Terms of Service & Conditions of Use for Clauson Disability

Last Updated: May 26, 2025

Please read this agreement carefully before accessing or using our website, services, or contacting us using the information provided on the website. By accessing or using the site (https://www.clausondisability.com), submitting information through any form on the website, or engaging with any services provided by Clauson Disability (“Clauson Disability,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service & Conditions of Use (“Agreement”), our Privacy Policy, and any additional policies, guidelines, or terms incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to this Agreement, please do not access or use the site.

1. Introduction and Acceptance

  1. This Agreement governs your use of the Site and all associated informational content or support services offered by Clauson Disability, a national advocacy organization that helps individuals navigate the Social Security Disability (SSDI/SSI) process. Clauson Disability is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal representation.
  2. By using the Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement, including any future updates or changes posted without specific notice.

2. Description of Services

  1. Nature of the Service: The Site provides general information about Social Security Disability benefits and connects users with advocacy support and administrative assistance. Clauson Disability offers non-legal services designed to help users understand and manage the disability claims process.
  2. No Legal Advice: The content on this Site is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. Clauson Disability is not a law firm and does not offer legal representation or advice.
  3. Referral Services: We operate solely as a marketing platform. Participating professionals pay for lead generation services. Your use of our service is solely for your benefit, and any business or legal decisions you make after being connected with a professional are entirely your responsibility.

3. User Eligibility and Registration

  1. You represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into this Agreement.
  2. If you register or create an account on the Site, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information, and to update such information as necessary.
  3. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials or information you submit and for all activities that occur under your name or contact information.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

  1. Ownership: All content, materials, trademarks, logos, graphics, text, and data on the Site (collectively, “Content”) are owned by or licensed to Clauson Disability and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
  2. Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for your personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use of the Content, including reproduction, modification, distribution, or republication, is strictly prohibited without our prior written consent.
  3. User-Generated Content: By submitting or posting any content on the Site (such as comments, reviews, or feedback), you grant Clauson Disability a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, distribute, modify, and display such content. You represent that you have the necessary rights to grant such a license and that your content does not infringe the rights of any third party.

5. Restrictions on Use

  1. You agree not to:
    1. Use the Site for any unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent purpose;
    2. Attempt to harvest or collect personal information about other users without their consent;
    3. Engage in any activity that could harm, disable, overburden, or impair the functionality of the Site;
    4. Modify, copy, distribute, or create derivative works of any part of the Content without our express written permission;
    5. Use any automated means (e.g., robots, spiders, or data mining tools) to access the Site without our prior written approval.
  2. Unauthorized use or violation of these restrictions may result in the immediate termination of your access to the Site and may subject you to legal action.

6. No Legal Advice and No Attorney-Client Relationship

  1. The information on this Site is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice or a substitute for legal counsel.
  2. Clauson Disability is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, legal services, or attorney referrals. Nothing on the Site should be construed as creating an attorney-client relationship.
  3. If you require legal advice, you should consult directly with a licensed attorney who can evaluate your specific circumstances. Use of this Site or communication through it does not establish a legal relationship of any kind.

7. Consent to Communications and Marketing

  1. By submitting your information on the Site or otherwise opting in, you expressly consent to be contacted by Clauson Disability via phone calls, emails, and SMS/text messages, including those sent using an automatic telephone dialing system or other technology. These messages may include updates, alerts, appointment reminders, status notifications, and other information related to your case or inquiry. Messaging frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply.
  2. Your consent to receive autodialed or automated marketing text messages is not required as a condition of using our services or receiving information. You may still use our services without agreeing to receive such communications.
  3. To opt out of SMS communications at any time, reply with the single-word command STOP to 984-253-1999. You will receive a one-time confirmation message. For additional support, you may reply with the keyword HELP or email us at info@clausondisability.com.
  4. Clauson Disability does not share information collected through its short code SMS program, including mobile data, with any third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
  5. You are responsible for any charges imposed by your mobile carrier as a result of these communications.
  6. We reserve the right to change the phone number or shortcode used to send messages. You acknowledge that any messages sent to a changed number or shortcode may not be received, and we are not responsible for honoring requests made to outdated contact numbers.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

  1. Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.
  2. By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described in our Privacy Policy, including our use of cookies, analytics tools, and communication technologies.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

  1. The Site is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
  2. Clauson Disability disclaims all warranties, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and accuracy.
  3. We do not warrant that the Site will operate uninterrupted or error-free, or that it will be free from viruses or other harmful components.
  4. Submission of your information does not guarantee that you will be contacted, that your case will be accepted, or that you will qualify for advocacy or support services. Clauson Disability is not responsible for legal outcomes, and we do not guarantee benefit approval or success in any claim.

10. Limitation of Liability

  1. In no event shall Clauson Disability, its affiliates, or their respective officers, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site—even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
  2. This limitation applies regardless of the form of action, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise.
  3. Use of our Site and services is also subject to the disclaimers included herein. By accepting these terms and conditions, you acknowledge that you have read and understood all disclaimers and agree to be bound by them.

11. Indemnification

  1. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Clauson Disability and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your violation of this Agreement, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

  1. The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Clauson Disability.
  2. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
  3. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk, and you should review the applicable terms and privacy policies before disclosing any personal information to them.

13. Modifications and Termination

  1. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Site or this Agreement at any time without prior notice.
  2. Any modifications to this Agreement will be effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Agreement.
  3. We may terminate or restrict your access to the Site at our sole discretion if you violate any of these terms, without liability to you.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

  1. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
  2. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association.
  3. The arbitration shall take place in Durham, North Carolina, unless otherwise mutually agreed upon. Judgment on any arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

15. Class Action Waiver and Individual Remedies

  1. You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class action, consolidated action, or representative action.
  2. You waive your right to participate in any class, consolidated, or representative actions against Clauson Disability.

16. DMCA Takedown Notice

If you believe that any content on this Site infringes your copyright, you may submit a notification pursuant to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) by providing our designated agent with the following information in writing:

  1. A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed;
  2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed;
  3. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled, and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material;
  4. Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact the complaining party (e.g., address, telephone number, and email address);
  5. A statement that the complaining party has a good-faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law;
  6. A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that the complaining party is authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.

Please send your DMCA notice to:

Clauson Disability
DMCA Agent
5306 NC HWY 55, Suite 101,
Durham, NC 27713
Email: info@clausondisability.com
Subject: DMCA Takedown Notice

17. Miscellaneous

  1. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
  2. Assignment: We may assign or transfer our rights under this Agreement without notice to you. You may not assign or transfer your rights without our express prior written consent.
  3. Entire Agreement: This Agreement, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Clauson Disability regarding your use of the Site.
  4. Waiver: Failure by Clauson Disability to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of future enforcement of that or any other provision.

By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service & Conditions of Use. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, please contact us at info@clausondisability.com.

Disclaimer: This website is intended to provide general information about Clauson Disability and the services we offer. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice, legal services, or legal representation. Viewing this website, submitting an inquiry, or communicating with us through this site does not create a professional relationship. Any referrals to third-party legal providers are offered as a courtesy and are not endorsements. Prior results are not guarantees of future outcomes.