1. Definitions
- “Firm”, “we”, “us”, “our” refers to McLaughlin & Associates Lawyers, including its partners, officers, employees, and related entities.
- “Website” means [www.mclaughlinlawyers.com.au] and all pages and content within that domain.
- “User”, “you”, “your” means any person accessing or using the Website.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) and any additional terms, policies and notices posted or referenced herein. If you do not agree to any provision in these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Website.
3. Amendments and Updates
The Firm reserves the right to vary or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Revised Terms will be effective immediately upon publication on the Website. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. Users are encouraged to review these Terms regularly.
4. Legal Disclaimer – No Legal Advice
4.1 The information provided on this Website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.
4.2 Accessing or using the Website, or communicating with the Firm via the Website, does not establish a solicitor-client relationship.
4.3 You should seek independent legal or professional advice based on your own circumstances before acting or relying on any information on the Website.
5. Permitted Use
5.1 You may only access and use the Website for lawful purposes.
5.2 You must not:
(a) Use the Website in breach of any applicable laws or regulations;
(b) Interfere with the operation of the Website or attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website, its servers or networks;
(c) Use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable or impair the Website or interfere with any other user’s use;
(d) Post or transmit any material which is threatening, defamatory, obscene, unlawful, or infringes any third party’s rights.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 All material on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, trade marks (registered or unregistered), logos, audio, video, design, and software (“Content”), is owned or licensed by the Firm, unless otherwise stated is protected by Australian and international intellectual property laws.
6.2 Users may download, print or copy Content for personal, non-commercial use only.
6.3 You must not (except as permitted by law or with prior written consent of the Firm):
(a) Reproduce, modify, adapt, distribute, transmit, republish, display, or perform any part of the Content;
(b) Use any Content for commercial purposes;
(c) Reverse engineer or attempt to extract Website source code.
7. User Content
7.1 If you submit, upload, post or transmit any information, reviews, comments or other materials (“User Content”) via the Website:
(a) You grant the Firm a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual licence to use, reproduce and publish such User Content;
(b) You warrant that your User Content does not infringe the rights (including intellectual property rights, privacy and confidentiality) of any third party or contain any unlawful materials.
7.2 The Firm reserves the right to remove or edit User Content at its discretion.
8. Third Party Websites and Content
8.1 The Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or advertisements (“Linked Sites”). Such links are provided for convenience only.
8.2 The Firm does not endorse or control the Linked Sites and makes no representation or warranty as to their content, accuracy or functionality.
8.3 Your use of Linked Sites is governed by the terms and conditions and privacy policies of those sites.
9. Privacy and Data Collection
Your use of this Website is subject to the Firm’s Privacy Policy (available at www.mclaughlinlawyers.com.au ), which explains how your personal information is collected, stored, used and disclosed in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and other applicable laws. By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Policy.
10. Security
10.1 The Firm takes reasonable steps to ensure the security of its electronic communications and the Website.
10.2 However, you acknowledge that the security of communications sent via the internet cannot be guaranteed, and the Firm does not accept liability for any loss, damage or unauthorised disclosure of information transmitted via the Website.
11. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
11.1 While the Firm endeavours to ensure all information on the Website is current and accurate, the Firm makes no representation or warranty about the Website or its Content (including, without limitation, the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or fitness for purpose of the Content).
11.2 To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Firm excludes all warranties, guarantees and representations (express or implied) regarding the Website or its availability.
11.3 The Firm is not liable for any loss, damage, cost or expense (including indirect or consequential loss) arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of the Website, or your reliance on any Content, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), statute or otherwise.
11.4 Where liability under any law cannot be excluded, the Firm’s liability is limited to re-supplying the relevant services, or the amount paid by you (if any) for accessing the Website.
12. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless McLaughlin & Associates Lawyers, its partners, officers, employees and agents from and against any liability, loss, claims, damages, costs (including legal costs on a full indemnity basis), or expenses arising out of or in connection with:
(a) Your use of the Website;
(b) Any breach of these Terms;
(c) Any User Content you submit, post or transmit via the Website.
13. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect information about how you use the Website. Details on how cookies are used is provided in the Firm’s Privacy Policy.
14. Termination
The Firm may at its sole discretion terminate or restrict your access to the Website at any time and without notice, including if you breach these Terms.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of law, that provision will be severed and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland and the Commonwealth of Australia.
17. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms or your use of the Website, please contact:
McLaughlin & Associates Lawyers
18 Carol Avenue Springwood Qld
07 3808 7777