These Terms of Use (the “Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Almerino & Co. Law Firm (“Almerino & Co.,” “we,” “our,” “us,” or the “Firm”). These Terms apply to your access and use of our website located at www.almerino.co (the “Site”), including all associated pages and services, whether you are visiting for informational purposes or to inquire about or engage legal services.

By accessing, using, or interacting with the Site in any manner, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the Philippines. If you do not agree to these Terms, you are not authorized to use or access the Site and should immediately discontinue any further use.

1. Legal Information Only. The content on the Site is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Any information you provide through our forms or communications shall not, by itself, establish an attorney-client relationship unless and until a formal engagement agreement is executed between you and Almerino & Co. While we strive to keep the information on the Site current and accurate, we make no representations or warranties as to the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content provided. The information should not be relied upon without seeking appropriate legal or professional advice tailored to your situation.

2. Eligibility. The Site is intended for users who are of legal age. All users who are minors in the jurisdiction in which they reside (generally under the age of 18) must have the permission of, and be directly supervised by, their parent or guardian to use the Site. If you are a minor, you must have your parent or guardian read and agree to these Terms prior to you using the Site.

3. Intellectual Property Rights. All materials on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, photographs, logos, trademarks, and other intellectual property, are owned by or licensed to Almerino & Co., and are protected under Republic Act No. 8293 or the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines and other applicable laws. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or use any of the Site’s content without prior written consent. Unauthorized use of any materials from the Site may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws, and may result in legal liability.

4. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability. All content on the Site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. Almerino & Co. makes no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the information. We shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Site.

5. Acceptable Use. You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations in the Philippines. You shall not attempt to interfere with the operation of the Site, transmit any malware or harmful code, collect data from other users, or misrepresent your identity when contacting or interacting with us. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Site for users who violate these Terms or misuse the Site in any way.

6. Third-Party Links. We may include links to third-party websites for your convenience. However, we are not responsible for the content or availability of these external sites and do not endorse or accept responsibility for their privacy practices or terms of use. Your interaction with such third-party sites is at your own risk, and you should review their terms independently.

7. Privacy. Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and process your personal information in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 or Republic Act No. 10173. By using the Site, you consent to our collection and handling of your data as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

8. Indemnification and Limitation of Liability. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Almerino & Co., its partners, associates, employees, agents, and representatives from any claims, demands, losses, costs, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use or misuse of the Site, violation of these Terms, or any negligent or wrongful conduct on your part. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Almerino & Co. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Site, and our total aggregate liability shall not exceed Five Hundred Pesos (₱500.00), regardless of the form of action, whether in contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise.

9. Governing Law and Venue. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the proper courts of Cebu City, to the exclusion of all other venues.

10. Changes to These Terms. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon its posting or publication on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after such modifications will constitute your acknowledgment and acceptance of any updated version of these Terms.