Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the aseriousbusiness.com website (hereinafter referred to as "A Serious Business"), you agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations in the United States of America. If you do not agree to any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site. The terms represent a binding agreement between you, the user, and the operator of A Serious Business, Loretta Swancott. We reserve the right to modify, update, or amend these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice, and your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of such changes. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically for any updates. The use of this website is subject to the regulations and legal frameworks applicable in the United States, regardless of your location. If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you may only use this site with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian. Your use of the website and its contents signifies your understanding and agreement to these terms and any additional terms incorporated by reference. If any provision is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Eligibility and User Obligations
You must be at least eighteen (18) years old or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction to access or use this website. By using A Serious Business, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements. You are solely responsible for ensuring that all information provided to us by you is accurate, current, and complete. You agree not to use the website for any unlawful purpose or for any purpose prohibited by these Terms of Service. You must not interfere with the security, stability, or integrity of our website or systems, nor attempt to gain unauthorized access to any data or information. Users agree to refrain from transmitting any material that is invasive, unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable; from harvesting or collecting information about other users; and from violating any applicable local, state, federal, or international law or regulation. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login or account information related to the site. Any actions taken under your account are your responsibility.
Medical and Pharmaceutical Information Disclaimer
The content provided by A Serious Business is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice, professional diagnosis, treatment, or recommendations. We do not provide medical or pharmaceutical advice, nor should the information on this website be used as a substitute for consultation with qualified healthcare professionals. Users are advised to consult with their physicians or other qualified health providers regarding any medical condition or treatment. Information contained on the site may not be current, complete, accurate, or up-to-date. You acknowledge and agree that your reliance on any information provided by the website, its authors, or other users is solely at your own risk. A Serious Business and its owner expressly disclaim any responsibility for any adverse effects, results, or consequences arising, directly or indirectly, from any use or misuse of the site's information.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, data compilations, and software on A Serious Business is the property of Loretta Swancott or its content suppliers, and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws in the United States. Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification, distribution, display, or transmission of any content from this website is strictly prohibited. You may access, download, or print portions of the material solely for your personal, non-commercial use, provided you do not modify or delete any proprietary notices. Any other use of content is expressly prohibited without our prior written consent. Nothing in these terms shall be construed as granting any license or right to use any trademark or copyrighted material displayed on the website without express permission from the respective owner.
User Submissions and Content
If you submit, post, or transmit any material to A Serious Business, including but not limited to comments, questions, data, or suggestions, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and non-exclusive right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such material. You represent and warrant that any content you provide does not infringe upon any third-party rights and is not confidential. We reserve the right to remove or refuse any user-generated content for any reason at our sole discretion. User submissions reflect the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of A Serious Business or its owner. Users are solely responsible for the content they post, and the site disclaims all liability in connection with any submitted content.
Third-Party Links and External Content
A Serious Business may contain links to third-party websites or content provided by third parties for informational purposes only. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement or approval of the site or its content by A Serious Business or its owner. Your interaction with any third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of those websites. We disclaim any liability or responsibility for any loss or damage incurred as a result of your use of third-party content or services.
Disclaimer of Warranties
A Serious Business is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components. No oral or written information, advice, or communication given by us or any of our authorized representatives shall create any warranty. We make no representation or warranty regarding the accuracy, adequacy, reliability, or completeness of any information or content provided on the website. You expressly acknowledge and accept the risks associated with the use of the site and its content.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, A Serious Business, its owner Loretta Swancott, affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, or contractors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, the website, its information, materials, or services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, goodwill, business interruption, personal injury, property damage, or any other tangible or intangible loss. Under no circumstances shall our total liability to you exceed the greater of one hundred ($100) U.S. dollars or the amount you paid, if any, for accessing this website.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless A Serious Business, Loretta Swancott, her affiliates, employees, agents, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs) arising from or related to your use of the website, your violation of these Terms of Service, or your violation of any rights of another person or entity. This obligation will survive the termination or expiration of these terms and your use of the website.
Termination of Access
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to terminate or restrict your access to all or any part of A Serious Business, with or without notice, for any reason or no reason, and without liability to you or any third party. Breach of these Terms of Service may result in the immediate termination of your account and access to the site. Any provisions of these terms which by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect, including, but not limited to, intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnity obligations.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service shall be governed and construed by the laws of the United States of America, without regard to its conflict of laws provisions. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these terms, your use of the website, or any services or content provided shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located within the United States. By using this site, you waive any objection to such jurisdiction and venue.
Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or notices related to these Terms of Service, you may contact the owner, Loretta Swancott, via email at [email protected] or by mail at Royal Fort House, Tyndall Avenue, Bristol, BS8 1UH, United Kingdom. We endeavor to respond to all inquiries in a timely and appropriate manner but cannot guarantee specific response times.