Terms of Use

1. Introduction

Vide Law PC operates www.videlaw.com. These Terms of Use cover user rights and obligations when using the Website. Users must also review the Privacy Policy. By using the Website, you agree to be bound by both documents. Please contact info@videlaw.com with any questions.

2. No Legal Advice, Opinion, or Services; No Advertising or Solicitation

Materials on this Website are provided only as general information and do not constitute legal advice or solicitation. The information does not create an attorney-client relationship. Users should not rely on Website content without seeking advice from licensed counsel. Information is not guaranteed to be current or complete. Vide Law disclaims liability for actions taken based on Website content.

3. No Creation of an Attorney-Client Relationship or Privilege

Accessing the Website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Transmitting information does not establish privilege. Vide Law only forms attorney-client relationships through procedures unrelated to the Website, in accordance with California State Bar rules.

4. No Confidentiality

Email communications to Vide Law are not treated as privileged or confidential unless the firm already represents the sender. Internet email security is uncertain. Users accept risks of communicating via unencrypted email. Vide Law does not wish to represent users in states where the Website does not comply with ethical rules. The firm is not responsible for third-party content accessed through the Website.

5. Prohibited Uses

Users agree not to use the Website to: violate laws; infringe intellectual property rights; send unsolicited commercial email; transmit defamatory materials; violate Website security; transmit malicious code; impersonate others; commit fraud; interfere with Website operation; bypass access restrictions; harvest information; or violate these Terms or Privacy Policy. Users are responsible for all their activity.

6. Information You Provide to Us

By providing information, users grant Vide Law rights to use it for purposes related to providing the Website and services. Users represent they own or have legal authority to distribute all information provided. Vide Law does not store user data and assumes no responsibility for data storage activities.

7. Third Party Sites and Services

The Website integrates third-party services over which Vide Law has no control. The firm makes no guarantees about third-party information or services and assumes no responsibility. Vide Law is not responsible for accuracy, content, or functionality of linked third-party websites and does not endorse them.

8. Our Intellectual Property

Website content belongs to Vide Law or is used with permission. Users receive a nonexclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to use content only for its intended purpose. Users cannot sell, redistribute, download, export, reproduce, decompile, reverse-engineer, disassemble, or convert Website content without permission.

9. Assumption of Risk

Vide Law MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED regarding the Website or its content. Users expressly agree their use is at their sole risk.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties; “As Is”

The Website is provided “AS IS.” Vide Law expressly disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for purpose, accuracy, timeliness, system integration, or noninfringement. Users assume all risks of damage from use or inability to use the Website. Operation is not guaranteed to be uninterrupted or error-free.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND including special, incidental, or consequential damages, lost profits, or lost data. Aggregate liability shall not exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00). Some jurisdictions do not allow such exclusions, so this may not apply universally.

12. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify, defend, and hold Vide Law harmless from third-party claims related to user actions, content, or Website use. Vide Law reserves rights to approve counsel, control defense, and participate in defense at its expense. Users cannot settle claims without Vide Law's consent.

13. Dispute Resolution

Users and Vide Law agree to resolve disputes as follows: First, attempt informal resolution via email at info@videlaw.com. Second, attempt mediation administered by JAMS in Riverside County, CA, with costs divided equally. Third, participate in binding arbitration administered by JAMS in Riverside County, CA. The prevailing party receives costs and fees including attorneys' fees. Users and Vide Law waive jury trial rights.

14. Governing Law, Venue, & Personal Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by California law without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any lawsuit will be brought in federal or state courts in Alameda County, CA. Both parties consent to venue and personal jurisdiction there.

15. Severability Waiver

If any term is unenforceable, all others remain in effect. Failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver of future enforcement. Waivers must be written and signed by authorized representatives.

16. Changes to These Terms

Vide Law reserves the right to change these Terms with or without notice. Continued Website use constitutes consent to new Terms.

17. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, the Website, or services, contact info@videlaw.com or use our contact form.

18. Headings Used in These Terms

Section headings are for reference only and do not affect interpretation.