Terms of Service - The Law Office of John P. Sherman

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of The Law Office of John P. Sherman website (“Site”) and the services provided by The Law Office of John P. Sherman (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

Acceptance of Terms
Description of Services
Attorney-Client Relationship
Use of the Website
User Responsibilities
Prohibited Uses
Intellectual Property Rights
Disclaimers and Limitations
Indemnification
Privacy Policy
SMS/Text Messaging Terms & Conditions
Modifications to Terms
Termination
Governing Law
Contact Information

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this Site, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Description of Services

The Law Office of John P. Sherman provides legal services and maintains this website to:

Provide information about our legal services
Allow potential clients to contact us for consultations
Share general legal information and resources
Communicate with existing clients about their legal matters

The information on this Site is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

3. Attorney-Client Relationship

No Attorney-Client Relationship Created by Website Use

Your use of this Site, by itself, does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and The Law Office of John P. Sherman. An attorney-client relationship is established only through a signed retainer agreement.

Confidentiality Limitations

Information you submit through this Site (including contact forms) may not be protected by attorney-client privilege until a formal attorney-client relationship is established. Do not send confidential or sensitive information through unsecured means.

Consultation Process

Initial consultations may be provided to evaluate potential legal matters. Such consultations do not guarantee representation and do not create an ongoing attorney-client relationship unless formalized through a written agreement.

4. Use of the Website

You may use our Site for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the Site in a manner consistent with any and all applicable laws and regulations.

Permitted Uses:

Browsing information about our legal services
Contacting us for potential legal representation
Accessing general legal information and resources
Communicating with us if you are an existing client

5. User Responsibilities

When using our Site, you agree to:

Provide accurate and complete information when requested
Maintain the confidentiality of any login credentials
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Respect the intellectual property rights of others

6. Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Site:

For any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to perform unlawful acts
To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances
To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material, including “spam”
To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the law firm, a law firm employee, another user, or any other person or entity
To engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Site
To upload, post, or transmit any content that contains viruses or malicious code
To attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks

7. Intellectual Property Rights

The content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of The Law Office of John P. Sherman or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

Restrictions

You may not:

Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content
Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission
Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices

Age Restriction

Our SMS messaging services are intended for individuals who are at least eighteen (18) years old. By providing your mobile number and opting into our SMS program, you represent and warrant that you are 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18, you may not participate in this program.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

No Legal Advice

The information on this Site is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction, and legal advice must be tailored to specific circumstances.

No Guarantee of Results

We make no guarantees about the outcome of any legal matter. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Website Availability

We strive to maintain the Site’s availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site at any time.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Law Office of John P. Sherman shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Law Office of John P. Sherman, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from:

Your use of the Site
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third party’s rights
Any content you submit to the Site

10. Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which governs the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. The Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

11. SMS/Text Messaging Terms & Conditions

By opting in to receive text messages from The Law Office of John P. Sherman, you agree to the following terms. These terms apply to all SMS/text messaging services offered through our Site or any associated intake forms.

Types of Messages

We offer two categories of text messages, each requiring separate consent:

Service Messages: Appointment reminders, scheduling confirmations, case status updates, intake follow-ups, and other communications directly related to your inquiry or legal matter.
Promotional Messages: Legal tips, firm news, educational content, and special offers from The Law Office of John P. Sherman.

You may opt in to either or both categories independently. Consent to receive service messages is not required as a condition of purchasing or receiving legal services. Consent to receive promotional messages is entirely optional and is never a condition of service.

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies based on the category of messages and your level of engagement with our firm. Service messages are sent as needed in connection with your inquiry or case. Promotional messages are sent periodically and will not exceed a reasonable frequency.

Message and Data Rates

Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan. The Law Office of John P. Sherman is not responsible for any charges incurred from receiving text messages.

Opting Out

You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. After opting out, you will receive a one-time confirmation message and will no longer receive text messages in that category. Opting out of promotional messages does not opt you out of service messages, and vice versa. You may also opt out by contacting us directly at (786) 224-4274 or contact@shermanlaw.com.

Help and Support

For assistance with our text messaging program, reply HELP to any message you receive from us, or contact us at:

Phone: (786) 224-4274
Email: contact@shermanlaw.com

Supported Carriers

Our messaging services are compatible with most major U.S. carriers, including but not limited to AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Sprint. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

No Warranty on Delivery

We do not guarantee the delivery of text messages. Message delivery is subject to your mobile carrier’s network availability, coverage area, and technical capabilities. Neither The Law Office of John P. Sherman nor mobile carriers are liable for delayed, undelivered, or misdirected messages.

Consent and Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, lease, or share your phone number or SMS consent information with any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Your phone number and consent records are used solely for the purposes described in this section and in our Privacy Policy.

Consent Records

We maintain records of your opt-in and opt-out requests, including timestamps and the method of consent, as required by applicable regulations.

Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these SMS terms at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify you via text message before the changes take effect. Your continued participation in our text messaging program after such notice constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Modifications to Terms

The Law Office of John P. Sherman reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Modified” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any changes.

Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to these Terms will constitute your acceptance of those changes.

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Site will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Severability

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

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Law Office of John P. Sherman regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous written or oral agreements.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

The Law Office of John P. Sherman 250 Catalonia Ave # 606 Coral Gables, FL 33134

Phone: (786) 224-4274 Email: contact@shermanlaw.com

Acknowledgment

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions, understand them, and agree to be bound by them.

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