any third party on the Website
  • Personal injury, property damage, or emotional distress
  • Any other damages whatsoever

6.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Firm and its partners, employees, agents, officers, directors, and representatives from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your use of the Website
  • Any information you submit to the Website
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Ownership

The Website and all of its Content, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, design, selection, and arrangement) are owned by the Firm, its licensors, or other providers and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

7.2 Limited License

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

  • Access and view the Content for your personal, non-commercial use only
  • Print reasonable numbers of pages from the Website for your personal use

You must not:

  • Modify copies of any Content
  • Delete or alter any copyright or other proprietary notices
  • Access or use the Website or Content for any commercial purposes
  • Transfer the Content to another person or "mirror" it on any other server

7.3 Trademark Usage

The Firm name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of the Firm or its affiliates. You must not use such marks without our prior written permission. All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans on the Website are the trademarks of their respective owners.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

8.1 Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Policy, incorporated by reference into these Terms, describes our practices for collecting, using, and disclosing your personal information. By using the Website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

8.2 Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no Internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee that unauthorized access, hacking, data loss, or other breaches will never occur. You transmit your data to us at your own risk.

8.3 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. By using the Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

9. Termination and Modification

9.1 Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Breach of these Terms
  • Conduct we believe to be harmful to other users, us, or third parties
  • Violation of applicable laws or regulations
  • Upon request by law enforcement or government agencies
  • Discontinuation or material modification of the Website

9.2 Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If we make material changes, we will provide notice through the Website or by other means. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

9.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including without limitation ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

10.1 Governing Law

These Terms and your use of the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State where our main office is located, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

10.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located within our State of primary operation, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

10.3 Waiver and Severability

No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. If any provision of these Terms is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

10.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Firm regarding your use of the Website.