1: Introduction
1.1 Overview
Welcome to the website of JUDr. Erik Špila, Attorney-at-Law (“Provider,” “we,” or “us,”). This page sets forth the Terms of Use that govern your use of our website and by word „website“ we mean www.akspila.com. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using our website.
1.2 Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you are using the website on behalf of an organization or entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind such organization or entity to these Terms of Use.
1.3 Scope of Services
Provider provides this website as an informational resource about legal services offered, legal topics, and other related information. The website may contain general legal information, but it does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. No content on this website shall be considered as a solicitation or an offer to provide legal services. Also bear in mind that articles, blogs and websites may or may not have actual information and so if you are looking for legal advice you are always adviced to seek aid from attorney-at-law. We are always happy to help you with your actual legal matter.
1.4 Attorney Advertising
This website may be considered advertising in some jurisdictions under applicable laws and ethical rules. The content on this website is intended to comply with all laws and ethical rules applicable to attorney advertising in the jurisdictions where the Provider practices.
1.5 Modifications to the Terms
Provider reserves the right to modify, update or change these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Any changes to these terms will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Use periodically to stay informed of any updates. Your continued use of the website after any modifications to the Terms of Use constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
1.6 Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use or the practices of this website, please contact us at the following contact information:
JUDr. Erik Špila, attorney-at-law
Email: info@akspila.com
Phone: +421 944 237 985
Please proceed to read and understand the other chapters that detail the specific terms and conditions governing your use of this website and the services provided by us.
2: Services Offered
2.1 Description of Services
Provider offers legal services within the scope of applicable laws and regulations. The services provided through this website are intended to serve as an informative resource to clients and visitors seeking general legal information. The website may include details about the legal areas in which the Provider practices, case studies, testimonials, and other related content which mainly governs legal topics.
2.2 Attorney-Client Relationship
Please be aware that your use of this website and any information obtained from it does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Provider. The materials and information on this website are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice.
To establish an attorney-client relationship with Provider, you must follow our established procedures for engaging legal services. These procedures may include a formal consultation, signing a written agreement on providing of legal services, filling and sending in order form for basic legal services such as (but not limited to) filing trademark application, and fulfilling any other requirements as determined by the laws and regulations governing the provision of legal services in your jurisdiction.
2.3 Jurisdictional Limitations
Provider is licensed to practice law in specific jurisdictions, namely European Union and Slovakia and the services offered through this website are subject to the laws and regulations of those jurisdictions. The information provided on the website may not apply to other jurisdictions, and we do not intend to provide legal services outside the jurisdictions where we are authorized to practice. If there are services advertised to be offered in different jurisdiction such as different third country, then the Provider use the collaboration with various external partners from these countries in order to help client achieve his/her goal (for instance, for registration of trademark in India, we use external partner attorney-at-law from India in order to help our Client achieve the registration of his trademark in India).
If you access this website from a location outside our authorized jurisdictions, you do so at your own risk, and you are responsible for complying with local laws and regulations.
2.4 Testimonials and Case Studies
Any testimonials or case studies featured on this website are based on specific experiences of individual clients and do not guarantee similar results for other clients. The outcome of a legal matter can vary depending on the specific facts and circumstances of each case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
2.5 No Guarantees or Warranties
Provider makes no guarantees or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information on this website. While we try to provide accurate and timely information, we do not guarantee that the content is free from errors or omissions. Your use of this website and its content is at your own risk.
In legal matters, the outcome can be influenced by various factors, and the results achieved for one client may not be the same for another.
Continued use of this website constitutes your acknowledgement and acceptance of the limitations of the services offered and the absence of any guarantees or warranties. If you require legal advice or representation, please contact us directly to discuss your specific legal case.
3: User Responsibilities
3.1 Eligibility
By accessing and using this website, you declare that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal age of adult in your jurisdiction. If you are using this website on behalf of an organization or entity, you further represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind such organization or entity to these Terms of Use.
3.2 User Conduct
When using this website, you agree to abide by all applicable laws, regulations and these Terms of Use. You are solely responsible for your actions while using the website, including any content you post, share, or submit through the website’s interactive features or contact/order forms.
You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
- Unauthorized Access: Attempting to access, interfere with, or disrupt the website or its servers, networks, or databases without authorization.
- Misuse of Content: Reproducing, distributing, modifying, creating derivative works of, publicly displaying, or publicly performing any content from this website without the Provider’s prior written consent.
- Harassment or Defamation: Using the website to harass, threaten, defame, or abuse others, or engaging in any conduct that is harmful, offensive, or objectionable to others.
- Violation of Rights: Violating the intellectual property rights, privacy rights, other rights of third parties or encouraging and/or assisting others in doing so.
- Malicious Software: Uploading, transmitting, or distributing any software, code, or content that contains viruses, malware, or any other harmful computer code.
- Data Interference: Interfering with or disrupting the functionality of the website or any servers or networks connected to the website.
- Automated Access: Using any automated means, such as bots, crawlers, or scrapers, to access the website or collect data without the Provider’s express written consent.
3.3 User-Generated Content
If you choose to submit or share any content on this website, such as comments, testimonials, or other materials (“User-Generated Content”), you grant Provider, a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such User-Generated Content in any media, format or platform.
You declare that you own or have the necessary licenses, rights, consents and permissions to authorize the Provider to use your User-Generated Content as described herein. You agree not to submit any content that is illegal, defamatory, infringing or otherwise violates the rights of others.
The Provider reserves the right, but not the obligation, to review, monitor, or remove any User-Generated Content that it deems inappropriate or in violation of these Terms of Use.
3.4 Prohibited Activities
You acknowledge and agree that any use of the website for illegal or unauthorized purposes is strictly prohibited. Furthermore, you agree not to use the website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden or impair the website’s servers or networks or interfere with any other party’s use and enjoyment of the website.
3.5 Compliance with Laws
You agree to comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations while using this website. You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of the website is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Continued use of this website constitutes your acceptance of the responsibilities outlined in this chapter. Should you fail to comply with these responsibilities, Provider reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website and take appropriate legal action, if necessary.
Chapter 4: Legal Disclaimer
4.1 No Legal Advice
The content provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the law is complex and subject to change. The information provided on this website should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional legal advice tailored to your specific needs and circumstances.
4.2 No Attorney-Client Relationship Without Agreement
Your use of this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. The establishment of an attorney-client relationship requires a formal engagement process, which may include a consultation, the signing of a written engagement agreement, filling in the order form properly and confirmation of order from Provider, and the fulfillment of other requirements as determined by the laws and regulations governing the provision of legal services in pertinent jurisdiction.
4.3 No Guarantees or Warranties
Provider makes no guarantees or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the information on this website. The content on this website is provided “as is” without any warranties, representations, or conditions of any kind, whether express or implied.
4.4 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Provider, and its officers, employees, agents, and representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of this website or any content therein.
4.5 Reliance on Information
Any reliance you place on the information provided on this website is at your own risk. You are encouraged to seek professional legal advice from a qualified attorney before making any decisions based on the information presented on this website. Please contact us anytime regarding your case so we may assist you.
4.6 Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites, which are provided for your convenience. These links do not constitute an endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation of the third-party websites or their content. Provider does not have control over these websites and is not responsible for their content. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.
4.7 Changes to Legal Information
The legal information provided on this website may change due to developments in the law or other factors.
4.8 Consultation with an Attorney
If you require legal advice or representation, please contact Provider directly to discuss your specific legal needs. Do not rely solely on the information provided on this website without consulting a qualified attorney.
Continued use of this website constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the legal disclaimers outlined in this chapter. If you have any concerns about the accuracy or applicability of the information on this website, please contact us anytime for further clarification.
Chapter 5: Intellectual Property
5.1 Ownership of Content
All content, materials and information provided on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software and other materials (collectively referred to as “Content”), are the intellectual property of the Provider or the third-parties. To the Content created by Provider, the Provider retains all rights to such Content.
5.2 Limited License
Subject to your compliance with these Terms of Use, the Provider grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Content solely for your personal and non-commercial use. You may not use, reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display or publicly perform the Content for any other purpose without the express written consent of the Provider.
5.3 Trademarks
The names, logos and trademarks displayed on this website are the property of the Provider or third parties and so they are protected by applicable trademark laws. You are not authorized to use any such names, logos or trademarks without the prior written consent of the Provider or the respective third-party owner.
5.4 User-Generated Content
By submitting User-Generated Content to this website, you grant the Provider a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual and irrevocable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute and display such content in any media, format or platform. You declare that you have the necessary rights to grant such a license.
5.5 Copyright Infringement
The Provider respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used or reproduced on this website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please contact the Provider.
5.6 Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Notice
If you believe that any Content on this website infringes upon your copyright and you wish to have it removed, please provide the Provider with the following information:
- A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed.
- Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and information reasonably sufficient to permit the Provider to locate the material.
- Your contact information
- A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
- A statement that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Please direct inquiries to email: info@akspila.com
Continued use of this website constitutes your acceptance of the intellectual property terms outlined in this chapter. You agree to respect the Provider’s intellectual property rights and refrain from using the Content in a manner that is not expressly authorized by these Terms of Use.
Chapter 6: Limitation of Liability
6.1 Disclaimer of Damages
In no event shall the Provider be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, revenues, data, use, goodwill or other intangible losses resulting from your use of this website, its content.
6.2 Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Provider from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of this website, your violation of these Terms of Use or your infringement of any intellectual property rights or other rights of any third party.
6.3 Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content that are not owned or controlled by the Provider. The Provider does not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of such third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that the Provider shall not be responsible or liable for any damages or losses arising from your use of or reliance on any third-party websites or services.
6.4 Force Majeure
The Provider shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms of Use if such failure or delay is caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, strikes, labor disputes, power outages, governmental actions and other similar events.
6.5 No Consequential Damages
Under no circumstances shall the Provider be liable for any incidental, consequential, special or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of this website or its content.
6.6 Assumption of Risk
You acknowledge and agree that your use of this website is at your own risk and you assume all responsibility for any consequences that arise from such use.
Continued use of this website constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the limitations of liability outlined in this chapter. You agree to release the Provider from any claims, demands and damages, whether known or unknown, arising out of or in any way connected to your use of this website.
Chapter 7: Modifications and Updates
7.1 Changes to the Terms of Use
The Provider reserves the right to modify, update or change these Terms of Use at any time, without prior notice. Any changes to these terms will be effective immediately upon posting on this website. It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Use periodically to stay informed of any updates. Your continued use of the website after any modifications to the Terms of Use constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
7.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is deemed unlawful, void, or unenforceable for any reason, that provision shall be deemed severable from these terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
7.3 Waiver
The failure of the Provider to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Use shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any right or provision shall be effective only if in writing and duly signed by the Provider.
7.6 Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use or this website, please contact us at the following email address: info@akspila.com
Continued use of this website constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the modifications and updates terms outlined in this chapter. It is recommended that you regularly review these Terms of Use to ensure you are aware of any changes that may affect your use of the website.
Chapter 8: Miscellaneous
8.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, along with any additional terms or policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Provider regarding your use of this website.
8.2 Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of European Union and Slovak republic, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Slovak republic.
8.3 Waiver and Severability
The failure of the Provider to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Use shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
8.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer any of your rights or obligations under these Terms of Use without the prior written consent of the Provider.
8.5 Changes to the Terms
Any changes or modifications to these Terms of Use must be made in writing by the Provider. No other action shall constitute a change or modification of these terms.
8.6 Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use or the practices of this website, please contact us at the following email: info@akspila.com
8.7 Effective Date
These Terms of Use were last updated on 21.08.2023
By using this website, you acknowledge and agree to all the terms and conditions outlined in this chapter.
