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GlobalDispute.com (Site) is offered by Global Dispute Resolutions, Inc. (“GDR”) to users (“User(s)”) of the Web. GDR provides those seeking dispute resolution information, as well as mediation and legal services from our Subscribers (“Member(s)”). GDR also provides the opportunity to research and locate mediators, attorneys and/or expert witnesses who subscribe to GDR and are interested in providing legal services to the User.
Accountability. GDR does not warrant the validity and accuracy of information submitted by Users or Members nor does it guarantee the quality of any work product by Members. Although care has been taken to provide accurate and current information, GDR does not assume responsibility for any inaccurate information provided by Members. Third party content may appear or be accessible through the Site via member links. GDR has not reviewed these third party sites and does not control and is not responsible for any of these sites or their content. GDR does not represent or warrant that the Site will be error-free, free of viruses or other harmful components, or that defects will be corrected.
Member Listings. The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer or law firm are important decisions and should not be based solely upon Members self-proclaimed areas of practice. If you are a Member, participating in any aspect of this Site, including but not limited to email forums you acknowledge that rules of professional conduct apply to all aspects of your participation and that you will abide by such rules. The rules include, but are not limited to, the rules relating to advertising, solicitation of clients, unauthorized practice of law, and misrepresentations of fact. GDR disclaims all responsibility for your compliance with these rules.
Disclaimer of Legal Representation.The information provided on GDR is not intended to be legal advice but conveys general information related to legal issues commonly encountered. Use of GDR is not intended to and does not create an attorney-client relationship between Users and Members. GDR merely offers Users a forum through which they may review the qualifications and expertise of selected Members. Contact of Members is the sole responsibility of User. GDR is not compensated by Members based on fees paid by User. All fee arrangements and services are strictly between the User and Member.
Disclosure of Confidential Information. By using GDR, user acknowledges that any and all information transmitted via the internet is subject to interception by third parties. Although GDR places a high regard on the confidentiality of your dispute, we cannot guarantee your privacy. Therefore, Users should refrain from revealing private information that would identify parties involved. Users should describe their dispute in general terms when communicating via the internet. Specific and private information should only be revealed once the User has selected the Member and made contact via phone or in person. Members should avoid requesting specific or confidential information of Users via GDR.
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Unlawful Activity.GDR reserves the right to investigate complaints or reported violations of our Legal Disclaimer or Terms of Use and to take any action we deem appropriate, including but not limited to, reporting any suspected unlawful activity to law enforcement officials, regulators, or other third parties and disclosing any information necessary or appropriate to such persons or entities relating to your profiles, e-mail addresses, usage history, posted materials, IP addresses and traffic information. The failure of either party to enforce any rights hereunder shall not constitute a waiver of any terms or conditions of these Terms of Use.
Modifications to Terms of Use.GDR reserves the right to change these Terms of Use at any time. Updated versions of the Terms of Use will appear on this Site and are effective immediately. You are responsible for regularly reviewing the Terms of Use. Continued use of the Site after any such changes constitutes your consent to such changes.
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LIMITATION OF LIABLITY: IN NO EVENT WILL GDR BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF THE USE, INABILITY TO USE, OR THE RESULTS OF USE OF THIS SITE, ANY WEBSITES LINKED TO THIS SITE, OR THE MATERIALS, INFORMATION, OR SERVICES CONTAINED AT ANY OR ALL SUCH SITES. ANY ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE TERMS OF USE SHALL BE FILED ONLY IN STATE OR FEDERAL COURTS LOCATED IN FLORIDA AND YOU HEREBY CONSENT AND SUBMIT TO THE PERSONAL JURISDICTION OF SUCH COURTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF MEDIATION. IF NO SETTLEMENT IS REACHED IN MEDIATION, THE MEDIATOR SHALL ASSUME THE ROLE OF ARBITRATOR AND RENDER A FINAL BINDING DECISION.
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