Legal Disclaimer & Content Usage Policy

1. Intellectual Property & Content Ownership

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, videos, graphics, logos, documents, downloadable files, data compilations, and other media, is either the property of Local 21, used under license, or included with explicit permission from third-party content providers. All original content is protected under copyright, trademark, and other applicable intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, modify, republish, distribute, display, perform, transmit, license, sell, create derivative works from, or exploit any content from this website without prior written consent from Local 21. Any unauthorized use of website content may result in legal action.

Some images, videos, or other media used on this website may be licensed from third parties. These materials remain the intellectual property of their respective owners, and their use on this website does not grant users any right to use, distribute, or modify them.

2. Informational & Entertainment Purposes Only – No Legal or Investment Advice

The content on this website is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. While we strive to ensure accuracy, completeness, and relevance, we make no warranties or representations regarding the reliability, accuracy, or completeness of the content.

  • Nothing on this website constitutes legal, financial, investment, or professional advice.
  • The website does not provide tax, financial planning, or investment guidance.
  • The information provided should not be relied upon for making financial, legal, or employment decisions.
  • Users should consult a qualified attorney, licensed financial advisor, or other professionals before making any decisions based on content found on this website.

Local 21, the ILWU, website administrators, and affiliated parties assume no responsibility for any decisions, losses, or consequences resulting from reliance on this website’s content.

3. Limitation of Liability & Assumption of Risk

By accessing and using this website, you acknowledge and agree that Local 21, the ILWU, website administrators, officers, employees, affiliates, and content providers shall not be held liable for:

  • Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in website content.
  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages resulting from the use or inability to use this website.
  • Any financial, investment, or legal decisions made based on information found on this site.
  • Any technical issues, including but not limited to website downtime, security breaches, viruses, or malware.
  • Any claims arising from user reliance on third-party content, advertisements, or links provided on this site.

Users assume full responsibility and risk when using the website. If you disagree with any part of this disclaimer, you must immediately discontinue use of the website.

4. User Conduct & Responsibilities

Users agree to use this website in a lawful, ethical, and respectful manner. You may not use this website for any of the following purposes:

  • Engaging in fraudulent, misleading, or harmful activities.
  • Uploading, posting, or sharing any unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or abusive material.
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to restricted areas of the website or its servers.
  • Distributing malware, viruses, or other harmful software.
  • Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation with Local 21 or the ILWU.

Any user engaging in these prohibited activities may be subject to legal action and permanent restriction from accessing the website.

5. External Links & Third-Party Content

This website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Local 21 or the ILWU. These links are provided for convenience only, and we do not endorse, monitor, or assume responsibility for the accuracy, reliability, legality, or security of any external websites.

  • Use of third-party websites is at your own risk.
  • We do not guarantee that third-party websites comply with privacy laws or security standards.
  • We assume no liability for any transactions, interactions, or data breaches occurring on third-party sites.

Users should review the terms and privacy policies of external websites before using them.

6. Privacy, Data Collection & Analytics

Local 21 respects the privacy of website visitors. However, by accessing this website, you acknowledge that:

  • Some data may be collected (e.g., IP addresses, cookies, user preferences) to improve user experience.
  • We do not sell, trade, or misuse user data.
  • Data shared via third-party links (e.g., Google Drive, external forms) is subject to third-party privacy policies.

Use of Independent Analytics

We incorporate Independent Analytics (https://independentwp.com/) for tracking website usage and performance.

By using this website, you consent to the collection of anonymous analytical data via Independent Analytics.

Use of Forminator Forms

We use Forminator Forms (https://wpmudev.com/project/forminator-pro/) to facilitate contact forms, surveys, polls, and other interactive elements on this website.

  • Forminator Forms allows users to submit data for inquiries, feedback, and other interactions.
  • Users should never submit sensitive data through our forms, including but not limited to:
    • Health information
    • Credit card numbers
    • Social Security numbers
    • Other personally identifiable financial information
  • We have taken reasonable security precautions to protect submitted data. However, we cannot guarantee that data stored in this site’s database is 100% safe from hacking, cyberattacks, or intrusive malware. Users should take precautions when submitting information online.

For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy (if applicable).

7. No Warranties or Guarantees

This website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not warrant that the website will be:

  • Uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
  • Free from viruses, malware, or cyber threats.
  • Compatible with all devices, browsers, or software.

8. Modifications & Updates

We reserve the right to modify, update, or discontinue any part of this website, including this disclaimer, at any time without notice.

9. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Washington State, United States.

10. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you confirm that you:
✅ Understand that this website does not provide legal, financial, or investment advice.
✅ Acknowledge that all data submitted online carries inherent security risks.

If you do not agree, please exit this website immediately.

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, videos, graphics, logos, documents, and other media, is either the property of ILWU, Local 21 or used under license. This content is protected by copyright and other applicable laws. Unauthorized copying, reproduction, modification, distribution, or republication of any material from this site, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited without prior written consent. Any third-party content remains the property of its respective owners and is used in accordance with applicable licenses.
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