Terms of Service
Effective Date: August 25, 2025 | Last Updated: August 25, 2025
These Terms of Service govern your use of the Elder Law of Long Island, PLLC website (elolipllc.com) and establish the legal framework for your interaction with our practice through this online platform. By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.
**Table of Contents**
– Acceptance of Terms
– No Attorney-Client Relationship
– Website Usage Guidelines
– Information Accuracy and Legal Disclaimers
– Intellectual Property Rights
– User Responsibilities
– Limitation of Liability
– Elder Law-Specific Disclaimers
– Service Availability
– Third-Party Links
– Governing Law and Jurisdiction
– Changes to Terms
– Contact Information
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our website.
If you are accessing this website on behalf of a business or other entity, you represent that you have the legal authority to bind that entity to these terms.
No Attorney-Client Relationship
**IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE:**
**No attorney-client relationship is formed through:**
– Use of this website
– Submission of contact forms
– Email communication
– Reading website content
– Downloading materials from this site
An attorney-client relationship is established only when:
1. We agree to represent you
2. You sign a written engagement agreement
3. Any required retainer is paid
**Until an attorney-client relationship is formally established, any information you provide through this website is not protected by attorney-client privilege.**
If you require immediate legal assistance, contact us directly to schedule a consultation.
Website Usage Guidelines
You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
**Prohibited Activities:**
– Violate any applicable laws or regulations
– Transmit harmful, threatening, or offensive content
– Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
– Use automated systems to access the website excessively
– Submit false or misleading information through contact forms
– Interfere with the website’s security features
– Copy, reproduce, or distribute website content without permission
**Acceptable Use:**
– Learn about our legal services
– Submit genuine inquiries about elder law matters
– Access educational resources we provide
– Schedule consultations through authorized channels
Information Accuracy and Legal Disclaimers
**General Information Only**
The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal situations are fact-specific, and general information cannot substitute for personalized legal counsel.
**Currency of Information**
While we strive to maintain current information, laws and regulations change frequently. The information on this website may not reflect the most recent legal developments or current regulations.
**No Guarantee of Outcomes**
Prior results described on this website do not guarantee similar outcomes in future cases. Each legal matter presents unique circumstances requiring individual evaluation.
**Professional Judgment Required**
Elder law matters often involve complex interactions between federal and state regulations, tax implications, and individual circumstances. Professional legal analysis is required for all planning decisions.
Intellectual Property Rights
**Website Content Ownership**
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Elder Law of Long Island, PLLC or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.
**Permitted Use**
You may view, download, and print materials from this website for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you:
– Do not modify the materials
– Retain all copyright and proprietary notices
– Do not distribute or republish the materials
**Restricted Use**
You may not use website content for commercial purposes without our express written permission. This includes but is not limited to:
– Republishing articles or educational materials
– Using our content in marketing materials
– Incorporating our materials into other websites
– Creating derivative works based on our content
User Responsibilities
**Information Accuracy**
When contacting us through this website, you agree to provide accurate and complete information. Providing false or misleading information may affect our ability to assist you and could have legal consequences.
**Confidentiality Considerations**
Do not include highly sensitive personal or financial information in initial contact forms or unsecured email communications. Such detailed information should be shared only during secured consultations after establishing an attorney-client relationship.
**Professional Communication**
All communications through this website should maintain professional and respectful standards appropriate for legal services.
**System Security**
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your own computer systems and internet connections when accessing our website.
Limitation of Liability
**Website Use Disclaimer**
Elder Law of Long Island, PLLC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
– Use or inability to use this website
– Reliance on information provided on this website
– Technical difficulties or system failures
– Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions
**Information Reliance**
We are not liable for any actions taken or not taken based on information obtained from this website without proper legal consultation. All website information should be verified through direct consultation with qualified legal counsel.
**Maximum Liability**
In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount of fees actually paid to us for legal services, if any.
**State Law Limitations**
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so these limitations may not apply to you.
Elder Law-Specific Disclaimers
**Government Benefit Program Information**
Information regarding Medicaid, Medicare, Veterans Benefits, and other government programs is subject to frequent regulatory changes. Website information reflects general program concepts and may not reflect:
– Current income and asset limits
– Recent regulatory changes
– Local administrative practices
– State-specific variations in program implementation
**Planning Strategy Disclaimers**
Estate planning and asset protection strategies discussed on this website:
– Are general concepts that may not apply to your situation
– Require current legal analysis for proper implementation
– May have tax consequences that require professional evaluation
– Must be tailored to individual circumstances and state law
**Time-Sensitive Nature**
Many elder law matters have critical timing requirements. Delays in seeking qualified legal counsel may limit available options or affect the success of planning strategies.
**Professional Consultation Required**
All elder law planning decisions should be made only after consultation with qualified legal counsel who can:
– Analyze your specific circumstances
– Review current applicable law
– Evaluate potential risks and benefits
– Provide personalized recommendations
Service Availability
**Website Availability**
We strive to maintain continuous website availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be unavailable due to:
– Scheduled maintenance
– Technical difficulties
– Force majeure events
– System upgrades
**Service Modifications**
We reserve the right to:
– Modify or discontinue website features
– Update content and resources
– Change website functionality
– Restrict access to certain areas
**No Warranty**
This website is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Third-Party Links
**External Website Links**
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience and information. We do not control or endorse these external sites and are not responsible for:
– Content accuracy on external websites
– Privacy practices of other sites
– Security measures of linked websites
– Products or services offered by third parties
**Use at Your Own Risk**
Your use of linked websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of those websites.
**No Endorsement**
Links to external websites do not constitute an endorsement of the organizations, products, or services provided by those sites.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
**Applicable Law**
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.
**Jurisdiction and Venue**
Any legal action or proceeding arising under these terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Suffolk County, New York, and you hereby consent to personal jurisdiction and venue therein.
**Severability**
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms of Service will otherwise remain in full force and effect.
Changes to Terms
**Updates and Modifications**
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this website with an updated effective date.
**Notification of Changes**
We will make reasonable efforts to notify users of significant changes to these terms through:
– Website notices
– Updated effective dates
– Email notifications for existing clients
**Continued Use**
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
**Review Responsibility**
You are responsible for periodically reviewing these Terms of Service to stay informed of any changes.
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Suite 3100W
Holbrook, NY 11741
Phone: (631) 363-4332
Email: info@elolipllc.com
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