Terms of Use
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Welcome to the website of Kids Dental Pals & Orthodontics, located at 2410 Sycamore Dr, Suite A, Simi Valley, CA 93065 (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this website (the “Site”). By accessing, browsing, or using this Site in any manner, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of this Site immediately.
1. Ownership and Intellectual Property
1.1 All intellectual property rights whether common law or registered, in the design, layout, graphics, logos, trademarks, trade names, text, images, data, software, and other content on this Site are owned by or licensed to Kids Dental Pals & Orthodontics, and are protected under United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
1.2 You may access and use the Site solely for personal and non-commercial purposes. No portion of this Site may be copied, reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed without our prior written consent, except for your personal, non-commercial use.
2. Use of the Site
2.1 You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of or restrict or inhibit the use of this Site by any third party.
2.2 You may not use the Site:
•To transmit unlawful, defamatory, abusive, threatening, or obscene material.
•To violate the rights of any person or entity, including but not limited to intellectual property, privacy, or contractual rights.
•To interfere with or disrupt the Site or any servers or networks connected to the Site.
•To upload viruses or malicious code.
•For commercial purposes without express written permission.
3. Disclaimers
3.1 The content on this Site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dental advice. The Site is not a substitute for professional consultation, diagnosis, or treatment by a licensed provider.
3.2 While we strive to keep information on this Site up to date and accurate, we do not warrant the completeness, timeliness, or accuracy of the information provided.
3.3 This Site is provided “as is” and “as available.” To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including, without limitation, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
4. Limitation of Liability
4.1 To the maximum extent permitted by law, Kids Dental Pals & Orthodontics, its owners, officers, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
•Your use of, or inability to use, the Site.
•Any conduct or content of any third party on the Site.
•Any content obtained from the Site.
•Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.
5. User-Provided Content
5.1 If you submit any content to the Site, including reviews, comments, or messages, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and distribute such content in any media now known or developed in the future.
5.2 You represent and warrant that any content you submit is original to you or you have obtained all necessary permissions and licenses.
5.3 We reserve the right to remove any content for any reason and without notice.
6. Privacy
6.1 Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal and health information. By using this Site, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
7. Third-Party Links
7.1 This Site may include links to third-party websites or resources. These are provided for your convenience only. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, practices, or privacy policies of any third-party websites.
7.2 Inclusion of a link does not imply our endorsement of the site or any association with its operators.
8. Termination and Access Restriction
8.1 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, at our sole discretion, at any time and without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is otherwise harmful to other users or our business interests.
9. Indemnification
9.1 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kids Dental Pals & Orthodontics, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third party’s rights.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
10.1 These Terms and any disputes arising under or in connection with them shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
10.2 You agree that any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California, and you consent to the jurisdiction of those courts.
11. Modifications
11.1 We reserve the right to update or change these Terms at any time without prior notice. All changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site following any updates constitutes acceptance of those changes.
12. Severability
12.1 If any provision of these Terms is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision will be deemed severable and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
13. Accessibility
13.1 We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of the Site, please contact us at info@kidsdentalpals.com and we will make all reasonable efforts to assist you.
14. No Professional Relationship
14.1 Use of this Site or communication through it does not create a doctor-patient, provider-patient, or any other professional relationship. You should not rely on the content of this Site as a substitute for professional healthcare advice or treatment.
15. Language Disclaimer
15.1 These Terms of Use may be translated into languages other than English for convenience. The English version shall prevail in the event of any conflict or inconsistency.
16. Dispute Resolution
16.1 Informal Resolution.
Before initiating formal dispute proceedings, you agree to contact us at info@kidsdentalpals.com to attempt to resolve your concern informally within thirty (30) days.
16.2 Arbitration.
If not resolved informally, any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from your use of this Site or these Terms shall be resolved exclusively by final and binding arbitration conducted by JAMS under its Comprehensive Arbitration Rules and Procedures. Arbitration will take place in Los Angeles County, California.
16.3 Exceptions.
Either party may seek injunctive relief in a court of competent jurisdiction for claims involving intellectual property infringement or unauthorized access to the Site.
16.4 Waiver of Class Actions and Jury Trials.
You and Kids Dental Pals & Orthodontics agree to bring claims only in your individual capacity and not as part of a class action or representative proceeding. You also waive your right to a jury trial.
16.5 Costs.
Each party shall bear its own legal and arbitration costs unless the arbitrator awards costs under applicable law.
17. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us:
Kids Dental Pals & Orthodontics
2410 Sycamore Dr, Suite A
Simi Valley, CA 93065
Email: info@kidsdentalpals.com
