Terms and Conditions

Terms of Service for WakilSahab.in

Effective Date: 12 Oct 2024

Welcome to WakilSahab.in (“the Website” or “the Platform”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our Website and services. By accessing or using WakilSahab.in, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using WakilSahab.in, you agree to these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any additional guidelines, terms, or rules that may apply to specific sections or services of the Website. We may update these Terms from time to time, and any changes will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” updated accordingly.

2. Description of Services

WakilSahab.in is an online platform that facilitates discussions on legal issues and challenges. It is a community where individuals can ask legal questions, share experiences, and connect with lawyers who offer advice or guidance. The services provided through this platform are informational and educational, and do not constitute formal legal advice or the creation of an attorney-client relationship.

2.1 No Attorney-Client Relationship

The use of the Website and interaction with any lawyers or users on WakilSahab.in does not establish an attorney-client relationship. While the Website allows individuals to discuss legal topics with lawyers, the discussions are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.

For formal legal advice and representation, we encourage you to consult directly with a licensed attorney.

3. User Accounts

To access certain features of the Website, you may be required to create an account. When you register, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to keep this information updated. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

3.1 User Responsibilities

By using WakilSahab.in, you agree to:

• Provide truthful and accurate information during registration.
• Use the Website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
• Not impersonate another person or misrepresent your identity.
• Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials and notify us immediately if there is any unauthorized access to your account.

3.2 Account Suspension or Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in any unlawful or inappropriate conduct. If your account is terminated, you may lose access to any data associated with your account.

4. Lawyer and Legal Professional Participation

WakilSahab.in welcomes participation from licensed lawyers and legal professionals who can provide general legal guidance and participate in discussions. Legal professionals who wish to participate must accurately represent their credentials.

4.1 Verification

Lawyers or legal professionals may be asked to provide proof of their professional credentials before being granted specific privileges, such as answering legal questions or offering guidance. Misrepresentation of legal qualifications or credentials is grounds for immediate account suspension or termination.

5. User-Generated Content

The Website allows users to post content, including but not limited to legal questions, answers, comments, and discussions (“User-Generated Content”). By posting content, you grant WakilSahab.in a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute your content in connection with the operation of the Website.

5.1 Prohibited Content

You agree not to post, upload, or share content that:

• Violates any applicable laws or regulations.
• Is defamatory, abusive, or obscene.
• Contains any false or misleading information.
• Violates the privacy or rights of any third party.
• Encourages illegal activity or harm to others.

We reserve the right to remove any content that we determine, at our sole discretion, violates these Terms or is otherwise inappropriate for the Website.

6. Disclaimer of Legal Advice

WakilSahab.in provides a platform for discussions, but it is not a substitute for professional legal advice. The information provided by lawyers, legal professionals, and other users is for general informational purposes only. While some users may be lawyers, WakilSahab.in does not endorse any legal advice provided on the Website.

6.1 No Warranty or Guarantee

We do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information provided on the Website. You acknowledge that any reliance on such information is at your own risk, and you should seek formal legal counsel for specific legal issues.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, WakilSahab.in and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the Website or services, including but not limited to:

• Errors or inaccuracies in content.
• Personal injury or property damage resulting from your use of the Website.
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers or personal information stored on them.
• Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Website.

You agree to use the Website at your own risk.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless WakilSahab.in, its affiliates, and its respective officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of:

• Your use of the Website.
• Your violation of these Terms.
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property or privacy rights.

9. Intellectual Property

The content and design of WakilSahab.in, including text, graphics, logos, and software, are the property of WakilSahab.in or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from the Website without our prior written permission.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by WakilSahab.in. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of such websites or services.

11. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and share information about you.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Insert Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Insert City/State] for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Website.

13. Changes to the Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: contact@wakilsahab.in
Address: Bangalore, India