TERMS OF USE
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of this website ("Website"), operated by Bartley Legal, an incorporated legal practice ("we", "us", "our"). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.
1. Use of Website
1.1. You must use the Website in accordance with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations, including the laws of New South Wales and the Commonwealth of Australia.
1.2. You agree not to use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could harm, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of it.
1.3. You agree not to attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion or feature of the Website or any other systems or networks connected to it.
2. Legal Advice Disclaimer
2.1. The information provided on this Website does not constitute legal advice and must not be relied upon as such. All content is provided for general informational purposes only and is intended as a starting point for understanding your legal situation, not a substitute for tailored advice.
2.2. Criminal law in New South Wales is complex and subject to frequent legislative change, including amendments to the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), the Criminal Procedure Act 1986 (NSW), the Bail Act 2013 (NSW), and other applicable legislation. We cannot guarantee that all information on this Website is current or complete at any given time.
2.3. We strongly recommend that you seek advice from a qualified criminal defence lawyer as soon as possible, particularly if you have been charged with a criminal offence, are under police investigation, or have a matter before a court.
2.4. Any information you share with our lawyers and staff in the context of a legal consultation is treated as confidential. However, no solicitor-client relationship is established unless and until, either:
(a) a costs agreement has either been signed by both you and Bartley Legal; or
(b) after receiving a costs agreement, you continue to provide instructions to Bartley Legal lawyers or staff thereafter.
2.5. Nothing on this Website should be construed as creating a solicitor-client relationship.
2.6. We may offer a no-obligation initial consultation at our discretion. Such a consultation does not obligate us to accept your matter, provide ongoing advice, or represent you in any proceedings. We reserve the right to decline to act for any person, for any reason.
2.7. If you are in custody or require urgent legal assistance, please contact us directly or, where applicable, contact the NSW Legal Aid Commission or the Aboriginal Legal Service.
2.8. This disclaimer applies to all pages and content contained on this Website.
3. Intellectual Property
3.1. All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Bartley Legal or its licensors and is protected by the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) and other applicable intellectual property laws.
3.2. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, display, or otherwise use any content from this Website without our prior written consent.
4. Links to Third-Party Websites
4.1. This Website may contain links to third-party websites, including courts, government agencies, legal aid bodies, and other external resources. We have no control over and accept no responsibility for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of any third-party website.
4.2. Links to external websites are provided for convenience only and do not constitute an endorsement of those sites or their content.
5. Limitation of Liability
5.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, including the Australian Consumer Law, Bartley Legal and its directors, employees, agents, and contractors will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary loss or damage arising from your use of, or reliance on, this Website or its content.
6. Indemnification
6.1. You agree to indemnify Bartley Legal and its directors, employees, agents, and contractors from and against any claims, liabilities, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of your use of this Website or any breach of these Terms.
7. Changes to Terms
7.1. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
8. Governing Law
8.1. These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New South Wales, Australia, and laws of the Commonwealth of Australia. Any disputes arising under these Terms are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales, or other Australian courts, depending on the jurisdiction that applies to a matter.
9. Contact Us
9.1. If you have any questions about these Terms or wish to make an enquiry, please contact Bartley Legal directly via the contact details on this Website.
By using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
