Terms of Use for SDS Advocates

This Terms of Use Agreement (the “Agreement” or “Terms”) governs your access to and use of the website www.sdsadvocates.com (the “Website”), including all content, services, and features provided by SDS Advocates (“we”, “us”, “our”). By using or accessing the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Changes to the Terms

We may update or revise these Terms at any time by posting the revised Terms on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. Changes will not apply retroactively.

2. Purpose

The Website is provided as a complimentary resource for clients, colleagues, and visitors, purely for general informational purposes. Nothing on this Website constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. The Website does not solicit clients or legal work.

You should not take or refrain from any action based on content on the Website alone. We disclaim all responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from reliance on this Website, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

3. Ownership and Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and trademarks (“Content”), is the exclusive property of SDS Advocates or its licensors.

You agree not to copy, reproduce, distribute, sell, or exploit any Content for commercial purposes without our prior written consent. All rights remain reserved by SDS Advocates.

4. Permitted Use

Subject to full compliance with these Terms, you are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and view the Website and print a single copy of Content for personal or professional, non-commercial use.

You may not:

  • Remove or alter any legal notices, disclaimers, or proprietary notices on the Content;
  • Use the Website or Content unlawfully or to infringe others’ rights;
  • Attempt unauthorized access or disrupt the Website or its services.

5. Access Restrictions and Usage

Access is permitted through standard web browsers on computers or mobile devices only. You agree not to use automated systems (e.g., bots, spiders) to collect data or interact with the Website unless authorized.

You must not impair, overload, or interfere with Website operation or other users’ access.

6. Shared Device Access

If accessing on a shared or public device, you should clear browsing history, cookies, and cache after use to ensure privacy and compliance. We disclaim liability for failure to do so.

7. Content and Accuracy

All Content is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for purpose, or accuracy.

While efforts are made to provide up-to-date and accurate information, you acknowledge that reliance on the Website is at your sole risk. We do not guarantee error-free or uninterrupted access.

You are responsible for virus and malware protection when using the Website.

The Website may contain links to external websites operated by others. These links are for convenience only and imply no endorsement or responsibility on our part.

We are not liable for content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party sites. Your use of such sites is at your own risk.

9. Maps and Geographic Content

Any maps or geographic designations on the Website are supplied by third parties and do not reflect legal opinions or territorial judgments by SDS Advocates.

10. Linking to Our Website

No part of this Website may be linked to or framed without our prior written permission.

11. Trademarks

Unauthorized use of SDS Advocates’ trademarks, logos, service marks, or brand materials is prohibited and may infringe trademark laws.

12. Disclaimer of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, SDS Advocates disclaims all warranties and liabilities arising from your use or inability to use the Website or its Content, including indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages.

13. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SDS Advocates and its associates, including partners, employees, agents, and contractors from any claims, damages, or losses arising from your violation of these Terms or use of the Website.

If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed by content on this Website, please send a written notification including:

  • Your signature (electronic or physical);
  • Identification of the copyrighted work;
  • Location (URL) of infringing material;
  • Your contact information;
  • A good faith statement that the use is unauthorized;
  • A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information provided is accurate and you are authorized to act for the owner.

Send notices to:
Email: sds@sdsadvocates.com
Subject: Copyright Infringement Notice

We reserve the right to disable or terminate access of infringing users.

15. Privacy Policy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our privacy policy, available on the Website. By accepting these Terms of Use, you also accept the Privacy Policy.

16. Miscellaneous

  • If a provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remainder will remain in effect.
  • Headings are for reference only.
  • Our failure to enforce a right or provision is not a waiver of that right.
  • These Terms constitute the entire agreement regarding your use of the Website.
  • All disputes relating to these Terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Mumbai, India.
  • You may not assign your rights under these Terms without prior written consent.

17. Contact

For any questions, concerns, or notices concerning these Terms of Use, please contact:
Email: sds@sdsadvocates.com