Terms and Conditions

By accessing or using the HelpMeDispute platform ("Platform") operated by ALA Legal Strategies, P.C. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), you ("User," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Agreement"). If you do not agree to all of these terms, you may not access or use this Platform.

Your electronic acceptance of this Agreement constitutes a legally binding contract between you and the Company. This Agreement is governed by the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-SIGN) and applicable state law.

Submitting information does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is only formed when you receive a written engagement agreement signed by both you and the Company.

The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Modifications become effective upon posting to the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform after any modification constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically.

Your use of this Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, incorporated herein by reference and set forth in Appendix A. By using this Platform, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of personal information as described therein.

You are responsible for ensuring your technology meets the minimum requirements to access and use the Platform. The Company makes no representation that the Platform will be compatible with all devices, browsers, or operating systems. You are responsible for all internet service and technology costs associated with your use.

5.1 Accuracy. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when creating an account or submitting case intake information. Providing false or misleading information may result in termination of your account and may constitute fraud.

5.2 Account Security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities occurring under your account. You agree to notify us immediately at helpmedispute@advancedlawyering.com of any unauthorized use.

5.3 Age Requirement. You must be at least 18 years of age to use this Platform. By accepting these terms, you represent that you are 18 years of age or older.

6.1 User Content. You retain ownership of content you submit to the Platform. By submitting content, you grant the Company a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, process, and store your submission for the purpose of providing and improving the intake and screening services.

6.2 Prohibited Content. You agree not to submit content that is false, defamatory, harassing, threatening, or that violates any applicable law. You agree not to use the Platform for fraudulent purposes or to misrepresent facts in any legal matter.

7.1 Limitation of Liability. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THIS PLATFORM, EVEN IF THE COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

7.2 Disclaimer of Warranties. THE PLATFORM 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.

7.3 Indemnification. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Platform, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

By using this Platform and providing your contact information, you expressly consent to being contacted by the Company and its affiliated attorneys by phone (including autodialed and prerecorded calls), text message (SMS/MMS), and email, even if you are listed on a national or state Do Not Call registry.

Message and data rates may apply. Frequency varies. You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP. You may opt out of email communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting helpmedispute@advancedlawyering.com.

9.1 Binding Arbitration. ANY DISPUTE, CLAIM, OR CONTROVERSY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT OR YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY BY BINDING ARBITRATION, NOT IN COURT. This includes disputes about the formation, validity, interpretation, or scope of this Agreement.

9.2 Class Action Waiver. YOU WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OR CLASS-WIDE ARBITRATION. All claims must be brought in your individual capacity only. The arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims.

9.3 AAA Rules. Arbitration shall be administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules, available at www.adr.org. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

9.4 Opt-Out Provision. You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to helpmedispute@advancedlawyering.com within thirty (30) days of your first acceptance of these Terms. Your opt-out notice must include your full name, address, and email address used to register. If you opt out, all other provisions of these Terms remain in full effect.

9.5 Exceptions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek emergency injunctive or other equitable relief from a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent irreparable harm pending arbitration.

The Company implements reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no security system is completely impenetrable, and the Company cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data. You transmit information to this Platform at your own risk.

Each acceptance of these Terms is logged with: (a) timestamp in UTC, (b) IP address, (c) browser user agent, (d) terms version accepted, and (e) email address, to create a verifiable consent record.

The artificial intelligence assistant used on this Platform is not a lawyer. It does not provide legal advice and is not a substitute for consultation with a licensed attorney. The AI is subject to California Bot Disclosure Law (SB 1001), and you are hereby notified that you may be interacting with an automated system.

All AI interactions on this Platform are for intake and information-gathering purposes only. The AI's questions, prompts, and generated summaries do not constitute legal analysis, legal conclusions, or legal strategy. The Company is not responsible for any reliance on AI-generated content.

12.1 No Legal Advice. Nothing on this Platform constitutes legal advice. All information is provided for general informational and intake-screening purposes only.

12.2 No Attorney-Client Relationship. Submitting information does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is only formed when you receive a written engagement agreement signed by both you and the Company.

12.3 No Guarantee of Review or Acceptance. Submitting your intake form does not guarantee that your case will be reviewed, accepted, or that you will be matched with an attorney. Acceptance depends on attorney availability, case volume, jurisdictional limitations, and case merit.

12.4 No Guaranteed Results. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique and results depend on individual facts and circumstances.

12.5 Jurisdictional Limitations. Services may not be available in all jurisdictions. The Company reserves the right to decline any inquiry at its sole discretion.