Introduction
Welcome to the Barbasota & Tan Law Office website. Thank you for your interest in our office and for taking the time to review the following Terms of Use. These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website and all associated websites and services as well. By accessing our website, requesting information from us, or using any of our resources, you acknowledge that you have read and will be bound by the following terms and conditions for the use of our website and all related websites and services. If you do not agree with any of these terms and conditions, we recommend that you refrain from using our site. The Terms of Use are intended to provide a straightforward relationship for all users of the website, and help create a pleasurable, respectful and secure site environment for all.
The following are terms of a legal agreement between you and Barbasota & Tan Law Office. By accessing our website, you (licensee) must agree to the Terms of Use that follows. These terms may change by the company at any time and your continued use of this site will constitute acceptance of those changes. Periodically it will be necessary to update this policy and/or these terms in response to changes within Barbasota & Tan Law Office’s business model or the Internet legal environment.
Barbasota & Tan, P.A. Law Office Background
Barbasota & Tan Law Office in 2010 is a full-service law firm at 4000 Ming Ave Ste 68, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Founding partners Jane Barbasota and Mark Tan lead the team at Barbasota & Tan in personal injury, family law, business law and criminal defense cases. Our comprehensive legal services help people and businesses throughout our community and beyond, delivering outstanding value for some of the most challenging legal issues they face. As a client-centered practice, we provide the individual support and experienced guidance clients need to navigate the legal process from start to finish.
Agreement to Terms
By accessing, browsing and/or using the Barbasota & Tan Law Office website (https://barbasotanlawoffice.com/), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy and any other posted terms, conditions, policies, or guidelines on our website. If you are using this website on behalf of an organization or entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind such organization or entity to these terms and conditions. Should you not accept these terms, please do not use our website or otherwise utilize our service.
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Changes to Terms
Barbasota & Tan Law Office may modify, update, or otherwise revise these Terms of Use at any time, with or without prior notification. Further, all changes are effective immediately as of the date they are posted to our website. We recommend that you visit this page occasionally to be aware of any changes to these Terms of Use. Your continued use of this website following the posting of changes to these Terms of Use signifies your acceptance and agreement with those changes.
Service Scope
The content that appears on this page is general in nature. It is related to Barbasota & Tan Law Office, our services, and other related topics. Any information provided on the site is informational and is not intended to serve as legal advice, nor does it create or imply an attorney-client relationship. Services described on the website include personal injury law, family law, business law, criminal defense, and other legal services generally. Any specific legal advice can only come after direct consultation with the firm has begun and a reasonable attorney-client relationship formed through a signed agreement.
No Lawyer-Client Relationship
Disclaimer: No attorney-client relationship is formed between you and Barbasota & Tan Law Office or any of its attorneys by your submission of any online contact form, e-mail, or telephone inquiry. An attorney-client relationship will not be formed between you and Barbasota & Tan Law Office until a formal agreement is executed and the firm accepts employment in your case or matter. We will make all reasonable efforts to protect confidential and/or time-sensitive information. Please do not send confidential or time sensitive information to us through this website, or by e-mail or any other electronic means unless an attorney-client relationship exists between you and the firm.
User Obligations
Any use of the site is conditioned on your representation that you will follow all required local, state and federal laws and regulations and only use the site in a manner that does not infringe on the rights of third parties, including intellectual property rights, the right of privacy or any other rights conferred by law. You may not use this site for the transmission of any illegal, threatening, defamatory, obscene or other content or material that infringes on the rights of others.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content of the Barbasota & Tan Law Office website – including but not limited to all text, graphics, logos, images, video, and software – is the exclusive property of, and the copyright of, Barbasota & Tan Law Office or our content suppliers and is protected by the United States and international copyright, trademark, patent and other intellectual property laws. You may view, download and print content from our website solely in connection with a personal, non-commercial use. Website content may not be reproduced, distributed, modified, publicly displayed or otherwise used for any other purpose, without our express written permission.
Prohibited Activities
You will not engage in any conduct that might damage, disable, over-burden or impair the operation of our website or any other party’s use of our website. Without limitation, you will not:
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website or web servers or networks connected to our website or server.
- Use any spider, robot or other automated device to collect information from our website.
- Incorporate into your code, product, or website malicious software, viruses, worms or other potentially damaging code.
- Impersonate any personnel of Barbasota & Tan Law Office or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with Brand Law LLC.
- Engage in any other activity in violation of law, regulation, this agreement or the policy.
Third-Party References & Resources
For your convenience, this web site may contain links to third party Internet web sites or other resources that are not owned, operated, or controlled by Barbasota & Tan Law Office. Unless otherwise noted, we have no control over such third party web sites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies or practices of third party websites. Reference to such third party web sites does not constitute or imply any endorsement or recommendation of such third party web sites. You access such third party web sites at your own risk. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms and conditions of use that may apply to such third party web sites.
Disclaimers
The materials available on this site are available “as is”, “as available” and without any warranty, express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Barbasota & Tan Law Office disclaims all representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, concerning the information contained herein. Barbasota & Tan Law Office does not warrant that the content is accurate, complete, reliable or fit for any particular purpose. The law is always changing, and content may be outdated or inaccurate. Under no circumstances should you rely upon any material obtained from our web site without professional legal counsel.
Disclaimer of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, Barbasota & Tan Law Office and its partners, attorneys, staff and affiliates, are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use or inability to use the website, even if it or its authorized representatives have been advised of the possibility of such damages. The foregoing provisions do not apply in states that limit liability in this manner. Such damages include, but are not limited to, damages arising out of errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, delays or computer viruses or intrusions. Your only recourse for your dissatisfaction with the website or its content is to cease use of the website.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Barbasota & Tan Law Office, its partners, attorneys, staff and affiliates from all claims, liabilities, damages, causes of action, court judgments, losses, costs or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) based on or arising out of your breach, violation or alleged breach or violation of these Terms of Use, your use of the website or your violation or alleged violation of the rights of any third party.
Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. At Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, our Privacy Policy outlines our policy concerning the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information when you access our website or communicate with us. Your use of this website signifies your consent to the practices set forth in our Privacy Policy. We invite all persons using this site to read the relevant portions of this document, which may be accessed at our website, so that they understand their rights and our obligations regarding data collection and use.
Confidentiality and Correspondence
Although reasonable precautions have been taken to protect the security of communications sent through this website, communications made through this website are neither secure nor confidential. You should not send or transmit sensitive or confidential information using our website or email other than to the extent you have established an attorney-client relationship with Barbasota & Tan Law Office. Information about you obtained via a contact form or by email prior to establishing an attorney-client relationship with us may not be treated as confidential or privileged.
User-Submitted Material
By submitting comments, questions, or other information to Barbasota & Tan Law Office on this website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, translate, distribute and otherwise disclose such content as appropriate. You warrant that you are legally entitled to submit such content and that your content does not infringe the rights of any third party.
Consultations and Retainer Agreements
Barbasota & Tan Law Office provides an initial consultation for prospective clients. Contacting or meeting with a consultant does not commit us to providing services or an attorney/client relationship. A formal engagement with our office is not established until there is a signed engagement letter for services setting forth the scope of services, terms and fees. We believe in transparency with regards to fees and encourage clients to ask questions on fees, billing practices and engagement models before formal engagement.
Fee and Payment Arrangements
Fees. In general, fees will vary according to the type of legal services rendered and may include hourly charges, flat fees, contingency fee arrangements or retainer. Specific terms such as payments, refunds, and reasons for stopping payment are set forth in each client’s retainer agreement. Non-payment can result in the suspension or termination of services. Clients should feel free to discuss any questions regarding fees and billing with our office.
Territorial Restrictions
Barbasota & Tan Law Office is focused on client services within Bakersfield and its nearby California towns, but is capable of addressing selected matters outside these local boundaries under laws and professional requirements. The availability of certain services or advice is dependent upon your state law rules governing specific matters. You should consider the requirements of your state (or other) jurisdiction before using the website or receiving further information or engaging in any communications with the firm.
Children and Eligibility
This site is designed for the use of adults and businesses – not children. If you are under the age of 18, you may use this site only with permission and involvement of your parent or legal guardian. Barbasota & Tan does not intentionally collect personal information from children.
Accessibility Policy
Barbasota & Tan Law Office makes an effort to maintain an accessible website for all users, including those with disabilities. We work to adhere to applicable accessibility standards, and welcome feedback about ways to improve accessibility. Should you have any difficulty in accessing any part of the website, inform us via [email protected] or (661) 939-5459 that you need assistance and we will work with you.
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Termination of Access
Barbasota & Tan Law Office may, in its sole discretion, at any time and from time to time, restrict, suspend or terminate your use of all or any portion of the website, for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to violation of these Terms of Use. Upon termination, the restrictions imposed on you with respect to the contents of this website, disclaimers, limitations of liability and indemnification shall survive.
Applicable Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use and your use of the Services are governed by California law, without regard to its conflict of law principles. By using our website, you agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms and/or your use of the website shall be brought exclusively to the state and federal courts located in Kern County, California.
Separator Provisions
If any part of these Terms of Use is determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be interpreted in a manner that allows for the maximum enforcement permissible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions herein shall remain in full force and effect.
No Waiver
Barbasota & Tan Law Office’s non-enforcement of any provision or right of these Terms of Use will not constitute any form of waiver of such provision or right. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of the firm.
Entirety of Agreement
Unless otherwise specified in writing, these Terms of Use [as well as our Privacy Policy and additional policies that we may publish on the site from time to time] constitute the entire agreement between you and Barbasota & Tan Law Office with respect to the use of this website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about these Terms of Use, the site, or our online legal services, you can contact Barbasota & Tan Law Office at: 4000 Ming Ave Ste 68, Bakersfield, CA 93309, (661) 939-5459, [email protected], https://barbasotanlawoffice.com/. We welcome potential clients who either wish to schedule a consultation appointment or discuss their legal needs. We look forward to hearing from you and assisting you as necessary.
Updates
Barbasota & Tan Law Office may update or amend these Terms of Use by posting a prominent notice on its website, or by other reasonable means. You are responsible for frequently checking this page to determine the current Terms. Your continued use of this site means that you agree with such changes.
Newsletters, RSS Feeds and Email Communications
Visitors to our site also have the option to sign up for our newsletter to receive legal, firm, or other relevant news. By subscribing you agree to receive emails and other communications from Barbasota & Tan Law Office. You can cancel at any time. Unsubscribe instructions are included in the message or you can contact us.
Comments and Suggestions
We welcome user feedback and suggestions in order to improve our website and services. Your feedback submitted through our website, via email, or via other medium may be used without limitation or obligation by Barbasota & Tan Law Office. While we take into consideration any feedback you provide that has value to us, we have no duty to provide a response to all feedback and suggestions.
Acknowledgements
Your access and use of the Barbasota & Tan Law Office website constitutes your recognition that you have read, understood and accept all of the above Terms of Use. Thank you for making Barbasota & Tan Law Office your legal counsel.