Terms of Use

Welcome to MDLupdate.com ("MDL Update," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and services. By accessing or using MDLupdate.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.

Nature of Our Services

Information Services

MDL Update provides educational information about federal Multidistrict Litigation proceedings, including:

• Case tracking and statistics from official court sources
• Educational articles about the MDL process
• Settlement and verdict information
• Eligibility screening tools

Attorney Advertising

Portions of this website may constitute attorney advertising. If you submit information through our forms requesting legal assistance, your information may be shared with attorneys or law firms who may contact you about your potential case. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

No Attorney-Client Relationship

Using this website or submitting information through our forms does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and MDL Update, or between you and any attorney until you have signed a formal engagement agreement with that attorney.

Your Use of This Website

Permitted Use

You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree to:

• Provide accurate information when submitting forms
• Use the website only for its intended purposes
• Not interfere with the proper operation of the website
• Not attempt to access areas of the website not intended for public access

Prohibited Conduct

You may not:

• Use any automated system to access the website in a manner that sends more requests than a human could reasonably produce
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• Attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of the website
• Use the website for any illegal purpose
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Submit false or misleading information

Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about MDL proceedings. Our data is sourced from official court records and government sources, including the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML).

However, we make no warranty or guarantee regarding:

• The completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of information
• Whether information applies to your specific situation
• The outcome of any legal matter
• Settlement amounts or eligibility for any particular case

Legal proceedings are complex and change frequently. Always verify information with official court sources and consult with a qualified attorney.

Eligibility Screening

Our case eligibility screening tools provide general guidance only. A positive screening result does not mean:

• You have a valid legal claim
• You will receive any specific settlement amount
• An attorney will accept your case
• Your case will be successful

Only a licensed attorney can evaluate the merits of a potential legal claim after reviewing all relevant facts and circumstances.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of MDL Update or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or branding without authorization
• Create derivative works based on our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes without permission

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including government sites, court systems, and law firm websites. We provide these links for convenience but:

• Do not control or endorse third-party content
• Are not responsible for the accuracy of third-party information
• Are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties

Disclaimers

THIS WEBSITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING:

• Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, reliability, or completeness
• Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties regarding the results of using this website

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MDL UPDATE AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM:

• Your use or inability to use this website
• Any information obtained from this website
• Any conduct or content of any third party
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless MDL Update and its affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from your use of this website or violation of these Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state where MDL Update is headquartered, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Contact Us

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