Welcome to Standard Unions, an online social network for business and work. By accessing or using our platform (“Standard Unions” or the “Website“), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Website.
1. Overview of Services
Standard Unions is a professional networking platform designed to facilitate business connections, foster professional relationships, and promote work-related opportunities. Our mission is to make business and professional networking more accessible and efficient. The platform enables users, including companies, respectable employees, trade workers, and unions, to create profiles, share work-related updates, and utilize the Poster Board feature for advertising and job postings.
Through our services, users can:
2. Eligibility and Account Requirements
2.1 Resume Submission: To maintain the integrity and prestige of our platform, all users are required to submit a resume during the account creation process. Each submission will undergo a review to determine eligibility. Standard Unions reserves the right to approve or deny applications at its sole discretion.
2.2 Age Requirement: Users must be at least 18 years old to access the Website and its services.
2.3 Account Information: Users must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration. You are responsible for updating your information as necessary to ensure its accuracy. Failure to provide accurate information may result in account suspension or termination.
2.4 Account Security: You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including your password. Notify Standard Unions immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.
3. Prohibited Conduct
To uphold the professional standards of Standard Unions, users must adhere to the following guidelines:
3.1 Content Restrictions:
3.2 Behavioral Expectations:
3.3 Compliance with Laws: Users must comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws while using the Website.
Violations of these rules may result in account suspension or permanent termination, at Standard Unions’ sole discretion.
4. User Responsibilities
4.1 Respectability: Users are expected to uphold the professional standards and reputation of the platform. This includes refraining from posting content or engaging in activities that undermine the platform’s purpose.
4.2 Content Ownership: Users retain ownership of the content they post but grant Standard Unions a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, distribute, and display such content as necessary to operate the platform.
4.3 Third-Party Rights: Users are responsible for ensuring that their content does not infringe upon the rights of any third parties, including intellectual property rights.
5. Payment Terms
5.1 Poster Board Advertising: The Poster Board feature allows users to post advertisements and job opportunities visible to other users. Payments for these advertisements are processed through Stripe. By using this feature, you agree to Stripe’s terms and conditions.
5.2 Fees and Refunds: All fees associated with the Poster Board or other paid services are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Standard Unions reserves the right to modify pricing at any time, with prior notice to users.
5.3 Taxes: Users are responsible for paying any applicable taxes associated with their transactions on the platform.
6. Data Collection and Privacy
6.1 Collected Data: Standard Unions collects the following information during registration:
6.2 Use of Data: The collected information is used solely for account verification and to maintain the integrity of the platform. Standard Unions does not sell or share user data with third parties for marketing purposes.
6.3 Privacy Practices: By using the Website, you agree to our data collection practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy. If you have concerns about your data, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
7. Termination of Accounts
7.1 Grounds for Termination: Standard Unions may suspend or terminate your account for:
7.2 Notification: In most cases, users will receive a warning prior to termination. However, Standard Unions reserves the right to terminate accounts without prior notice in cases of severe violations.
7.3 Effect of Termination: Upon termination, users lose access to their accounts and any associated content. Standard Unions is not obligated to retain or provide access to terminated accounts.
8. Intellectual Property
8.1 Platform Ownership: All content, features, and functionality of the Website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, are the property of Standard Unions or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
8.2 Limited License: Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for its intended purpose. Unauthorized use of the Website’s content is prohibited.
9. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law
9.1 Preferred Jurisdiction: Disputes arising from these Terms will first be addressed through direct communication with Standard Unions. If unresolved, disputes will be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
9.2 Legal Actions: Any legal actions or proceedings must be brought in the courts located in Massachusetts. Users consent to the jurisdiction of these courts.
10. Modifications to Terms
Standard Unions reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes via email or through notices on the Website. Continued use of the platform after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
11. Liability and Indemnity
11.1 Limitation of Liability Standard Unions and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with:
To the maximum extent permitted by law, our total liability to you for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the platform shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim or $100, whichever is greater.
11.2 Indemnity You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Standard Unions, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of or related to:
11.3 No Warranties The platform is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Standard Unions disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:
Users assume all risks associated with their use of the platform and are solely responsible for any outcomes or consequences
12. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at Daniel_Agami@standardunions.com. By signing up for or using Standard Unions, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.