Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to Lex Advice, a legal platform dedicated to providing free legal assistance and awareness to individuals in need. Our website is designed to offer a comprehensive resource for those seeking to understand their legal rights and obligations and to provide a platform for connecting with legal professionals who can offer guidance and support.

By using our website, you agree to be bound by the following Terms of Use, which outline the terms and conditions of our service. We encourage you to read these Terms carefully, as they contain important information about your rights and responsibilities when using our website.

At Lex Advice, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that our website is a safe and trustworthy resource for all users. Our Terms of Use are designed to reflect this commitment and to provide a clear understanding of how we collect, use, and protect user information.

If you have any questions or concerns about our Terms of Use, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to hear from our users and to address any concerns you may have.

2. Eligibility

2.1 – To use the Lex Advice website, you must:

Be at least 18 years old
Be seeking legal information and assistance for personal, non-commercial purposes
Not be a legal professional or representative of a legal organization seeking to use the website for commercial purposes
Not be barred or restricted from using the website under the laws of India or any other applicable jurisdiction

By using the website, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements. If you do not meet these requirements, please do not use the website.

2.2 – Additionally, Lex Advice reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to the website for any user who:

Provides false or misleading information
Misuses the website or its resources
Violates these Terms of Use or any applicable laws

If you have any questions about your eligibility to use the website, please contact us.

3. Content

3.1 – Ownership: All content on the Lex Advice website, including text, images, graphics, and other materials, is owned by Lex Advice or its licensors.
3.2 – Accuracy: While Lex Advice strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information, it does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content.
3.3 – Legal Advice: The content on the website is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice.
3.4 – User-Generated Content: Any content uploaded or submitted by users to the website will be treated as non-confidential and non-proprietary.
3.5 – Prohibited Content: Users must not upload or submit any content that is:

Unlawful, threatening, or harassing
Defamatory or libelous
Obscene, vulgar, or indecent
Infringing on intellectual property rights
Containing viruses or other malicious code

3.6 – Linking: The website may contain links to third-party websites, which are not under Lex Advice’s control. Lex Advice is not responsible for the content or accuracy of these linked websites.

4. User Conduct

4.1 – You agree to use the website responsibly and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
4.2 – You must not use the website for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose.
4.3 – You must not interfere with or disrupt the website’s operation.
4.4 – You must not transmit any harmful or malicious code.
4.5 – You must not collect or store personal data about other users.
4.6 – You must not impersonate or misrepresent your identity.
4.7 – You must not use the website for commercial purposes without Lex Advice’s prior written consent.
4.8 – You agree to interact with other users in a respectful and professional manner.
4.9 – If you become aware of any violation of these Terms of Use, you must report it to Lex Advice immediately.
4.10 – Lex Advice reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to the website for any user who violates these Terms of Use.

5. Intellectual Property

This section establishes Lex Advice’s ownership of intellectual property rights, prohibits unauthorized use, and grants a license for user-generated content. It also provides a process for reporting infringement.
5.1 – Ownership: All intellectual property rights in the website and its content, including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, are owned by Lex Advice or its licensors.
5.2 – Copyright: The website and its content are protected by copyright laws. You may not reproduce, modify, or distribute any content without Lex Advice’s prior written consent.
5.3 – Trademarks: Lex Advice’s trademarks, logos, and service marks may not be used without prior written consent.
5.4 – Trade Secrets: You agree to maintain the confidentiality of Lex Advice’s trade secrets and proprietary information.
5.5 – User-Generated Content: By uploading or submitting user-generated content, you grant Lex Advice a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and distribute such content.
5.6 – No License: Except as explicitly stated, nothing in these Terms of Use grants you any license or right to use Lex Advice’s intellectual property.
5.7 – Infringement: If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed, please notify Lex Advice immediately through email.

6. Governing Laws

6.1 – Jurisdiction: These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.
6.2 – Venue: Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms of Use shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, as amended, or in the courts of Katihar, Bihar, India, specifically the District Court of Katihar (PIN – 854105).
6.3 – Choice of Law: The laws of India shall apply to any disputes or claims arising out of or related to these Terms of Use, without regard to conflict of law principles.
6.4 – International Users: If you are accessing the website from outside India, you agree to comply with all applicable local laws and regulations.
6.5 – Changes to Laws: Lex Advice reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use to comply with changes in applicable laws or regulations.

7. Changes to Terms

This section allows Lex Advice to modify the Terms of Use at any time, makes changes effective immediately, and requires users to regularly review the Terms of Use to stay informed. Please review this section carefully to ensure it meets your needs.
7.1 – Right to Modify: Lex Advice reserves the right to modify or update these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice.
7.2 – Effective Date: Changes to these Terms of Use shall be effective immediately upon posting on the website.
7.3 – Continued Use: Your continued use of the website after changes have been posted shall constitute acceptance of the revised Terms of Use.
7.4 – Regular Review: You agree to regularly review these Terms of Use to ensure you are aware of any changes.
7.5 – No Notice: Lex Advice shall not be obligated to provide notice of changes to these Terms of Use, but may do so in its sole discretion.”