TERMS OF USE

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern the access to and use of the website rsdlawchambers.com , which is owned and operated by RSD Law Chambers (“RSD”).

By accessing, browsing, or using the Website in any manner, the user (“User”, “you”, or “your”) unconditionally accepts and agrees to be bound by and to comply with:

  1. (i) these Terms of Use;
  2. (ii) the Disclaimer (which the User has accepted prior to accessing the Website); and
  3. (iii) the Privacy Policy available on the Website.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue access to and use of the Website.

1. Representations and Warranties of the User

By using the Website, the User represents, warrants, and confirms that:

  1. (a) the User has read, understood, and agreed to these Terms;
  2. (b) the User has the legal capacity to enter into and be bound by these Terms;
  3. (c) where the User is acting on behalf of a company or other legal entity, the User has due authority to bind such entity;
  4. (d) the User shall not violate any intellectual property or other proprietary rights of RSD;
  5. (e) the User has not been previously suspended, restricted, or prohibited from accessing the Website by RSD.

2. General Information and Disclaimer

  1. (a) The Website and all information, materials, text, graphics, and content made available therein (“Information”) are provided solely for general informational purposes.
  2. (b) The Information may be modified, updated, or removed at any time without prior notice.
  3. (c) While the Information is believed to be reliable when published, RSD makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or timeliness of such Information.
  4. (d) RSD expressly disclaims all liability for any loss, damage, or harm arising from reliance upon or use of the Information, whether arising from negligence, omission, error, or otherwise.
  5. (e) The User acknowledges that the Website does not constitute a substitute for professional legal advice.

3. No Solicitation and No Professional Relationship

  1. (a) The Website is not intended to be, and shall not be construed as, an advertisement, solicitation, invitation, or inducement of legal services.
  2. (b) No attorney–client relationship is created by:
    • Accessing or using the Website;
    • Viewing or downloading any material from the Website;
    • Sending any email or communication through the Website.
  3. (c) Any legal assistance required by the User must be sought independently through appropriate professional engagement.

4. Use of Website

  1. (a) The User agrees to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws.
  2. (b) The User shall not:
    • Copy, reproduce, modify, republish, upload, post, transmit, distribute, or exploit any part of the Website without prior written permission of RSD;
    • Use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, impair, or interfere with the functioning of the Website;
    • Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code;
    • Attempt unauthorised access to any part of the Website or its systems.
  3. (c) No material from the Website may be taken out of context or used in a manner that creates a misleading or false impression about RSD.

5. Third-Party Links

  1. (a) The Website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience.
  2. (b) Such links do not constitute endorsement, affiliation, or recommendation by RSD.
  3. (c) RSD does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites and disclaims all liability arising therefrom.

6. Confidentiality and Personal Information

  1. (a) Any Personal Information provided by Users shall be processed in accordance with the Privacy Policy.
  2. (b) Notwithstanding the above, transmission of information through the Website or email does not create confidentiality or privilege unless expressly agreed in writing.
  3. (c) RSD may disclose information where required by law, judicial process, governmental authority, or in the public interest.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

  1. (a) All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, layout, design, and software, is the exclusive intellectual property of RSD unless otherwise stated.
  2. (b) Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification, or distribution of such content is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

8. No Warranties

The Website and Information are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of:

  • Accuracy
  • Completeness
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Availability or uninterrupted access

RSD does not warrant that the Website will be error-free, secure, or free from harmful components.

9. Limitation of Liability

  1. (a) To the maximum extent permitted by law, RSD shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with:
    • Use or inability to use the Website;
    • Reliance on any Information;
    • Unauthorized access or alteration of User data;
    • Any technical malfunction or security breach.
  2. (b) The User accesses and uses the Website entirely at their own risk.

10. Termination and Suspension

  1. (a) RSD reserves the right, at its sole discretion and without notice, to suspend or terminate the User’s access to the Website for any reason, including breach of these Terms or legal requirements.
  2. (b) RSD shall not be liable to the User or any third party for termination or suspension of access.

11. Investigations and Enforcement

RSD reserves the right to:

  • Investigate violations or suspected violations of these Terms;
  • Cooperate with law enforcement or regulatory authorities;
  • Disclose User information where necessary to comply with law or protect rights.

12. Legal Remedies

RSD reserves the right to pursue all remedies available under law and equity, including injunctive relief, for any violation of these Terms or misuse of the Website.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

  1. (a) These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.
  2. (b) The courts at Mumbai, Maharashtra, shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms, without prejudice to RSD’s right to initiate proceedings in any other jurisdiction.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Disclaimer and Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between the User and RSD regarding the use of the Website.