Welcome to the website of Steve W. Berman (“Steve W. Berman,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”).

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the website.

1. Website Use

This website is provided for general informational and personal use.

You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not violate these Terms or any applicable law, regulation, or legal requirement.

You may not use the website to:

• Violate any applicable law or regulation;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems;
• Interfere with the operation or security of the website;
• Introduce malicious code, viruses, or other harmful material;
• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or exploit website content without authorization; or
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or organization.

2. No Legal Advice

The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Information available on the website may not apply to your particular circumstances and should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice from a qualified attorney who has reviewed the specific facts of your situation.

The law changes frequently, and information on this website may not reflect the most current legal developments.

Nothing contained on this website should be interpreted as a guarantee, prediction, or representation regarding the outcome of any legal matter.

3. No Attorney-Client Relationship

Your use of this website, your communication with us through the website, or your submission of information through a website form does not create an attorney-client relationship.

An attorney-client relationship is established only through an appropriate engagement process and, where applicable, a written engagement agreement.

Until an attorney-client relationship has been established, you should not assume that communications with us are confidential or protected by attorney-client privilege.

4. No Confidential or Privileged Submissions

Please do not submit confidential, privileged, sensitive, or time-critical information through this website unless you have been specifically instructed to do so through an appropriate secure channel.

Electronic communications may not be secure, and information transmitted through the internet may be intercepted or accessed by third parties.

5. Attorney Advertising and Professional Information

Certain portions of this website may constitute attorney advertising or communications concerning legal services.

Information concerning professional experience, matters handled, awards, recognitions, testimonials, case results, or similar information is provided for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as a guarantee or prediction of a particular result in any future matter.

Past results do not guarantee or predict similar results.

Any professional or legal information presented on this website should be considered in accordance with the rules applicable to the jurisdiction in which legal services are offered.

6. Book and Other Non-Legal Content

This website may include information concerning books, publications, interviews, speaking engagements, professional activities, and other projects.

Such content is provided for informational and promotional purposes and does not constitute legal advice unless expressly stated otherwise.

7. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, the content of this website—including text, photographs, graphics, logos, videos, designs, articles, publications, and other materials—is owned by or licensed to Steve W. Berman and is protected by applicable intellectual-property laws.

You may access and view website content for your personal, non-commercial use.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, publicly display, transmit, sell, license, or otherwise exploit website content without prior written permission, except as permitted by applicable law.

8. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites and services.

These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We do not control or necessarily endorse the content, services, products, or policies of third-party websites.

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and is subject to the terms and policies of those websites.

9. Purchases and Payments

If the website permits you to purchase books, purchases may be processed through third-party payment processors or vendors.

Additional terms may apply to those transactions, including the terms, privacy policies, refund policies, and other requirements of the applicable payment processor or retailer.

We are not responsible for the independent policies or practices of third-party payment processors, retailers, publishers, or other service providers.

10. Website Availability and Accuracy

We make reasonable efforts to maintain the website and keep its information current. However, we do not warrant that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, complete, or error-free.

Information may be changed, updated, corrected, or removed at any time without notice.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the website, its availability, accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability for any particular purpose, except where such warranties cannot lawfully be excluded.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Steve W. Berman and his affiliates, representatives, employees, agents, and service providers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or similar damages arising from or related to your use of, or inability to use, the website or its content.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or limit liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under applicable law.

13. Indemnification

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless Steve W. Berman and his affiliates, representatives, employees, agents, and service providers from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from your unlawful use of the website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of another party’s rights.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws applicable to the relevant website owner and jurisdiction, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Any dispute concerning these Terms or the website shall be subject to the jurisdiction and venue required or permitted by applicable law.

15. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time.

Updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website after revised Terms are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms to the extent permitted by law.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is determined to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect to the extent permitted by law.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with any other policies or notices expressly incorporated into them, constitute the agreement governing your use of this website, except where separate written agreements apply.

Attorney Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice. Viewing this website or communicating with Steve W. Berman through this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send confidential or time-sensitive information through this website unless specifically instructed to do so through an appropriate secure communication channel. Past results do not guarantee or predict future results.