Terms and Conditions for use of this Website
(also referred to as the "Site")
The information on AudiologyOnline (www.audiologyonline.com) is owned by AudiologyOnline, Inc. By using the Site, you agree to these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree to all Terms and Conditions, do not use this Site!
Nondiscrimination Policy: Our Commitment to Valuing Diversity
It is the policy of AudiologyOnline.com.com, to create and maintain a rich online learning environment that values diversity, respects human dignity, is hospitable, equitable, and tolerant, and in which all persons are free from all forms of discrimination or discriminatory harassment.
In order to assure all users an appropriate learning environment, AudiologyOnline.com:
• Challenges and requests its presenters, users and administration to promote a hospitable and equitable learning environment for all persons;
• Asserts that tolerance for diversity shall be the norm for behavior on the part of all who are present;
• Discourages the use of derogatory or disparaging language and other forms of expression and, particularly, disapproves of those who insult persons on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status.
Adapted from California State University, Fullerton Judicial Affairs Non-Discrimination Policy 2009
The Site Does Not Provide Medical or Audiologic Advice
The content, such as text, graphics, images, information obtained from links, licensors, and other material ("Content") contained on the Site are for informational purposes only. The Content is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on the Site! Internet sites cannot and do not provide personal advice. The opinions expressed are for informational purposes only and are not to be considered by you, or anyone, as appropriate or professional, or diagnostic of your condition or situation. We strongly urge you to PERSONALLY speak with your physician or other licensed healthcare practitioner to determine if and how the information on this site pertains to you, if at all.
Call your doctor or 911 immediately for all medical emergencies. AudiologyOnline does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, products, procedures, opinions, or other information found on the Site. Use of the Site is solely at your own risk.
Use of Content
AudiologyOnline authorizes and encourages you to view or download copies of the material on the Site solely for your personal, noncommercial use, as long as you include the following copyright notice: "Copyright (c) 2012, AudiologyOnline, Inc. All rights reserved," also, please include all other identification of the author(s), their affiliation(s), and the website of origin (www.audiologyonline.com).
All content on the Site is protected by copyright by USA and foreign laws. Title to the Content remains with AudiologyOnline or its licensors. Any use of the content not expressly permitted here, is a breach of these Terms and Conditions and may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws. Content and written features may change without notice. All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved by AudiologyOnline and its licensors.
You Use the Site and the Content at Your Own Risk
When using the Site, information is transmitted over a medium (the Internet) which is beyond the control and jurisdiction of AudiologyOnline and its suppliers. Accordingly, AudiologyOnline assumes no liability for or relating to the delay, failure, interruption, or corruption of any data or other information transmitted in connection with use of the Site. The Site and the content are provided "AS IS."
AudiologyOnline makes no guarantees or promises regarding the accuracy, reliability, completeness or timeliness of the Content, software, text, graphics, links, or communications on the Site.
In no event shall AudiologyOnline, its licensors, its suppliers, or any third parties be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, incidental and consequential damages, personal injury or wrongful death, lost profits, or damages resulting from lost data or business interruption) resulting from the use or inability to use the Site or the Content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory, and whether or not AudiologyOnline is advised of the possibility of such damages.
Continuing Education Course Content
AudiologyOnline course sponsorship does not necessarily imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or specific procedures. AudiologyOnline courses serve as a forum for professionals to present their ideas and share their experience. The responsibility is on the presenters and authors to provide adequate authority and reference to support any claims made, and on participants to critically evaluate the evidence from multiple sources to guide clinical-decision making.
User Submissions
You agree that you will not upload or transmit any communications or content of any type that infringe or violate any rights of any party. By submitting communications or content to any part of this Site, you agree that such submission is non-confidential for all purposes. If you make any such submission, you automatically grant (or warrant) that the owner of such content has expressly granted to AudiologyOnline, a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, world-wide non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, create derivative works from, modify, publish, edit, translate, distribute, perform, and display the communication or content in any media or medium, or any form, format, or forum now known or hereafter developed.
PUBLIC AREAS
If you use one of the areas of the Site that permit you and others to post communications such member columns, bulletin boards, chat rooms, and live events ("Public Areas"), you are solely responsible for your own communications, the consequences of posting those communications, and your reliance on any communications found in the Public Areas. AudiologyOnline is not responsible for the consequences of any communications in the Public Areas. In cases where you feel threatened or believe someone else is in danger, you should contact your local law enforcement agency immediately.
If you have, or think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.
In consideration of being allowed to use the Public Areas, you agree that the following actions shall constitute a material breach of these Terms and Conditions and you will not use a Public Area for any purpose in violation of local, state, national, or international laws; you will not post material that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others or on the privacy or publicity rights of others; you will not post material that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, threatening, harassing, abusive, slanderous, hateful, or embarrassing to any other person or entity; you will not post advertisements or solicitations of business; post chain letters or pyramid schemes; you will not impersonate others; distribute viruses or other harmful computer code; harvest or otherwise collect information about others (including email addresses, without their consent); you will not allow other persons or entity to use your identification for posting or viewing comments; post the same note more than once or "spamming";and you will not engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits any other person from using or enjoying the Public Area or the Site.
AudiologyOnline reserves the right to remove all rude and offensive comments from the Site, solely at their discretion.
Advertisements and Links to Other Sites
AudiologyOnline does not endorse the content on any third-party websites. AudiologyOnline cannot be and is not responsible for the content of linked third-party sites, sites framed within the Site, or third-party advertisements, and does not make any representations regarding their content or accuracy. Use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of use for such sites.
By using the Site, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold AudiologyOnline, its officers, directors, authors, employees, agents, licensors, corporate partners, advisors, advisory board and suppliers, harmless from and against any claims, actions or demands, liabilities and settlements including without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees, resulting from, or alleged to result from any problem related to the Site or it's content.
You also expressly agree that exclusive jurisdiction for any dispute with AudiologyOnline, or in any way relating to your use of the Site, resides in the courts of the State of Texas and you further agree and expressly consent to the exercise of personal jurisdiction in the courts of the State of Texas in connection with any such dispute including any claim.
Cancellation of your CEU Total Access Membership
You may cancel your CEU Total Access Membership, effective the next billing cycle, online or by contacting our Customer Service Department via telephone at 800-753-2160.
Complete Agreement
Except as expressly provided in a particular "legal notice" on the Site, these Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and AudiologyOnline.
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