Terms of Use
WEBSITE TERMS OF USE
Effective Date: August 24, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Organization's website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not use the website.
2. Permitted Use
Users may access the website solely for lawful purposes, including:
- Membership-related activities
- Event registration
- Educational and informational purposes
- Purchasing products or services offered by the Organization
Users shall not:
- Violate any applicable law
- Attempt unauthorized access to systems
- Interfere with website functionality
- Upload malicious software
- Use the website to transmit fraudulent or unlawful content
3. User Accounts
Users are responsible for maintaining:
- Account confidentiality
- Password security
- Accuracy of registration information
Users must promptly report unauthorized account use.
4. Payment Transactions
Payments made through the website are subject to the Organization's refund policies.
All payment transactions are processed using approved payment processing systems designed to protect payment card information. The Organization does not request that users transmit sensitive payment information through unsecured email or other unapproved channels.
5. Event Registrations and Refunds
Registration Cancellation
Unless otherwise stated for a specific event:
- Cancellations received 30 or more days before an event may receive a full refund less administrative fees.
- Cancellations received 14 to 29 days before an event may receive a partial refund.
- Cancellations made fewer than 14 days before an event are generally non-refundable.
Substitutions
Registrant substitutions may be permitted at the Organization's discretion.
Event Cancellation
If the Organization cancels an event, registrants may receive:
- A full refund, or
- A credit toward a future event.
The Organization is not responsible for travel, lodging, or incidental expenses unless expressly stated otherwise.
6. Intellectual Property
All website content, including:
- Text
- Graphics
- Logos
- Publications
- Training materials
- Photographs
is owned by or licensed to the Organization and may not be reproduced without written permission.
7. Links to Third-Party Websites
The website may contain links to third-party websites.
The Organization is not responsible for external websites, their content, or their privacy practices.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available."
The Organization makes no warranties regarding:
- Accuracy
- Completeness
- Availability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
to the fullest extent permitted by law.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Organization shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from use of the website or services.
10. Security
Users shall not attempt to:
- Circumvent security measures
- Access restricted systems
- Interfere with payment processing systems
- Compromise cardholder data
Suspected security incidents may be investigated and referred to appropriate authorities.
11. Changes to Terms
The Organization reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Updated versions will be posted on the website with a revised effective date.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Missouri, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
13. Contact Information
Questions concerning these Terms of Use should be directed to:
Organization Name: NALS of Greater St. Louis
Address: c/o Thompson Coburn, LLP
Attention: Rebecca Hedrick
One US Bank Pl.
St. Louis, MO 63101
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (314) 552-6000
Board Policy Statement: The Organization is committed to safeguarding member information, protecting cardholder data, utilizing PCI DSS-aligned payment security practices, and maintaining transparent, responsible use of personal information.
