Terms & Conditions
Introduction. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to the websites talking-talent.com, talking-talent-online.com, and any other websites operated or controlled by Talking Talent Inc. (referred to as “the Company” or “us”) collectively known as the “Site.” Different or additional terms may apply to certain websites or content operated or controlled by Talking Talent Inc. By accessing such additional websites or content, you agree to be bound by any additional terms governing the use of each specific website or content.
Please read these Terms carefully as they contain important information regarding your legal rights, obligations, and remedies related to your use of the Site. This includes limitations, exclusions, and indemnities. By accessing or using the Site, as well as the content and services available on the Site, you signify that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms in all respects.
Your agreement to these Terms will be considered a legally enforceable written agreement for all purposes. If you do not agree with any term or condition or if any representation made by you in these Terms is untrue, you may not use the Site. If you are accessing or using the Site on behalf of a corporation, partnership, or any other entity, you represent and warrant that you have the legal authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
The Site is intended for use by individuals and entities that are capable of entering into legally binding contracts under applicable law. The Site and the services offered on the Site are not available to minors.
Your use of the Site is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes our policies and practices regarding collecting, using, and disclosing personal information.
Jurisdiction. The Site is controlled and operated from the United States and is not intended to subject us to non-U.S. jurisdictions or laws, except as expressly stated in these Terms. The Site may not be appropriate or available for use in certain jurisdictions outside of the United States. If you choose to use the Site, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for complying with all local laws, rules, and regulations. We reserve the right to limit the availability of the Site, either entirely or partially, to any person, geographic area, or jurisdiction at any time and at our sole discretion.
Modification of These Terms. We reserve the right to change, modify, add, or remove the terms, conditions, and notices under which the Site is offered at our sole discretion. You are responsible for periodically checking for any changes we may make to these Terms. By continuing to use the Site after the effective date of any changes to these Terms or other policies, you accept and consent to the modified terms.
Prohibited Use. As a condition of using the Site, you warrant that you will use it in a professional manner and in compliance with all applicable laws, including privacy laws, intellectual property laws, export control laws, and regulatory requirements.
You further agree not to:
- Use the Site for any unlawful or prohibited purpose as stated in these Terms.
- Use the Site in a way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Site or interfere with the use and enjoyment of the Site by other parties.
- Obtain or attempt to obtain any materials or information through any means not intentionally made available on the Site.
- Use any automated device, software, or process to monitor or copy the Site, its contents, or information without our prior express written consent.
- Use any device, software, or routine to interfere or attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the Site or any transactions conducted through the Site.
- Copy, reproduce, alter, modify, create derivative works, or publicly display any content from the Site without our prior express written consent or the appropriate third party.
- Provide us with information that contains viruses, Trojan horses, worms, time bombs, cancelbots, or any other computer programming routines intended to damage, interfere with, intercept, or expropriate any system, data, or information or that may cause liability for us or disrupt the services of our ISPs or other suppliers.
- Frame, scrape, data mine, or collect the content of the Site in any form or manner.
- Allow anyone other than yourself to use your username or password to access the Site.
- Fail to take reasonable steps to maintain the privacy of your username and password and prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Gain access to information or material not intended for you, and do not forward such information to any third parties. If you come across such information, you agree to immediately notify us and destroy all copies of it in your possession.
Email Communications. By providing us with your email address, you consent to our use of that address to send you service-related and other non-commercial notices, including any notices required by law, instead of postal mail communication. We may also use your email address to send you other messages, such as updates on Site features, services, special offers (where permitted by applicable law), and improvements. If you have agreed to receive commercial communications from us, we will continue sending them until you opt out. If you no longer wish to receive commercial communications, you can opt out by following the instructions provided in the email. However, please note that opting out may prevent you from receiving important updates, improvements, or offers.
While you can opt out of commercial communications, you may not be able to opt out of certain non-commercial communications. These may include security-related messages, legal notices, account-related information, service-related updates, billing information, and other transactional purposes unless you deactivate your account and cease using our services.
Please be aware that email communications and form submissions are not completely secure, and there is no guarantee that an email will be delivered within a reasonable time frame or at all. We recommend contacting us by telephone for any time-sensitive information.
If you are experiencing a serious issue that significantly impacts your daily functioning, we recommend seeking support outside of this platform. For informational purposes, we provide a non-exhaustive list of alternative resources, including alternative resources that you can reach out to:
- Your healthcare provider/GP/Consultant
- Your organization’s Employee Assistance Program
- Local counseling or psychotherapy services
- Emergency services
- Befrienders Worldwide: https://www.befrienders.org/
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: https://afsp.org/
- International Association for Suicide Prevention:https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres
- International Suicide Prevention Wiki:http://suicideprevention.wikia.com/wiki/International_Suicide_Prevention_Directory
- Samaritans:https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI):https://nami.org/
Information Provided to the Company or Posted on Any Company Website. With the exception of personal information submitted in connection with an employment application through the Site, we do not claim ownership of the materials or information you provide or post on the Site or its associated services (referred to as “Submissions”).
By submitting, posting, uploading, or providing your Submissions, you grant us, our affiliated companies, and necessary sublicensees permission to use your Submissions in connection with the operation of the Site and its businesses. This includes the right to utilize, copy, distribute, transmit, publicly display, publicly perform, reproduce, edit, translate, and reformat your Submissions. Furthermore, we may publish your name in connection with your Submissions unless prohibited by law.
We are not obligated to maintain the confidentiality of any Submissions and are not liable for any use or disclosure of such Submissions. You understand and agree that we have the right to use the Submissions for any purpose without providing compensation to you. However, personal information provided to us will be handled in accordance with our online Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms.
We reserve the right to refuse or remove any Submission you provide, and we may do so at our sole discretion without prior notice.
Links to Third-Party Sites. The Site may contain links to other websites (“Linked Sites”) that are not under our control. We are not responsible for the content of any Linked Site, including any links within a Linked Site or any changes or updates to a Linked Site.
The inclusion of these links does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation of the Linked Sites or their materials, services, or situations. We are not responsible for any transmission received from a Linked Site. We provide these links for convenience, and their presence does not indicate our association with the operators of those sites. We reserve the right to disable links from third-party sites to the Site.
While using the Site and browsing the internet, please exercise discretion. You may be directed to other sites that are beyond our control. These sites may send their own cookies, collect data, request personal information, or contain content that you may find inappropriate or offensive. We neither endorse those sites’ merchandise, services, or information nor guarantee their security or accuracy. Before engaging in any transactions with third-party sites, we encourage you to conduct your own investigation to ensure your satisfaction, safety, and compliance with applicable laws.
Links to Third-Party Integrations. We may provide links to third-party integrations, which are websites or platforms that synchronize with our Site to offer additional functionality, tools, or services, such as accepting job applications or providing locations.
You acknowledge and agree that we are not responsible for such third-party integrations’ availability, content, or privacy practices. We do not endorse those integrations’ materials, services, or other offerings. Your use of such integrations is subject to their respective terms and conditions, privacy policies, and practices. We cannot guarantee the security of any personal information you provide to or these third-party integrations collect that. We encourage you to review their privacy policies and terms and conditions before using their services.
Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability. The Site and the materials provided on or through the Site are for informational purposes only. We are not engaged in rendering legal, financial, or other professional advice or services by providing these materials.
While we strive to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the information and materials on the Site, we cannot guarantee their reliability or suitability for your specific purposes. Any reliance on the information or materials on this Site is at your own risk. It is advisable to consult appropriate professionals for specific advice tailored to your situation before making any significant decisions.
The information, software, products, and services available on or through the Site may need to be corrected or corrected. We may make improvements and changes to the Site at any time without prior notice.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, all information, software, products, services, and related graphics on the Site are provided on an “as is” basis without warranty or condition of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, non-infringement, accuracy, capability, completeness, availability, or compatibility.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to damages for errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, delays, computer viruses, loss of use, data, or profits, unauthorized access, or alteration of your transmissions and data, or any other tangible or intangible losses arising out of or in any way connected with the use or performance of the Site, the delay or inability to use the Site or its related services, the provision or failure to provide services or any actions we take or fail to take as a result of email messages or other communications you send us. This applies whether the basis of the claim is contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we or our suppliers have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. If you are dissatisfied with any portion of the Site or these Terms of Use, your sole and exclusive remedy is to discontinue using the Site.
Electronic Communications Privacy Act Notice (18 U.S.C. 2701-2711). We cannot guarantee the confidentiality or privacy of any communication or information transmitted on the Site or any linked websites. We are not liable for the privacy of information, email addresses, registration and identification information, disk space, communications, confidential or trade-secret information, or any other content transmitted over networks accessed by the Site.
Right, to Refuse Service or Terminate Access. We reserve the right to prohibit your participation in or use of the Site if, in our sole and absolute discretion, you disregard the Terms or engage in unacceptable behavior, including but not limited to attempting to annoy, abuse, threaten, harass, or disrupt the experience of other individuals. We also reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, remove or edit content, or cancel orders without notice at our sole discretion.
Suspension of Site. If any portion of the Site is unable to run as planned due to factors beyond our control, such as computer viruses, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures, or any other causes that corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct of the Site, we reserve the right, in our sole and absolute discretion, to prohibit you and any other individual or entity from using the Site. We may also cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the Site or any portion thereof and void any related information.
Limitation on Liability. You acknowledge and agree that we are not responsible or liable in any way for any injury, loss, or damage to your computer or for the interception or use of credit card information resulting from your use of the Site or any websites linked to it. We are also not responsible or liable for any injury, loss, claim, or damage arising from your account, including any claims related to the infringement of intellectual property rights or any other legal rights of any person.
Right to Modify. We reserve the right to cancel or modify purchases or orders for services if we reasonably believe that fraudulent or inappropriate activity has occurred or if there has been a mistake or error. We will exercise this right at our sole and absolute discretion.
Availability of Products and Services. Please note that the products and/or services described on the Site may not be available in your country. We make no representation that the services or products offered through the Site are appropriate or available for use in any particular location. You are responsible for complying with local laws and regulations if you choose to access and use the Site.
General Terms. The following general terms apply to your use of the Site:
- There is no joint venture, partnership, employment, or agency relationship between you and LUMO Leadership as a result of these Terms or your use of the Site.
- Our performance of these Terms is subject to existing laws and legal processes. We may comply with governmental, court, and law enforcement requests or requirements regarding your use of the Site or information provided to us.
- If any part of these Terms is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the invalid or unenforceable provision will be replaced with a valid and enforceable provision that closely matches the intent of the original provision. The remaining provisions of these Terms will continue to be in effect.
- These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and LUMO Leadership regarding the Site and supersede any prior or contemporaneous communications, whether electronic, oral, or written.
- The laws of [Jurisdiction] govern these Terms, and you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the courts in [Jurisdiction] in relation to any disputes arising from or related to the use of the Site.
- These Terms are binding upon you and LUMO Leadership. Your use of the Site constitutes your electronic signature and acceptance of these Terms.
Copyright and Trademark Notices. The trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on the Site are registered and unregistered trademarks of LUMO Leadership and others. You may not use any trademark displayed on the Site without prior written permission from LUMO Leadership or the respective trademark owners.
How to Contact Us. If you have any questions regarding these Terms or our policies, please contact us using the following information:
Effective Date: [June 19, 2023]
We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused by the previous incomplete responses. If you have any further questions or need clarification on any aspect, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to assist you.