Welcome to www.TheLucasOrganization.com
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of https://www.thelucasorganization.com ("Site"), which is owned and operated by The Lucas Organization, LLC ("Company"). This Site is a business platform. By accessing or using the Site, you indicate that you have read and understood these Terms and agree to abide by them at all times.
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1. Consent
By using our Site users agree that they consent to:
- The conditions set out in the Terms and Conditions; and
- The conditions set out in the Privacy Policy; and
- The collection, use, and retention of the data listed in the Privacy Policy.
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2. Use of the Site
2.1 Eligibility:
- You must be at least 18 years old to use the Site. By using the Site, you affirm that you meet this age requirement.
2.2 Permitted Use:
- The Site is intended for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
- Harass or mistreat other users of our Site.
- Violate the rights of other users of our Site.
- Violate the intellectual property rights of the Site owners or any third party.
- Use the Site in a manner that violates any local, state, federal, or international law.
- Hack into the account of another user.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site’s systems or user data.
- Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Site’s functionality.
- Act in any way that could be considered fraudulent.
- Post any material that may be deemed inappropriate or offensive.
2.3 Consequences of Misuse:
- If we believe you are using our Site illegally or in violation of these Terms, we reserve the right to limit, suspend, or terminate your access. We also reserve the right to take any legal steps necessary to prevent you from accessing our Site.
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3. Privacy and Data Collection
3.1 Privacy Policy:
- Your use of the Site is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
3.2 Third-Party Vendor:
- The Site uses third-party vendor DoorLoop for payment processing and tenant management services. By creating an account or making payments, you agree to DoorLoop’s Privacy Policy pertaining to but not excluding the storing of financial reports, applicant background checks, credit card/bank account information for lease payments and storing contact information for all Site visitors for website traffic analytics. Please see our third-party vendor’s Privacy Policy at https://www.doorloop.com/legal/privacy.
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4. Intellectual Property
4.1 Ownership:
- All content published on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, documents, downloadable files, and anything contributing to the composition of the Site, is the property of The Lucas Organization, LLC, and the Site’s creators.
4.2 Restrictions:
- You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any Site content without prior written consent.
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5. Accounts
5.1 Account Creation:
- When you create an account on our Site, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information
- Update your account information as necessary to ensure its accuracy.
- Our third-party vendor, DoorLoop’s Privacy Policy. Please see our third-party vendor’s Privacy Policy at https://www.doorloop.com/legal/privacy.
5.2 Account Security:
- You are solely responsible for the security of your account, including protecting your password and any sensitive information.
5.3 Termination of Accounts:
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we believe you are using the Site illegally or violating these Terms.
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6. Third-Party Links
6.1 External Sites:
- The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party website or service linked to on our Site. It is your responsibility to read their terms and conditions before using these sites.
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7. Limitation of Liability
7.1 Liability Disclaimer:
- The Lucas Organization, LLC and its directors, officers, agents, employees, subsidiaries, and affiliates are not liable for any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses, including legal fees, arising from your use of the Site or a Third-Party site.
7.2 Indemnity:
- Except where prohibited by law, by using this Site, you indemnify and hold harmless The Lucas Organization, LLC and its affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
7.3 "As-Is" Basis:
- The Site is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Site’s functionality, accuracy, or reliability.
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8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and applicable federal laws. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Massachusetts.
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9. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid under applicable laws, that provision will be deemed void and removed, and the remaining provisions will remain valid and enforceable.
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10. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our practices or comply with legal requirements. Updates will be posted on the Site with a revised "Effective Date." Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
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11. Legal Compliance
11.1 Federal and State Compliance:
- The Lucas Organization, LLC complies with all applicable federal and Massachusetts state laws, including but not limited to:
- Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act: Ensures transparency and fairness in all services provided on the Site.
- Federal Privacy Laws
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): For users interacting with the Site from the European Union.
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): For transparency and rights related to data for California residents.
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Prohibiting data collection from children under 13.
- Massachusetts Data Security Law (201 CMR 17.00): Implementing safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access and ensuring secure handling of sensitive information for Massachusetts residents.
- Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA): Governing the use of consumer information, including background checks.
11.2 Legal Authority Requests:
- We cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests, including disclosure of user information if required by law.
11.3 User Responsibility:
- By using the Site, users agree to abide by all local, state, and federal laws applicable to their use of the Site and its services. Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with these laws in connection with their activities on the Site.
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12. Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding the Terms & Conditions, you can contact the property management office at:
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Effective Date: 23rd day of October 2023