Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction
Welcome to dearbornews.com. The following Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website dearbornews.com and any related services provided by us (collectively, the “Service”). By using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please refrain from using the Service.
2. Definitions
– “Service” refers to the dearbornews.com website and any features, functionalities, or content provided through it.
– “User” refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the Service.
– “Content” refers to all information, data, text, images, videos, audio, articles, and other material displayed on or distributed through the Service.
– “Account” refers to any user profile or login credentials used to access specific features of the Service, if applicable.
3. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using dearbornews.com, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction, and that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.
4. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Any such changes will be effective when posted on dearbornews.com. Continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your agreement to the updated Terms.
5. Use of Services
Eligibility
Use of the Service is void where prohibited. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements outlined in these Terms.
Account
Some functionalities of the Service may require you to create an Account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to maintain the security and confidentiality of your Account credentials. You are solely responsible for all activity occurring under your Account.
Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
– Use the Service for any unlawful purpose;
– Violate any local, state, national, or international law or regulation;
– Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others;
– Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code;
– Use automated systems (e.g., bots, crawlers) to extract data or interfere with the Service.
6. Intellectual Property
All content, features, and functionality on dearbornews.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, are the exclusive property of dearbornews.com or its content providers and are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on any part of the Service without prior written consent.
7. User-Generated Content
If you submit content or feedback to dearbornews.com, you grant dearbornews.com a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual, and irrevocable license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with the Service. You represent that you have all necessary rights to grant such a license. We reserve the right to remove any user-submitted content at our discretion.
8. Privacy Policy
Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
9. Third-Party Services
The Service may include links to or integrations with third-party websites, services, or content. dearbornews.com is not responsible for the practices or content of such third parties and does not endorse or guarantee any third-party offerings. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of those providers.
10. Disclaimers and Liability
The Service and all content provided are offered “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Service will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted. To the fullest extent permitted by law, dearbornews.com and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Service.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless dearbornews.com, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time and for any reason, including for violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to access or use the Service will immediately cease, and any data or content you may have stored may no longer be accessible.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in Michigan.
14. Miscellaneous
Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and dearbornews.com with respect to the Service and supersede all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
15. Contact Info
For questions about these Terms, contact us at [email protected].