These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of fulcrumlawfirm.com (the “Site”), operated by Fulcrum Law Firm (“Fulcrum,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). Please read them carefully. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

Your use of the Site constitutes acceptance of these Terms and of our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, Attorney Advertising Notice, and Cookie Notice. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

2. No Legal Advice; No Attorney-Client Relationship

Information on the Site is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not legal advice, is not a substitute for legal advice from a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction, and should not be relied upon as such. Use of the Site does not create an attorney-client relationship with Fulcrum Law Firm or any of its lawyers. An attorney-client relationship is formed only after (a) a conflict check is completed, (b) both parties sign a written engagement letter, and (c) Fulcrum confirms the engagement in writing.

3. Permitted Use

You may access the Site for your personal, non-commercial informational purposes. You agree not to:

• Use the Site in violation of any applicable law, rule, or regulation;
• Use automated means (bots, scrapers, spiders) to access, copy, or index the Site, except for reasonable search-engine indexing;
• Attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to the Site, its servers, or any related systems;
• Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security features of the Site;
• Introduce malware, viruses, or other harmful code;
• Use the Site to harass, threaten, or defame any person;
• Impersonate any person or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity;
• Reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or create derivative works from Site content except as expressly permitted below.

4. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, all content on the Site — including text, graphics, logos, photographs, and the overall look and feel — is owned by Fulcrum Law Firm or its licensors and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual-property laws. “Fulcrum Law Firm,” the Fulcrum lever-and-fulcrum mark, and related logos are trademarks of Fulcrum Law Firm. You may view and print individual pages for your personal, non-commercial reference, provided you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. Any other use requires our prior written consent.

5. User Submissions and Communications

Any communications you send through the Site (including through contact forms, email addresses listed on the Site, or comments) are not, by themselves, confidential or privileged. By submitting a communication, you represent that you have the right to do so and that the information is not false, infringing, or unlawful. Fulcrum may use or discard such communications in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

6. Third-Party Content and Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, content, or services. Fulcrum does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for third-party content. Your use of third-party websites is governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ON IT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FULCRUM DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, AND UNINTERRUPTED OPERATION. FULCRUM DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL FULCRUM LAW FIRM, ITS PARTNERS, LAWYERS, STAFF, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SITE, EVEN IF FULCRUM HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. TO THE EXTENT LIABILITY CANNOT BE EXCLUDED, FULCRUM’S TOTAL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (US$100).

Nothing in these Terms limits any liability that cannot be limited under applicable law or under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Fulcrum and its partners, lawyers, staff, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your misuse of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of applicable law or any third-party right.

10. Governing Law and Venue

These Terms and your use of the Site are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. You agree that the exclusive venue for any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be the state or federal courts located in Harris County, Texas, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of those courts. The parties expressly waive any right to trial by jury to the extent permitted by law. The parties do not agree to arbitrate disputes arising out of these Terms.

11. General Provisions

11.1 Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes become effective when posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be revised. Your continued use of the Site after the effective date constitutes acceptance.

11.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

11.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

11.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, Attorney Advertising Notice, Cookie Notice, and any applicable engagement letter, constitute the entire agreement between you and Fulcrum Law Firm with respect to the Site.

11.5 Assignment

You may not assign your rights or obligations under these Terms without Fulcrum’s prior written consent. Fulcrum may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, sale, or reorganization.

12. Contact

Questions about these Terms should be directed to:

Fulcrum Law Firm
412 W. Polk St., Suite 1
Houston, Texas 77019
Phone: (713) 223-8600
Email: info@fulcrumlawfirm.com