Terms of Use Introduction
Welcome to ObGyn Legal Consultants website, which is managed by Dr. Michael Swor and his staff of qualified medico-legal consultants. By using the ObGyn Legal Consultants website (www.sworcare.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (‘Terms’) which govern your access to the information, resources, and services provided by ObGyn Legal Consultants, including services, communications, and expert medical case review. We ask that you read these Terms carefully before continuing to our website, as they contain important legal disclaimers, user obligations, and limitations on liability. If you do not agree with any of these Terms, do not use this website or any services affiliated with it.
About ObGyn Legal Consultants
ObGyn Legal Consultants provides specialized medico-legal consulting services. Dr. G. Michael Swor, MD, MBA is a board-certified ObGyn experienced in legal case review and expert witness testimony. Services include expert review of OBGYN medical cases, expert witness advice and consultation for attorneys and insurers, and assistance with assembling additional consultants for multi-disciplinary review. We are located in Sarasota, Florida, and serve clients throughout the state of Florida and elsewhere, including attorneys, insurance carriers, health care providers, regulatory agencies, plaintiffs, and defendants. Our reputation for being accurate, honest, and quick to turn around work is what we have been built on. Content, resources, and services contained in this website are for professional use only in the field of medico-legal consulting.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or otherwise making use of the ObGyn Legal Consultants website, you represent and warrant that you are the legal age of majority and are competent to enter into binding agreements. By continuing to use the site, you agree to these Terms of Use as well as any other terms, policies, or guidelines referenced herein or made available elsewhere on the site. If you are using this website on behalf of an entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to legally bind said entity to these Terms.
Amendments to the Terms
ObGyn Legal Consultants may change, update, or revise these Terms of Use at any time without notice to you. Any changes will be effective immediately when posted on this page. You are responsible for periodically reviewing the Terms of Use for such changes. Your continued use of the Site after changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms of Use. If you do not agree to any amended Terms of Use, you must stop using the site.
Scope of Content
The materials, information, and content made available through this site have been developed solely for general informational and educational purposes concerning OBGYN medico-legal consulting. Although we attempt to keep accurate, up-to-date, and timely information, nothing contained on this site constitutes or is a substitute for legal, medical, professional, or other advice. The use of this site does not create a doctor-patient, attorney-client, or consultant-client relationship between you and ObGyn Legal Consultants (or Dr. Michael Swor). If you seek specific advice or services, you need to contact us directly and form a formal engagement agreement with us.
Your Responsibilities and Warranties
As a visitor to the ObGyn Legal Consultants site, you agree to:
- Use the site and resources for lawful purposes only
- Truthfully identify yourself and your professional credentials when requesting information or services
- Not submit false, deceptive, or defamatory inquiries or case information
- Not infringe upon the ownership or intellectual property rights of third parties or ObGyn Legal Consultants
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any restricted portions of the site, server, or data
- Not use the site to transmit computer viruses, Trojan horses, worms, unsolicited messages, spam, chain letters, or any other content that is threatening, harassing, violent, obscene, unlawful, or otherwise objectionable
Privacy and Security
ObGyn Legal Consultants respects your privacy and will protect any personally identifiable information or case information that you have submitted to us via the site. See our Privacy Policy for details regarding what information we collect, the use of such information, and our security procedures. We take reasonable care and use standard industry practices to protect any information that you submit to this site. Any electronic communication or electronic transmission over the internet is never guaranteed to be secure. By using this site, you agree to assume all risks associated with the transmission of data from this site or to it, and further agree not to hold ObGyn Legal Consultants responsible for any data breach or unauthorized access that is beyond our reasonable control.
Intellectual Property Rights
All of the content available on the ObGyn Legal Consultant website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, and software (collectively, the “ObGyn Legal Consultants Content”), is the property of ObGyn Legal Consultants or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Through use of this website, you may access and download content solely for your own personal use and provided that you include in any downloaded copy all proprietary notices contained in the original content. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, transmit, publish, license, create derivative works from, sell, or otherwise exploit the website materials for commercial purposes without the written consent of ObGyn Legal Consultants. Any unauthorized use of our intellectual property may give rise to a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offence.
Permitted and Prohibited Uses
Permitted uses of this website include researching the services of ObGyn Legal Consultants, requesting inquiry forms, and downloading information to be reviewed personally or professionally. Prohibited uses of this website include:
- The copying, scraping, or harvesting of website content for commercial or profit purposes
- The use of automated bots or computer scripts to access the site and/or interfere with its functionality
- Reverse-engineering, reverse-compiling, or attempting to discern or otherwise access the source code to this website
- Impersonating an ObGyn Legal Consultants employee or entity
- Posting or transmitting unsanctioned advertisements or promotional material
Links to Other Sites and Resources
Disclaimer: For your convenience, hyperlinks may be provided to sites, resources, and/or services not under the control of ObGyn Legal Consultants. No representation is made as to the content, security, or practices of such third-party providers, and no responsibility or liability for them is assumed. Third-party websites are accessed at your own risk and their terms and privacy policies will apply to you. Links do not constitute endorsement or other affiliation by us, unless otherwise expressly stated.
Disclaimers; No Liability
All information, products, and services are provided on an “as is” and “as-available” basis without warranty of any kind. To the full extent permitted by law, ObGyn Legal Consultants and Dr. Michael Swor make no express or implied warranties or representations, including regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, non-infringement, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. In no event shall ObGyn Legal Consultants, Dr. Michael Swor, or any other affiliated parties be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, punitive, or other damages whatsoever arising out of or related to your use (or inability to use) the website and/or services and/or content, even if you are advised of the possibility of such damages. Your sole action for dissatisfaction with the website is to cease all uses of the website.
Not Medical or Legal Advice
The materials and information on this website are made available by the Haik Law Firm for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal or medical advice. No information contained in the site creates or constitutes a doctor-patient relationship, nor is it intended as a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not construe any material contained in the site as legal or medical advice to you, and should consult with your physician or attorney if you seek such advice. No action should be taken in reliance on the information contained in this site.
Engagement for Professional Services
ObGyn Legal Consultants, or Dr. Michael Swor, will conduct professional services only under an express engagement letter, which may be in the form of a two-hour advance fee to review your case. Additional fees may be charged for longer consults, medical record reviews, specialty advice, or travel. No inquiry submitted via this site is intended to evidence acceptance of your case or provision of services. Any engagement is at the sole discretion of ObGyn Legal Consultants based on conflict check, receipt of requested materials, and execution of a written engagement letter. Any provision of professional services will be governed entirely by said agreement, which will supersede these terms during the time of engagement.
Network of Consultants; Third Party Experts
ObGyn Legal Consultants can arrange additional expertise for complex or multi-disciplinary matters. Where your issue involves aspects beyond Dr. Swor’s core knowledge, we may recommend or arrange for engagement of additional consultants. We refer only to those we find credible, reliable, and decent practitioners, but ObGyn Legal Consultants is not responsible for the acts or omissions, advice, or results of any such third-party consultants who become retained separately. Any engagement will be separately subject to applicable terms and agreements with them.
User Contributions and Interactive Features
Any information, question, or case material you transmit to the ObGyn Legal Consultants website or via email ([email protected]), telephone (941-330-8885 / 941-302-3604), or facsimile (941-906-8774) will be assumed to be non-confidential and that you have legal rights to such information or inquiry, free of any confidential patient material unless requested via a confidential method. You are solely responsible for the content, legality, and ownership of such submissions. By sending information to us, you grant ObGyn Legal Consultants a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, publish, or otherwise distribute the information and materials for purposes of evaluating and potentially providing consulting services. ObGyn Legal Consultants may at its discretion refuse, delete, or otherwise act upon submissions which may violate these Terms and Conditions or applicable law.
Confidentiality and Ethics
With respect to all professional services rendered, ObGyn Legal Consultants strives to uphold a high standard of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical considerations. Communications submitted through the public website, email, or other means may not be confidential or protected matters defined by privileges unless or until an engagement agreement is formally entered into. Please do not send highly sensitive, privileged, proprietary, or identifying patient information in your initial contact. Once we are formally engaged as counsel, we will govern our handling of case details under applicable law, ethics regulations, and our own internal confidentiality and privacy policies.
Payment Terms and Billing Practices
The majority of case reviews with ObGyn Legal Consultants require a two-hour advance retainer, payable at the time of engagement. Incremental fees may be charged higher if reviews are lengthy, necessitate travel, or use of outside consultants. We will accept payment by check, wire transfer, as well as all major credit cards. Itemized billing statements will be provided upon request. Failure to pay agreed fees in a timely manner may result in suspension or termination of services. Refund policies, if applicable, will be noted in your individual engagement agreement. All fees are due and payable in US dollars unless otherwise agreed to in writing.
Jurisdiction, Choice of Law, Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, notwithstanding its conflict of law provisions. By using this website, you agree that the sole and exclusive jurisdiction and venue for resolving any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use, your use of this website, or any related matters shall be in the state or federal courts located in Sarasota County, Florida. You consent to the exclusive personal jurisdiction and venue in such courts. Before initiating any legal proceedings, you agree to first attempt in good faith to resolve any dispute informally by contacting ObGyn Legal Consultants directly.
Indemnification
Contractor client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold ObGyn Legal Consultants, Dr. Michael Swor, its affiliates, and its agents harmless from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) resulting from the use of the website, a breach of these Terms, or as a result of infringement or violation of any third party’s intellectual property or other rights, acts or omissions, or any unlawful or improper activity by or in connection with the use of the website.
Termination and Suspension
ObGyn Legal Consultants may, at its sole discretion, and at any time, terminate or suspend your access to the website or any portion thereof (or any related service) for any reason, including, but not limited to, breach of these Terms, suspected fraudulent conduct, or SEALLC’s desire to comply with any applicable law. Termination shall not affect any provision of these Terms that by their nature survive termination, including, but not limited to, disclaimers, limitation of liability, ownership, proprietary rights, and indemnification.
Access and Availability of Site
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the ObGyn Legal Consultants website is functional and available for all to use, but we do not guarantee continuous access or freedom from error, defect, or interruption. ObGyn Legal Consultants disclaims any liability for website downtime against our efforts to provide continuous service. It will be understood that website operations may be suspended, restricted, or terminated for maintenance, updates, or technical difficulties at any time with or without notice. Further, ObGyn Legal Consultants is not liable in any way to you or others for damages suffered due to downtime or inaccessibility of any kind.
Children; Minors
This site is meant for the use of adults and professionals in the medicolegal field. Use of this site and presentation of information to this site is explicitly prohibited to persons under the age of 18 unless there is direct involvement and supervision by a parent, guardian, or authorized professional. ObGyn Legal Consultants does not knowingly request or accept personally identifying information from minors. If you are aware that any person who may have supplied any information to us is under the age of 18, please contact us at once so that we may take whatever action is appropriate to protect the interests of all concerned.
International Use and Distribution
ObGyn Legal Consultants has a headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, US and serves primarily a US clientele. However, our site may be accessed from another country. You assume all responsibility for and comply with all applicable local laws, ordinances, or other requirements in your country of origin regarding your use of our site. If you are using our site from outside of the US, then your use of our site is at your own risk and you are solely responsible for compliance with all relevant laws in the country in which you reside or use this site.
Severability; Waiver
In the event that any provision of these Terms of Use shall be void or unenforceable, in whole or in part, by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be deemed severed and shall not affect in any way the enforceability of the remaining Terms of Use. No waiver by either party of any breach of or default under these Terms of Use shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach or default.
Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, and any policies or guidelines appearing on the website, constitute the entire agreement between you and ObGyn Legal Consultants concerning the use of the website. These Terms shall supersede all prior agreements, written representations, and understandings that may have been made prior to or contemporaneous with these Terms. Any specific engagement agreement for professional services will control over these Terms of Use where applicable.
Contact and Notices
Inquiries regarding these Terms of Use, your rights and obligations, and/or to report violations may be made to ObGyn Legal Consultants via the following contact methods: Mail, 1617 South Tuttle Avenue #1 Sarasota, Florida 34239; Phone, 941-330-8885; Fax, 941-906-8774; cell 941-302-3604; Email [email protected]; Website www.sworcare.com. Any notices or other legal communications should be addressed as set forth above. We will respond to any inquiries in a prompt and professional manner.
Acknowledgments and Acceptance
By the act of accessing or using the ObGyn Legal Consultants website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accept the Terms of Use in their entirety and that you will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations, as well as the policies, practices, and guidelines set forth herein. Your use of this website constitutes your agreement to these Terms as well as our Privacy Policy, any other policy statements contained on this website, and possibly other statements and policies which are expressly incorporated into this agreement. If you do not accept all of these Terms, your only remedy is to cease access or use of this website.
Change and Update of Terms of Use and Policy
ObGyn Legal Consultants may revise these Terms of Use periodically to reflect changes in our business practices, services, or governing law. The current version of these Terms will always be available on this page and will show the date it was last revised. We encourage you to revisit this page frequently to keep yourself up to date regarding your rights and obligations. Your continued usage of the website after any changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the new Terms of Use.
Call to Action and Further Assistance
If you require OBGYN case review, consultation, or expert witness services, you are invited to reach out to Dr. Michael Swor and the professional team at ObGyn Legal Consultants. You may contact us at (941-330-8885 or 941-302-3604) or via email at [email protected] to discuss your case and arrange for a timely, informed, thorough, and professional review. Engagement will be governed by these Terms of Use and the terms of any subsequent professional agreement. We are committed to assisting you with integrity, reliability, and efficiency.