Terms of Service for LawMate

Introduction

Welcome to LawMate. By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions. These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and LawMate, governing your use of our services, content, and features. Please review these Terms of Service carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, you should discontinue using our website and services immediately.

LawMate is designed to streamline legal workflows, enhance productivity, and provide innovative solutions for Sri Lankan lawyers and law students. These Terms of Service apply to all users, whether registered or not, and govern all aspects of access to and use of the website and related services. By using LawMate, you consent to these terms, and we reserve the right to enforce compliance in any manner deemed necessary, including suspending or restricting your access to the platform.

We believe in providing reliable and advanced legal technology solutions, and as such, our Terms of Service help ensure that all users understand their rights and responsibilities while using our platform. We are committed to maintaining a secure, efficient, and user-friendly environment for all individuals accessing LawMate. These terms not only outline your obligations but also describe our commitment to providing quality service.

Use of Our Services

LawMate is an advanced AI-powered platform developed to enhance the efficiency of legal workflows for Sri Lankan lawyers and law students. By utilizing our services, you are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use our website and its content solely for lawful purposes, consistent with these Terms of Service. We retain the discretion to terminate or restrict your access to our services at any time, without prior notice, should you fail to comply with these terms or engage in any activity we deem inappropriate or harmful.

You are responsible for using LawMate in a manner that is ethical, lawful, and in compliance with these Terms of Service. Any actions that could compromise the functionality of our platform, interfere with the services provided to other users, or harm our system integrity are strictly prohibited. We reserve the right to monitor usage and enforce compliance with these terms, including taking corrective measures to protect our rights and the interests of all stakeholders.

To ensure a secure environment, users are prohibited from misusing the platform by engaging in activities such as introducing harmful software, unauthorized access to restricted areas, or any attempt to disrupt our services. LawMate reserves the right to investigate any suspected violations of these Terms and take appropriate actions, including but not limited to restricting access, reporting unlawful activities to authorities, and pursuing legal action.

Furthermore, LawMate's services are provided on an "as is" basis, and we are continuously striving to improve and update our offerings. Your cooperation in complying with these terms will help us maintain a stable and secure environment for all users.

Limitations on Use

The content available on LawMate’s website is provided exclusively for individual and professional purposes related to legal tasks. Unauthorized activities that are strictly prohibited include:

  • Reproduction, Distribution, or Modification: You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content available on the website without explicit written consent from LawMate.
  • Consumer Eligibility Assessments: Our content may not be used to determine eligibility for credit, insurance, employment, or government benefits.
  • Automated Access: You are prohibited from using automated tools such as robots, spiders, or other technologies to monitor, copy, or access our content without prior consent from LawMate.
  • Source Code Extraction: Attempts to reverse-engineer, decompile, disassemble, or extract the source code of our platform are prohibited.
  • Unlawful Activities: Use of our platform for any illegal, fraudulent, or unauthorized purposes is strictly forbidden, and users found in violation will face termination of services and possible legal action.

Users must avoid activities that compromise the privacy and security of other users, such as data scraping, unauthorized data collection, or using our services to distribute malicious software.

No Legal Advice

LawMate provides content, information, and AI-generated responses strictly for general informational purposes. The information provided is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, legal advice. LawMate is not a law firm, and your use of our services does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Users should consult a licensed legal professional before relying on any information provided by LawMate to make decisions with legal implications.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content, features, and functionalities available on the LawMate platform—including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and software—are owned by LawMate or its licensors and are protected under copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property is a violation of these terms and may result in legal action.

Privacy

Your use of LawMate is subject to our Privacy Policy, which governs how we collect, store, use, and protect your personal information. By using our platform, you agree to the practices described in our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy regularly, as it may be updated from time to time.

Limitation of Liability

LawMate, along with its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents, shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages arising out of your use of or inability to use our website and services. The use of our services is entirely at your own risk.

Third-Party Content

LawMate may include content, links, or resources from third-party websites or sources. We do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of third-party content and do not assume responsibility for any information provided by such external sources.

Termination

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to suspend or terminate your access to LawMate at any time, without notice or liability, especially if you violate these Terms of Service or engage in conduct that we consider harmful or inappropriate.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Sri Lanka. Any disputes or claims arising out of or relating to these Terms of Service shall be exclusively subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Sri Lanka.

Modifications to Terms

LawMate reserves the right to modify, update, or revise these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of our platform after modifications implies acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at support@lawmate.lk.

Last updated :
12-22-2024 11:41 AM