Welcome to BIPASL.com (the “Site”), operated by Bridge Interpreting Partners (“BIP,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Site and any services offered through it, including but not limited to information about our ASL (American Sign Language) interpreting agency, interpreter support, and hiring facilitation (collectively, the “Services”).
By accessing or using the Site or Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Site or Services. These Terms form a legally binding agreement between you and BIP. We may update these Terms from time to time; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
1. Use of the Site and Services
- Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to use the Services. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
- Permitted Use: The Site is for informational purposes and to facilitate inquiries about our ASL interpreting services. You may use the Site to:
- Learn about BIP’s mission to support independently contracted ASL interpreters.
- Contact us via email for interpreter hiring or partnership opportunities.
- Access publicly available resources related to ASL interpreting.
- Prohibited Use: You agree not to:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of applicable laws.
- Post, upload, or transmit any harmful, offensive, or infringing content.
- Interfere with the Site’s operation, including via viruses, spam, or unauthorized access attempts.
- Scrape, copy, or redistribute Site content without our written permission.
- Impersonate any person or entity.
2. Intellectual Property
- All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software (“Content”), is owned by BIP or its licensors and protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
- You may view and print Content for personal, non-commercial use, provided you retain all copyright notices. Commercial use requires our prior written consent.
- “BIP” and related marks are trademarks of BIP. You may not use them without permission.
3. User Content and Communications
- Any information you submit via email or forms (“User Content”) is non-confidential and non-proprietary. You grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, modify, and distribute it for business purposes.
- Emails to us (e.g., support@bipasl.com) are considered User Content. We may use them to respond, improve Services, or for marketing (see Privacy Policy).
- You represent that your User Content does not violate third-party rights or laws.
4. Services and Limitations
- Nature of Services: BIP provides agency support for ASL interpreters and facilitates connections between interpreters and consumers. Specific service terms (e.g., contracts, rates) are governed by separate agreements.
- No Guarantees: Services are provided “as is.” We do not guarantee availability, accuracy, or uninterrupted access. BIP is not liable for interpreter performance or consumer outcomes.
- Changes: We may modify, suspend, or discontinue Services at any time without notice.
5. Third-Party Links and Services
- The Site may link to third-party sites. We do not endorse or control them, and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability.
- Any third-party services used through BIP (e.g., payment processors) are subject to their own terms.
6. Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
7. Disclaimers
- As Is Basis: The Site and Services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
- No Professional Advice: Content is for general information only and not a substitute for professional interpreting, legal, or medical advice.
- We do not warrant that the Site will be error-free, secure, or meet your specific needs.
8. Limitation of Liability
- To the fullest extent permitted by law, BIP, its affiliates, officers, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site or Services, even if advised of the possibility.
- Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us (if any) in the past 12 months.
- Some jurisdictions do not allow liability exclusions; in such cases, liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless BIP from any claims, losses, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from your violation of these Terms, misuse of the Site, or infringement of third-party rights.
10. Termination
- We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site for any reason, including violation of these Terms, without notice.
- Upon termination, your right to use the Site ceases immediately.
11. Governing Law and Disputes
- These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State, e.g., California], U.S.A., without regard to conflict of laws principles.
- Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in [Insert County/City, e.g., San Francisco County, California]. You waive any objections to venue or jurisdiction.
12. Miscellaneous
- Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and BIP regarding the Site and Services.
- Severability: If any provision is invalid, the remainder remains in effect.
- No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right does not waive it.
- Assignment: We may assign these Terms; you may not without our consent.
- Contact Us: Questions? Email support@bipasl.com.