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Effective Date: October 1, 2016

Disclaimer of Warranties

The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only. The purpose of this website is to connect veterans and mesothelioma/asbestosis/lung cancer patients with former ship mates, and providing asbestos & mesothelioma news, as well as facilitating the communication between those who served in the US Navy on asbestos-contaminated vessels. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

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Indemnification

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Dispute Resolution

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The award of the arbitrator may be enforced in any court having jurisdiction thereof. All parties hereto hereby consent:

  • to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of Utah or any Federal Court located within Utah for any action:
  1. to compel arbitration;
  2. to enforce the award of the arbitrators, or
  3. at any time prior to the qualification and appointment of the arbitrator, for temporary, interim or provisional equitable remedies and
  • (b) to service of process in any such action by registered mail or any other means provided by law.

Some jurisdictions may provide additional rights to consumers.

Miscellaneous

In the event that any portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the such portion shall be construed in accordance with the applicable law as nearly as possible to reflect the original intentions of the parties, and the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. The sections of this Agreement entitled Disclaimer, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, Dispute Resolution and Miscellaneous shall survive the termination of this Agreement. We reserve the right to change, suspend, or discontinue all or any part of this Site or the content at any time without prior notice or liability.

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You may not assign any of your rights or obligations under this Agreement. No waiver shall be effective unless in writing. Neither the course of conduct between the parties nor trade practice shall act to modify any provision of this Agreement. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Utah, except with regard to its conflicts or choice of law rules. You shall comply with all laws, rules and regulations which are now or hereinafter promulgated by any government authority or agency which govern or apply to the operation or use of this Site.

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