Terms of Use

Of content in this web site

David Laden invites visitors to use the online content his Web site for personal, educational and other non-commercial purposes. By using David Laden's Web site, you accept and agree to abide by the following terms.

Intellectual property rights in content

David Laden is the owner of the compilation of content that is posted on the David Laden Web site, which consists of text, images, design, codes and software (“Content”). However, David Laden does not necessarily own each component of the compilation. The Content that David Laden makes available on the Web site may be owned by others and used with their permission, or used in accordance with applicable law. Some Content is in the public domain and some Content is protected by third party rights, such as copyright, trademark, rights of publicity, privacy, and contractual restrictions.

David Laden endeavors to provide information that it possesses about the copyright status of the Content and to identify any other terms and conditions that may apply to use of the Content (such as trademark, rights of privacy or publicity, donor restrictions, etc.); however, David Laden can offer no guarantee or assurance that all pertinent information is provided or that the information is correct in each circumstance. It is your responsibility to determine what permission(s) you need in order to use the Content and, if necessary, to obtain such permission. If you have specific questions or information about Content on the David Laden Web site, please contact David Laden.

Permitted uses

David Laden welcomes you to make fair use of the Content as defined by copyright law. Information on United States copyright fair use law is available from the United States Copyright Office: http://www.copyright.gov/fls/fl102.html. Please note that you are responsible for determining whether your use is fair and for responding to any claims that may arise from your use. In addition, David Laden allows personal, educational, and other non-commercial uses of the Content on the following terms:

  1. You must cite the author and source of the Content as you would material from any printed work.
  2. You must also cite and link to, when possible, the David Laden Web site as the source of the Content.
  3. You may not remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices including attribution information, credits, and notices, that are placed in or near the text, images, or data.
  4. You must comply with all terms or restrictions other than copyright (such as trademark, publicity and privacy rights, or contractual restrictions) as may be specified in the metadata or as may otherwise apply to the Content.

Unauthorized uses require prior written permission

You may not use the Content for commercial purposes. This means that you may not sell the Content or sell materials, products or services that use and incorporate the Content, nor may you use the Content to promote or advertise products or services. If you wish to use the Content for any purpose beyond the permitted uses, such as a commercial use or publication (except as may be permitted by fair use under the copyright law), you must obtain prior written permission from David Laden (or other owner of the Content as applicable). Please contact David Laden with questions regarding use of the Content.

Links to third party sites

David Laden may link to third party sites which are not under the control of David Laden. These links are provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only, and they do not indicate the endorsement of David Laden, sponsorship of, or affiliation with the third party or content of the linked web site, including any advertisements that may be posted. David Laden has no control over, makes no representation or warranty and bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality or content of the externally linked sites.

Links from third party sites

Linking is an important feature that facilitates searching and making connections among web sites. If you link to the David Laden's Web site, you agree to present the link in a manner that does not give the impression that the David Laden endorses, whether expressly or implicitly, any products, services or opinions provided on your web site and that the link contain a clearly written notice that the user is leaving your web site and accessing another.

Disclaimer

The Content is provided “as is” without a warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular use, and/or non-infringement. David Laden shall not be responsible or liable for any damage that may occur due to your use of David Laden Web site or downloading any Content from it.

Reservation of rights

David Laden reserves the right to change these Terms of Use from time to time without notice; changes shall be effective upon posting. Please check back regularly for updates. Failure of David Laden to enforce any of these terms shall not constitute a waiver of such terms.

Warranty and Indemnity

By using the David Laden Web site, you represent and warrant that your use will be consistent with these Terms of Use, including fair use. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold David Laden harmless from all claims, causes of action, allegations, costs, expenses, fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees), judgments, liabilities, losses, and damages arising from or relating to your use of the David Laden Web site

Applicable law and jurisdiction

These Terms of Use and any amendments or revisions shall be governed by applicable federal law and the laws of Dane County, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any case, controversy, suit, action, or proceeding arising out of, in connection with, or related to these Terms of Use shall be brought in the appropriate federal court.

Privacy

By using David Laden Web sites, you agree that David Laden may collect, use and disclose information that you provide