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Money Back Guarantee: When and Why to Have One

Many businesses use a money back guarantee to gain a competitive edge and show consumers that they stand behind their products. This article explains what a money back guarantee is, why you should have one, whether you are legally required to have a money back guarantee, and how to write and...

EULA vs Free Software License

Most software available today is licensed, not purchased. Consumers have no shortage of products to consider, and those with good programming skills often choose software with open code so they can add their own features and functionality. Generally, items with closed code are licensed through End Use License Agreements (EULA) while...

Illinois Right to Know Act

Note: The Right to Know Act died in January of 2023 In March 2017, the U.S. Congress voted to remove broadband privacy rules which would have gone into effect later that year. The president confirmed the repeal, which ended efforts to pass federal privacy protection law. After that, states became interested in...

Legal Policies for Google Tools and Services

Whether you're using Google's services to publish apps, create relevant ads, or optimize your website's performance, you should understand its legal policy requirements. This article covers popular Google tools and services that support online business operations and the legal policies you need to have in order to use them. What Types of...

Does Copying or Adapting Another's Terms & Conditions Violate Copyright Law?

The short answer is that yes, directly copying another Terms and Conditions agreement violates copyright law and can be a copyright infringement. Directly copying a Terms & Conditions agreement (T&C) exposes your company to legal risks in a few ways. First, copying an agreement word-for-word is likely a violation of...

Are Disclaimers Legally Binding?

There is some dispute over whether disclaimers are legally binding. Much of this arises from the way they are presented. Disclaimers are often not treated like contracts or legal agreements which makes them more difficult to enforce if you face legal issues. You can improve this situation by treating your Disclaimers...