Here is a generic and thorough draft of a Terms of Use for the International Whistleblower Advocates, tailored to an organization that educates and represents whistleblowers. This draft covers key areas typically found in such documents, including user responsibilities, intellectual property, disclaimers, and dispute resolution.
Terms of Use for the International Whistleblower Advocates
1. Acceptance of Terms By accessing or using the website of the International Whistleblower Advocates (“IWA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree to all of these Terms, do not access or use this website.
2. Purpose and Disclaimer The IWA provides online resources and information for educational and informational purposes only. The content and services, including any speaking events or materials, are not legal advice. The IWA does not provide legal representation through this website. While we may represent whistleblowers, an attorney-client relationship is not created by your use of this website or by contacting us. Any communication with us through the website, or by email, is not protected by the attorney-client privilege.
3. User Conduct You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes. You shall not post or transmit any material that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others. You agree not to interfere with the operation of the website or with the use of the website by other users.
4. Intellectual Property All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of the IWA or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. The name “International Whistleblower Advocates” and the IWA logo are trademarks of the IWA. You may not use these without our prior written permission.
5. Links to Third-Party Sites This website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not endorse the content of these third-party sites and are not responsible for their availability or accuracy. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.
6. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability The website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the IWA disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. In no event shall the IWA, its officers, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website.
7. Indemnification You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the IWA, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from your breach of these Terms or your use of the website.
8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the District of Columbia, USA, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding related to this website shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in the District of Columbia.
9. Contact Information If you have any questions about these Terms, you may contact us at: International Whistleblower Advocates: Joseph Orr 1800 M Street, NW #33888 Washington, District of Columbia 20033 Email: contact@whistle-blower.com
10. Changes to the Terms The IWA reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
