Terms of Use

PLEASE NOTE: THESE TERMS CONTAIN A MANDATORY ARBITRATION PROVISION AND A CLASS ACTION WAIVER. YOU AGREE THAT DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND TROTTER WILL BE RESOLVED BY BINDING, INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION AND YOU WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OR CLASS-WIDE ARBITRATION.

You must be at least 18 years old (or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction) and located in a jurisdiction where the Service are offered for use. By using Trotter, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

You may use the Services only in compliance with these Terms and all applicable laws.

We reserve the right to refuse Service to anyone for any reason at any time, in our sole discretion.

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Services (or any part or content thereof) and to modify their prices without notice at any time. We reserve the right to limit the Services and its sales, or access to, our Services to any person, geographic region or jurisdiction. We may exercise this right on a case-by-case basis. All descriptions of Services are subject to change at any time without notice, at our sole discretion. Any offer for any Services made is void where prohibited.

We are not responsible if information made available on this site is not accurate, complete, or current. The material on this site is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon or used as the sole basis for making decisions without consulting more accurate, complete, or timely sources of information.

By submitting any comments or materials to us, whether requested or unsolicited, you agree that we may use, edit, publish, and distribute them freely without obligation to keep them confidential, compensate you, or respond.

You agree not to use the Services:

• For any unlawful purpose;
• To solicit others to perform or participate in unlawful acts;
• To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances;
• To infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others;
• To harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, age, national origin, or disability;
• To submit false or misleading information;
• To upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code that will or may be used in any way that will affect the functionality or operation of the Services;
• To collect or track the personal information of others;
• To spam, phish, pharm, pretext, spider, crawl, or scrape;
• For any obscene or immoral purpose; or
• To interfere with or circumvent the security features of the Services.

You may download or print a copy of content from the Services solely for your personal, non-commercial use. Any other use, including reproduction, modification, distribution, or republication, without prior written permission, is strictly prohibited. You understand that the download and/or use of a Form is neither legal nor tax advice nor does it constitute the practice of law, and that each Form and any applicable instruction or guidance is not customized to your particular needs. Because the Forms are general in nature and may not pertain to your specific circumstances, you should consider obtaining advice from professional counsel qualified in the applicable subject matter and jurisdiction. By downloading Forms, you agree that the Forms you download may only be used by you for your personal or internal business use and may not be sold or redistributed without the express written consent of Trotter.

The Site, Services, and all content available on the Site (excluding any User Content, as defined below), along with any software, graphics, designs, logos, trademarks intellectual property rights, APIs, interfaces, features, and functionalities, are and will remain the exclusive property of Trotter and its licensors. The Services are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws applicable in the United States and any jurisdiction where we make the Services available. You may not use Trotter’s trademarks, trade dress, service marks, logo, or trade name in connection with any product or service without prior written consent from Trotter. You are prohibited from removing, altering, or concealing any copyright, trademark, service mark, or other proprietary rights notices incorporated within the Site and/or Services, if applicable. Unless expressly permitted, you may not copy, further develop, reproduce, republish, modify, download, post, broadcast, transmit, or otherwise use the content of the Site or Services for any purpose.

You retain ownership of any content you submit or upload through the Services ("User Content"). However, by submitting User Content, you grant Trotter a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, copy, modify, distribute, and display such content for the purposes of operating, promoting, and improving the Services. You represent that you have the necessary rights to grant us this license. You are solely responsible for your User Content. You acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for all User Content you submit. You represent and warrant that your User Content does not violate any applicable laws or infringe the rights of any third party.

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Use of third-party services is at your own risk.

ALL CONTENT PRESENT ON THIS SITE HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE. TRANSMISSION OF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT INTENDED TO CREATE, AND RECEIPT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE, AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP. ONLINE READERS SHOULD NOT ACT UPON THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT SEEKING PROFESSIONAL COUNSEL.

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WE DO NOT GUARANTEE, REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE OR ERROR-FREE. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE RESULTS THAT MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF THE SERVICE WILL BE ACCURATE OR RELIABLE.

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YOU AGREE THAT FROM TIME TO TIME WE MAY REMOVE THE SERVICES FOR INDEFINITE PERIODS OF TIME OR CANCEL THE SERVICE AT ANY TIME, WITHOUT NOTICE TO YOU. WE EXPRESSLY DO NOT GUARANTEE ANY ADVICE YOU RECEIVE FROM ANY OTHER USERS OF OUR SERVICES OR OUR SITE; OUR HOSTING OF ANY OFFERINGS OR PRODUCTS OF THIRD PARTIES OR OTHER USERS OF OUR SITE OR OUR SERVICES DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT OF SUCH OFFERINGS OR PRODUCTS, OR OTHER ADVICE REGARDING SUCH OFFERINGS OR PRODUCTS.

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YOU EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SERVICE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THE SERVICE AND ALL SERVICES DELIVERED TO YOU ARE (EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED BY US) PROVIDED 'AS IS' AND 'AS AVAILABLE' FOR YOUR USE, WITHOUT ANY REPRESENTATION, WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

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IN NO CASE SHALL TROTTER, OUR DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AFFILIATES, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS, INTERNS, SUPPLIERS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, LICENSORS, SUCCESSORS, OR ASSIGNS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS, CLAIM, OR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUE, LOST SAVINGS, LOSS OF DATA, REPLACEMENT COSTS, OR ANY SIMILAR DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF ANY OF THE SERVICES, OR FOR ANY OTHER CLAIM RELATED IN ANY WAY TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY ERRORS OR OMISSIONS IN ANY CONTENT, OR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF THE SERVICE OR ANY CONTENT (OR PRODUCT) POSTED, TRANSMITTED, OR OTHERWISE MADE AVAILABLE VIA THE SERVICES, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY.

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BECAUSE SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR THE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, IN SUCH STATES OR JURISDICTIONS, OUR LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

The Site is an online portal offering general information and access to do-it-yourself forms ("Forms"), but the content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or accounting advice, advertising or solicitation. Use of the Site does not create an attorney-client relationship with Trotter or its representatives. The Site is not a substitute for advice from qualified legal, tax, or accounting professionals in your jurisdiction, and any opinions expressed are those of the individual author, not necessarily those of Trotter. The Site may be incomplete, not reflect recent legal developments, and may not apply to your jurisdiction or situation. Because the Site offers general, not specific, guidance, you should not act or rely on its content without consulting appropriate professional counsel. Trotter only forms attorney-client relationships through specific procedures, including a signed engagement letter and conflict checks as required by Florida’s Rules of Professional Conduct. Your use of the Site, including sending emails or other communications through it, does not establish an attorney-client relationship, and any information you send will not be treated as confidential or privileged. By using the Services, you agree that nothing on the Site guarantees or predicts the outcome of any legal matter. The Site may be considered an ATTORNEY ADVERTISEMENT in some jurisdictions, and past results do not guarantee future outcomes, as every case is different and the information provided may not apply to your situation. You also agree that any emails or communications you send to Trotter are not confidential or privileged, unless you are an existing client and the communication relates to a matter Trotter is already handling for you. However, you acknowledge that email and the Internet are generally insecure, and Trotter cannot guarantee the confidentiality or security of any information sent through the Site. Trotter Law PLLC does not seek representation based on website use in jurisdictions where this website does not comply with applicable laws or ethical rules. It also disclaims responsibility for third-party content linked through this website and does not necessarily endorse such content.

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Trotter Law PLLC is a professional limited liability company with members, not partners. However, for industry convention, "members" may be referred to as "partners" on this website. Users are strongly encouraged to consult with a licensed attorney for tailored advice.

Pursuant to U.S. Treasury Department Regulations, any written tax advice provided on the Services is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by any person for the purpose of avoiding penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or promoting, marketing, or recommending any transaction or matter addressed herein.

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, for any reason, with or without notice. Upon termination, all rights granted to you will cease, and you must immediately stop using the Services. Provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

You agree to comply fully with all U.S. export laws and regulations. You may not use, export, or re-export the Services except as authorized by United States law and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Services were obtained.

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, U.S.A., without regard to any conflict of law rules. YOU AND TROTTER AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE, CLAIM, OR CONTROVERSY RELATED TO THESE TERMS—INCLUDING QUESTIONS ABOUT ENFORCEMENT, INTERPRETATION, OR VALIDITY—WILL BE RESOLVED BY BINDING ARBITRATION BEFORE A SINGLE ARBITRATOR. THE ARBITRATION WILL BE ADMINISTERED BY JAMS UNDER ITS COMPREHENSIVE ARBITRATION RULES AND PROCEDURES, FOLLOWING THE EXPEDITED PROCEDURES.

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JUDGMENT ON THE ARBITRATION AWARD CAN BE ENTERED IN ANY COURT WITH JURISDICTION. THIS DOES NOT PREVENT EITHER PARTY FROM SEEKING TEMPORARY REMEDIES IN COURT TO SUPPORT ARBITRATION.

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YOU AND TROTTER AGREE THAT CLAIMS MAY ONLY BE BROUGHT INDIVIDUALLY, NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. UNLESS BOTH PARTIES AGREE OTHERWISE, THE ARBITRATOR MAY NOT CONSOLIDATE CLAIMS FROM MULTIPLE PARTIES OR PRESIDE OVER ANY CLASS PROCEEDINGS. IF A COURT REFUSES TO ENFORCE THIS CLASS ACTION WAIVER, THE ENTIRE ARBITRATION AGREEMENT WILL BE INVALID, AND ANY CLASS CLAIMS MUST PROCEED IN COURT.

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IF A CLAIM PROCEEDS IN COURT INSTEAD OF ARBITRATION, YOU WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL.

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BOTH YOU AND TROTTER AGREE TO KEEP THE ARBITRATION PROCESS AND ANY AWARDS CONFIDENTIAL, EXCEPT AS NEEDED TO CONDUCT THE ARBITRATION, SEEK COURT REMEDIES, CHALLENGE OR ENFORCE AN AWARD, OR AS OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY LAW.

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HEARINGS WILL BE HELD BY TELECONFERENCE OR VIDEOCONFERENCE UNLESS AN IN-PERSON HEARING IS DEEMED NECESSARY; IF SO, IT WILL TAKE PLACE AT A LOCATION CONVENIENT TO BOTH PARTIES OR AS DETERMINED BY JAMS OR THE ARBITRATOR.

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THE ARBITRATOR’S DECISION WILL BE FINAL AND BINDING, MUST FOLLOW THE TERMS OF THESE TERMS, AND WILL NOT ALLOW FOR INTERROGATORIES OR REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION. IN ARBITRATION, THE ARBITRATOR MAY NOT AWARD PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (LIKE LOST PROFITS), UNLESS A STATUTE SPECIFICALLY PERMITS IT, AND THE PARTIES WAIVE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM SUCH DAMAGES.

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While Florida law governs these Terms, arbitration proceedings will be governed by the Federal Arbitration Act because the agreement involves interstate commerce.

You agree to comply fully with all U.S. export laws and regulations. You may not use, export, or re-export the Services except as authorized by United States law and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Services were obtained.