Welcome to GDNewswire. By submitting a request for our free press release service or using our website, you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.
1. Services Offered
GDNewswire offers two types of services:
- Free Press Release Service: We provide a complimentary press release written, approved by you, and distributed to AP News and select partner outlets at no cost. This is a sample of our service with no obligation to purchase additional services.
- Premium Distribution Packages: Optional paid services that distribute your press release to additional premium outlets including Yahoo Finance, Business Insider, Law360, Above the Law, Bloomberg Law, and others.
2. Eligibility
Our services are intended for law firms and legal professionals. By using our service, you confirm that:
- You are at least 18 years of age
- You are authorized to represent the law firm or entity on whose behalf you are submitting information
- All information you provide is accurate, truthful, and not misleading
3. The Free Press Release Offer
When you claim your free press release:
- We will write a press release based on the information you provide about your firm's recent win, milestone, or newsworthy event
- You will have the opportunity to review and approve the press release before it is published
- We will distribute the approved release to AP News and partner outlets at no cost to you
- There is no obligation to purchase any additional services
- We reserve the right to decline requests that do not meet editorial standards or are not newsworthy
4. Content Guidelines and Accuracy
You agree that all information you provide to us:
- Is accurate and factual to the best of your knowledge
- Does not violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
- Does not contain defamatory, misleading, or fraudulent statements
- Complies with applicable advertising and legal ethics rules in your jurisdiction
You are solely responsible for ensuring that your press release complies with all legal and ethical rules governing attorney advertising in your jurisdiction. GDNewswire does not provide legal advice and is not responsible for compliance with bar association rules or state advertising regulations.
5. Approval Process
Before distribution, you will receive a draft of your press release for review. By approving the release, you:
- Confirm that all statements are accurate and compliant with applicable rules
- Authorize us to distribute the release on your behalf
- Acknowledge that once published, the release may appear on third-party news sites and cannot be fully retracted
6. No Guaranteed Results
While we distribute your press release to reputable outlets, we do not guarantee:
- Specific placement, visibility, or ranking on any outlet
- That your release will generate leads, clients, or any particular business outcome
- Permanent availability of the published content (third-party sites may remove or archive content at their discretion)
Results may vary. Press release distribution is a marketing tool and does not guarantee any specific outcome.
7. Intellectual Property
Once you approve your press release:
- You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to distribute and publish the content
- You retain ownership of your firm's trademarks, logos, and proprietary information
- GDNewswire retains ownership of our branding, website design, and proprietary processes
8. Premium Services and Payment
If you choose to purchase a premium distribution package:
- Pricing and terms will be clearly outlined before purchase
- Payment is due before distribution begins
- All sales are final unless otherwise specified in your agreement
- Refund policies, if applicable, will be stated at the time of purchase
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- GDNewswire is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services
- Our total liability for any claim related to our services is limited to the amount you paid us (if any) for the specific service in question
- We are not responsible for third-party site content, policies, or practices
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold GDNewswire harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms
- Any inaccurate, misleading, or unlawful content you provide
- Your violation of any third-party rights or applicable laws
11. Advertising Disclaimer
We advertise our services on platforms including Reddit and Meta (Facebook/Instagram). When you click on our ads:
- You may be tracked by the advertising platform's cookies or pixels
- The platform may use this data to measure ad performance and show you relevant ads
- These platforms' data practices are governed by their own privacy policies
We do not control third-party advertising platforms. Please review Reddit's Privacy Policy and Meta's Privacy Policy for more information.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to refuse service or terminate your access to our services at any time, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms or provided false or misleading information.
13. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
14. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services will be resolved through binding arbitration in Miami, Florida, or in the courts of Miami-Dade County, Florida if arbitration is not applicable.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and GDNewswire regarding your use of our services.
17. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
GDNewswire
Email: contact@gdnewswire.com