A website legal disclaimer is a generic term for a document posted on a website that is commonly referred to as “Terms of Use,” “Terms of Service,” “Terms and Conditions,” and the like. Most sites that have this document hyperlink to it in the footer. However, a few link to it from the sidebar.
Disclaiming Professional Advice
In addition to the above, there’s a unique type of disclaimer used by sites for attorneys, physicians, accountants, investment advisors, and similar professionals. This disclaimer will make it clear to the visitor that the website content (text, video, audio, etc.) does not constitute professional advice and that the visitor should seek such advice by speaking with a licensed professional in that field.
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It’s important to note that the exact language used for this kind of disclaimer will vary both by profession and the state in which the professional’s office is located. In other words, the requirements for a Texas law firm’s website will be different than those for a site owned by a New York City dentist.
The professional advice disclaimer can be a separate legal document on the website or incorporated into a broader terms of use for the site that addresses other issues unrelated to advice.
Common Disclaimers
Among the topics covered in a site’s disclaimer (whether or not the site is for a licensed professional’s business) are the following…
1. Earnings Disclaimers.
2. Health Disclaimers.
3. Warranty Disclaimers.
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How To Get A Website Legal Disclaimer
An experienced Internet attorney can prepare a customized disclaimer and other important website legal documents for you (e.g. website privacy policy, refund policy, etc.). Be sure to check out Internet Lawyer Mike Young’s Website Legal Protection Package.
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