1. Scope and Acceptance
These Terms of Use govern access to and use of
independentedition.com and the content, materials and
services made available through the website.
By accessing or using this website, visitors agree to use it in accordance
with these Terms of Use and applicable law.
If a visitor does not agree with these terms, they should discontinue use
of the website.
2. Website Operator
This website is legally operated by:
Quick Reflexes, S.L.P.
Spanish Tax Identification Number (NIF): B-88509450
Registered Office
C/ Austria 11
28943 Fuenlabrada (Madrid)
Spain
Commercial Registry
Registered with the Commercial Registry of Madrid, Volume 39747, Folio 145,
Sheet M-706245, Entry 1.
Email:
contact@ralph-larson.com
Additional information concerning the website operator is available in the
Legal Notice.
3. About Independent Edition
Independent Edition is an independent international
publishing initiative devoted to the exploration of law, society and human
experience through legal and social analysis, introspective narrative and
related editorial work.
The website may publish essays, analysis, commentary, narratives, research,
opinion and other original editorial materials.
Independent Edition constitutes an editorial identity and publication
operated by Quick Reflexes, S.L.P.
4. Authorship and Editorial Content
Works published by Independent Edition are attributed to the author or
authorial identity identified in each publication.
Ralph Larson is an authorial entity used in connection with
certain works and editorial projects. References to Ralph Larson constitute
an attribution of authorship or authorial identity and do not identify the
legal operator, owner or representative of this website.
Editorial works may contain analysis, interpretation, commentary, opinion,
literary expression or other forms of intellectual and creative work.
Unless expressly indicated otherwise, views and interpretations expressed
in individual publications should be understood in the context of the
authorship attributed to the relevant work.
5. Informational and Editorial Purpose
Content published on Independent Edition is provided for informational,
educational, cultural, research and editorial purposes.
Although publications may address legal, institutional, economic, social,
technological or other professional subjects, their publication does not
create a professional, advisory, fiduciary or client relationship between
the visitor and Quick Reflexes, S.L.P., Independent Edition or the authorship
attributed to a particular work.
Nothing published on this website constitutes legal, financial, investment,
tax or other professional advice unless expressly stated otherwise.
Visitors should obtain appropriate professional advice before making
decisions based on circumstances requiring individual assessment.
6. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, the texts, essays, narratives, articles, research
materials, graphics, photographs, illustrations, logos, visual elements,
design and other original materials made available through Independent
Edition are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
Access to the website does not transfer or grant ownership of any
intellectual property rights to visitors.
Content may not be reproduced, distributed, modified, republished, publicly
communicated, commercially exploited or otherwise used beyond what is
permitted by applicable law without the prior authorization of the relevant
rights holder.
Reasonable quotation, reference, citation and other uses permitted by
applicable intellectual property law remain unaffected.
7. Authorial and Editorial Identifiers
The names Independent Edition,
Ralph Larson and associated names, marks, visual identities
or editorial identifiers may be used in connection with publications,
authorship and editorial projects appearing on this website.
No provision of these Terms of Use authorizes visitors to use such
identifiers in a manner that falsely suggests authorship, sponsorship,
endorsement, affiliation or association.
8. Permitted Use
Visitors may access and use Independent Edition for lawful personal,
informational, educational and research purposes.
Visitors shall respect applicable law, intellectual property rights and the
technical integrity of the website.
9. Prohibited Conduct
Visitors shall not:
- Use the website for unlawful, fraudulent or abusive purposes.
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website, its administration
systems, servers or related infrastructure. - Introduce malicious code, malware or other technologies intended to damage
or interfere with the website. - Deliberately disrupt, overload or compromise the availability, integrity
or security of the website. - Misrepresent the origin, authorship or attribution of content published
through Independent Edition. - Use protected content in violation of applicable intellectual property
law.
10. External Links and Third-Party Content
Independent Edition may contain links to third-party websites, publications
or resources for informational, editorial, research or reference purposes.
The inclusion of a link does not necessarily imply endorsement, sponsorship
or approval of the third party or its views, products or services.
Quick Reflexes, S.L.P. does not control third-party websites and is not
responsible for their availability, content, security, accuracy or privacy
practices, except where responsibility cannot lawfully be excluded.
11. Availability and Changes
Reasonable efforts may be made to maintain the availability and proper
operation of Independent Edition. However, uninterrupted or error-free
availability cannot be guaranteed.
Content may be corrected, updated, expanded, reorganised or removed when
appropriate.
Quick Reflexes, S.L.P. may modify, suspend or discontinue parts of the
website where reasonably necessary for editorial, technical, security,
operational or legal reasons.
12. Accuracy and Limitation of Liability
Reasonable efforts are made to ensure that published information is accurate
and appropriately maintained. Nevertheless, editorial, analytical and
research materials may necessarily involve interpretation, uncertainty or
subsequent developments.
No guarantee is given as to the completeness, accuracy, currency or
suitability of any content for a visitor’s particular circumstances.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, Quick Reflexes, S.L.P. shall not
be liable for losses arising solely from reliance on general informational
or editorial content published on the website, without prejudice to any
liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.
13. Privacy and Cookies
Personal data processed through Independent Edition is governed by the
Privacy Policy.
Information concerning cookies and similar technologies, including consent
preferences, is available in the
Cookie Policy.
14. Changes to These Terms
These Terms of Use may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in
the website, its editorial activities, applicable law or operational
requirements.
The version published on Independent Edition shall constitute the current
Terms of Use at any given time.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use and the use of Independent Edition are governed by
applicable Spanish law.
Any dispute arising from access to or use of the website shall be subject
to the jurisdiction of the competent Spanish courts, without prejudice to
any mandatory rules concerning applicable law, consumer protection or
jurisdiction that may apply.
16. Contact
For questions concerning these Terms of Use, please contact:
Quick Reflexes, S.L.P.
C/ Austria 11
28943 Fuenlabrada (Madrid)
Spain