Terms of Use
Last updated: 2/22/26
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of the websites operated by Hinders, Updegraff & Franklin, P.L.C. (“we,” “us,” “our”):
By accessing or using our websites, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the sites.
1. No legal advice; no attorney‑client relationship
The information on our websites is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. You should not act or refrain from acting based on any information on these sites without seeking appropriate legal or other professional advice regarding your specific situation.
Your use of the websites, including sending us a message through a contact form or by email, does not create an attorney‑client relationship between you and Hinders, Updegraff & Franklin, P.L.C. An attorney‑client relationship is formed only after we have confirmed that we do not have a conflict of interest and have agreed in writing to represent you.
Do not send confidential or sensitive information through the websites or by email unless and until we have established an attorney‑client relationship.
2. No guarantees or warranties
We make reasonable efforts to update information on our websites, but we do not guarantee that the content is complete, accurate, or current. The sites and all information, content, and materials are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non‑infringement.
Your use of the websites is at your own risk. We do not warrant that the sites will be uninterrupted or error‑free, or that the sites or the servers that make them available are free of viruses or other harmful components.
3. Intellectual property
Unless otherwise indicated, all content on our websites—including text, graphics, logos, images, and other materials—is owned by or licensed to Hinders, Updegraff & Franklin, P.L.C. and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may view and download a single copy of materials on the sites for your personal, non‑commercial use only, provided you do not remove any copyright or other proprietary notices.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, or otherwise use any content from the sites for any commercial purpose without our prior written permission.
4. Acceptable use
You agree to use the websites only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
Use the sites in any way that violates any applicable law or regulation.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the sites or any server, database, or network connected to the sites.
Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful material.
Use the sites to send unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional material, or spam.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the sites if we believe you have violated these Terms.
5. Third‑party websites and links
Our websites may contain links to third‑party websites or resources. These links are provided for convenience only, and we do not control or endorse the content or practices of any third‑party sites. We are not responsible for any content, products, services, or information on third‑party sites, or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.
6. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hinders, Updegraff & Franklin, P.L.C., its attorneys, employees, and agents will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use our websites or any information on them, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
If you are dissatisfied with any portion of the sites or with any of these Terms, your sole and exclusive remedy is to discontinue using the sites.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hinders, Updegraff & Franklin, P.L.C. and its attorneys, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the websites or your violation of these Terms or any applicable law.
8. Privacy
Your use of the websites is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect information. By using the sites, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.
9. Governing law
These Terms and any dispute arising out of or related to your use of the websites shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Iowa, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
10. Changes to these Terms
We may update or change these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the websites after any changes are posted means you accept the revised Terms.
11. Contact us
If you have questions about these Terms or the websites, please contact:
Hinders, Updegraff & Franklin, P.L.C.
1104 Sunset Drive
Norwalk, Iowa 50211
Email: office@hinderslaw.com
Phone: 515‑981‑7044