Disclaimers, Privacy Policy, and
Website Terms of Use

1.              INTRODUCTION

1.1. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website www.nettle-law.com (“Website”), which is owned and operated by Nettle Law LLC (“Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

1.2. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.

1.3. The Firm provides legal services in accordance with the laws of the State of New York and is subject to the New York Rules of Professional Conduct.

2.              DISCLAIMER OF ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

1.1. No Attorney-Client Relationship. The information provided on this Website does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and the Firm. Transmission of information to the Firm via this Website does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

1.2. No Legal Advice. Content on this Website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal advice can only be provided after formal engagement of the Firm and analysis of all relevant facts and circumstances.

1.3. Engagement Process. An attorney-client relationship is formed only when both you and the Firm have signed a written engagement agreement.

1.4. Confidentiality. While we strive to protect the confidentiality of information submitted through our Website, transmission of information over the internet is not completely secure. Do not send confidential or sensitive information through the Website contact forms. Information sent to us through the Website may not be privileged or confidential until we have agreed to represent you.

3.              SCHEDULING CONSULTATIONS THROUGH THE WEBSITE

3.1. Consultation Scheduling Service. The Website may offer a service that allows you to schedule consultations with our attorneys (“Consultation Scheduling Service”). By using the Consultation Scheduling Service, you agree to these Terms and any additional terms specific to the scheduling service.

3.2. No Guarantee of Availability. While we strive to maintain accurate availability information for our attorneys, we cannot guarantee that all displayed time slots will be available. The Firm reserves the right to reschedule or cancel any consultation at its discretion, with reasonable notice to you.

3.3. Information Collection for Consultations. When scheduling a consultation through the Website, you will be required to provide certain information, which may include:

3.3.1      Your full name, contact information, and preferred method of communication;

3.3.2      A brief description of the legal matter for which you seek consultation;

3.3.3      Information necessary to conduct a conflict of interest check; and

3.3.4      Any other information reasonably requested to facilitate the consultation.

3.4. Conflict of Interest Check. Prior to confirming any consultation, the Firm will conduct a conflict of interest check based on the information you provide. If a conflict is identified, we may decline the consultation and, where appropriate, provide referrals to other legal service providers.

3.5. Consultation Confirmation. Upon successful scheduling of a consultation, you will receive a confirmation via email or other specified contact method. This confirmation is not a guarantee that the Firm will accept your matter or that an attorney-client relationship has been established.

3.6. Consultation Fees. Information regarding whether consultations are free or fee-based will be clearly displayed on the Website. If fees apply, the amount and payment terms will be disclosed prior to scheduling. By scheduling a fee-based consultation, you agree to pay the specified fee according to the payment terms provided.

3.7. Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy. If you need to cancel or reschedule a consultation, please do so at least 12 hours in advance through the Website or by contacting us at scheduling@nettle-law.com. Failure to provide adequate notice for cancellation of a fee-based consultation may result in forfeiture of any prepaid consultation fees, at the Firm’s discretion.

3.8. No-Show Policy. If you fail to attend a scheduled consultation without prior notice (“no-show”), the Firm reserves the right to:

3.8.1      Charge the full consultation fee, if applicable;

3.8.2      Require prepayment for any future consultations; or

3.8.3      Decline to schedule future consultations.

3.9. Technical Issues. The Firm is not responsible for any technical issues that may prevent you from scheduling, rescheduling, or canceling a consultation through the Website. If you experience technical difficulties, please contact us directly at website@nettle-law.com.

3.10. Limitation of Liability for Scheduling Service. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Firm shall not be liable for any damages arising from or related to:

3.10.1   Unavailability of the Consultation Scheduling Service;

3.10.2   Errors or inaccuracies in the displayed availability of attorneys;

3.10.3   Cancellation or rescheduling of consultations; or

3.10.4   Technical failures affecting the Consultation Scheduling Service.

4.              PRIVACY POLICY

4.1. Information Collection. The Firm collects certain information from Website visitors as described in our Privacy Policy.

4.2. Use of Information. Any information submitted through the Website may be used for the purposes of responding to inquiries, improving our services, and as otherwise described in our Privacy Policy.

4.3. Confidentiality. While we strive to protect the confidentiality of information submitted through our Website, transmission of information over the internet is not completely secure. Do not send confidential or sensitive information through the Website.

5.              THIRD-PARTY DATA COLLECTION AND PROCESSING

5.1 Third-Party Applications. The Firm uses certain third-party applications and services (“Third-Party Applications”) to collect, process, and store information submitted through the Website. These Third-Party Applications may include, but are not limited to:

5.1.1  Consultation scheduling software;

5.1.2  Client intake and management systems;

5.1.3  Payment processing services;

5.1.4  Analytics and tracking tools; and

5.1.5  Communication platforms.

5.2. Information Sharing with Third Parties. By using the Website and submitting information through it, you acknowledge and consent to the sharing of your information with these Third-Party Applications as necessary to provide the services you request.

5.3. Third-Party Terms and Privacy Policies. The Third-Party Applications used by the Firm are governed by their own terms of service and privacy policies. We encourage you to review these policies before submitting information through the Website. Links to the relevant policies will be provided where applicable.

5.4. Data Security Measures. The Firm has implemented reasonable measures to ensure that Third-Party Applications used to collect and process your information maintain appropriate security standards. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5.5. Limited Use of Information. The Firm instructs all Third-Party Applications to use information collected through the Website only for the purposes for which it was provided and in accordance with these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

5.6. Data Retention. Information collected through Third-Party Applications may be retained in accordance with:

5.6.1  The Firm’s data retention policies;

5.6.2  The third party’s data retention policies;

5.6.3  Applicable legal and regulatory requirements; and

5.6.4  Professional obligations regarding client information.

5.7. Access to and Correction of Information. You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your information collected through Third-Party Applications by contacting us at website@nettle-law.com. We will respond to such requests in accordance with applicable law and our professional obligations.

5.8. International Data Transfers. Information collected through the Website may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where the Third-Party Applications operate. By using the Website, you consent to the transfer of your

5.9. Limitation of Liability for Third-Party Applications. The Firm is not responsible for the actions, omissions, or policies of any Third-Party Application. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Firm disclaims all liability for any loss, damage, or harm resulting from:

5.9.1  The collection, use, disclosure, or retention of your information by Third-Party Applications;

5.9.2  Security breaches or data incidents involving Third-Party Applications; or

5.9.3  Changes to the policies or practices of Third-Party Applications.

6.              COOKIE POLICY

6.1. What Are Cookies. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our Website. They allow us to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.

6.2. Types of Cookies We Use. Our Website uses the following types of cookies:

6.2.1 Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

6.2.2 Performance Cookies: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Website. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the Website.

6.2.3 Functionality Cookies: These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

6.2.4 Targeting Cookies: These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites.

6.2.5 Managing Cookies. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, as it will no longer be personalized to you. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

6.2.6 Third-Party Cookies. In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Website and deliver advertisements on and through the Website.

7.              INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

7.1. Ownership. All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of the Firm and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

7.2. Limited License. The Firm grants you a limited, non-exclusive license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes.

7.3. Restrictions. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or exploit any content from this Website without prior written permission from the Firm.

7.3.1      Your computer may temporarily store copies of such materials in RAM incidental to your accessing and viewing those materials.

7.3.2      You may store files that are automatically cached by your Web browser for display enhancement purposes.

7.3.3  You may print or download one copy of a reasonable number of pages of the Website for your own personal, non-commercial use and not for further reproduction, publication, or distribution.

7.4. Trademarks. The Firm name, the Firm logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of the Firm or its affiliates or licensors. You must not use such marks without the prior written permission of the Firm. All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans on this Website are the trademarks of their respective owners.

8.              LINKS TO THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES

8.1.         External Links. This Website may provide links to third-party websites maintained by others. These links are provided solely as a convenience to our Website visitors.

8.2.         No Endorsement. The Firm does not control, endorse, or guarantee the content, accuracy, or quality of linked websites.

8.3.         No Liability. The Firm is not responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with your use of any linked website. Your use of linked websites is subject to the terms and conditions of those websites.

9.              SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY

9.1. Official Accounts. The Firm maintains official accounts on various social media platforms. These accounts are managed by authorized representatives of the Firm.

9.2. Content and Interactions. All content posted by the Firm on social media platforms is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The Firm reserves the right to remove any comments or content from its social media

9.3. No Attorney-Client Relationship. Following, connecting with, or interacting with the Firm’s social media accounts does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not post confidential information on the Firm’s social media accounts, as such communications are not privileged or confidential.

9.4. User-Generated Content. By posting content on the Firm’s social media accounts, you grant the Firm a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content throughout the world in any media.

9.5. Disclaimer. The Firm is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any social media platform. Your use of social media platforms is subject to the terms and conditions of those platforms.

10.           FEE STRUCTURE DISCLAIMER

10.1. Fee Information. Any information regarding fees or costs provided on the Website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer or agreement regarding fees.

10.2. Fee Determination. Actual fees and costs will be determined based on the specific circumstances of each client’s matter, the complexity of the legal issues involved, the time required, and other relevant factors. Fees and costs will be clearly set forth in a written engagement agreement between the client and the Firm.

10.3. Fee Arrangements. The Firm may offer various fee arrangements, including hourly rates, flat fees, contingency fees, or hybrid arrangements, depending on the nature of the legal matter and as permitted by applicable rules of professional conduct.

10.4. Consultation Fees. Information regarding whether initial consultations are free or fee-based will be provided upon request. Any fees for initial consultations will be disclosed prior to scheduling.

10.5.  Changes to Fees. The Firm reserves the right to modify its fee structure at any time. Any changes to fees for existing clients will be made in accordance with the terms of the applicable engagement agreement and rules of professional conduct.

11.           TESTIMONIAL DISCLAIMER

11.1. Authenticity. Testimonials displayed on the Website are actual statements made by clients or former clients of the Firm. They reflect the real experiences of those individuals.

11.2. No Guarantee of Results. Testimonials are provided for informational purposes only. Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in future legal matters. Each legal matter involves unique facts and circumstances that will affect the outcome.

11.3. Compensation Disclosure. The Firm does not compensate clients for providing testimonials. All testimonials are voluntarily provided by clients or former clients.

11.4. Consent. All testimonials are published with the express consent of the individuals providing them. In some cases, names and identifying information may have been changed to protect client confidentiality.

11.5. Compliance with Rules of Professional Conduct. All testimonials comply with applicable rules of professional conduct governing attorney advertising in the Sate of New York.

12.           ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

12.1. Commitment to Accessibility. The Firm is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

12.2. Conformance Status. The Firm aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

12.3. Measures Taken. We have taken the following measures to ensure accessibility:

12.3.1   Including alt text for all images

12.3.2   Providing appropriate contrast between text and background

12.3.3   Ensuring that the Website can be navigated using keyboard controls

12.3.4   Using headings and landmarks to help users navigate the content

12.3.5   Feedback. We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Website. Please contact us at website@nettle-law.com if you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement.

12.4.      Limitations. Despite our efforts to make the Website accessible, there may be some limitations. We are committed to addressing these issues as quickly as possible.

13.           LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

13.1.      No Warranties. The Website and its content are provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied.

13.2.      Limitation. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Firm shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of the Website.

13.3.  Jurisdictional Limitations. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability for certain damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

14.           ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROVISION

14.1. Mandatory Mediation. If a dispute arises between you and the Firm relating to these Terms or your use of the Website, you agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through confidential mediation administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its mediation rules.

14.2. Arbitration. If the dispute is not resolved through mediation within 60 days of the initial demand for mediation, the dispute shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its arbitration rules.

14.3. Location. Any mediation or arbitration shall take place in New York, NY, unless otherwise agreed by the parties.

14.4. Costs. The costs of mediation and arbitration shall be shared equally by the parties, unless the mediator or arbitrator determines otherwise.

14.5.      Exceptions. This alternative dispute resolution provision does not apply to:

14.5.1   Actions to enforce intellectual property rights

14.5.2   Claims for injunctive relief

14.5.3   Fee disputes between the Firm and its clients, which shall be governed by the applicable rules of professional conduct and any written engagement agreement

14.6.      Class Action Waiver. You agree to resolve any disputes with the Firm on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in a class action or representative proceeding.

15.           GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

15.1. Governing Law. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15.2. Jurisdiction. Subject to the Alternative Dispute Resolution Provision above, any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York, NY, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

16.           SEVERABILITY CLAUSE

16.1. Severability. If any provision of these Terms is held by a court or other tribunal of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining provisions of the Terms will continue in full force and effect.

16.2. Reformation. In lieu of any invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision, there shall be added automatically as part of these Terms a valid, legal, and enforceable provision that comes closest to expressing the intention of the invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision.

16.3. No Waiver. The failure of the Firm to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

16.4. Survival. The provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

17.           INDEMNIFICATION

17.1. Indemnity. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Firm, its partners, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) that such parties may incur as a result of or arising from your violation of these Terms.

17.2. Cooperation. You agree to cooperate as fully as reasonably required in the defense of any claim. The Firm reserves the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you.

18.           TERMINATION

18.1. Termination by the Firm. The Firm reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Website, without notice, for any conduct that the Firm, in its sole discretion, believes is in violation of these Terms or is harmful to the interests of the Firm, other users, or third parties.

18.2. Effect of Termination. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

19.           MISCELLANEOUS

19.1. Entire Agreement. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by the Firm on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Firm concerning the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, whether electronic, oral, or written, between you and the Firm with respect to the Website.

19.2. Assignment. You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without the Firm’s prior written consent. Any attempt by you to assign or transfer these Terms without such consent will be null and void. The Firm may assign or transfer these Terms, at its sole discretion, without restriction.

19.3. No Agency. No agency, partnership, joint venture, employee-employer, or franchiser-franchisee relationship is intended or created by these Terms.

19.4. Force Majeure. The Firm shall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under these Terms where such failure results from any cause beyond the Firm’s reasonable control, including, without limitation, mechanical, electronic, or communications failure or degradation.

19.5. Headings. The section titles in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

20.           GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

20.1. New York Law. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

20.2. Jurisdiction. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in New York County, New York.

21.           MODIFICATIONS

21.1. Terms Modifications. The Firm reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on the Website with the effective date.

21.2. Continued Use. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications to the Terms constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

22.           CONTACT INFORMATION

22.1. Questions or concerns regarding these Terms should be directed to website@nettle-law.com or (888) 815-0203.