Legal Disclaimer

1. Not Legal Advice

JudgeFinder.io Does Not Provide Legal Advice or Legal Services

The content available on JudgeFinder.io, including but not limited to judicial profiles, analytics, statistics, case outcome data, and all other information (collectively, "Content") is provided for general informational and research purposes only.

This Platform Does Not:

• Provide Legal Advice: No Content on this platform constitutes legal advice, legal opinions, or legal recommendations for any specific situation or legal matter
• Create Attorney-Client Relationships: Use of this platform does not establish an attorney-client relationship between you and JudgeFinder.io or any affiliated parties
• Replace Professional Counsel: The Content should never be used as a substitute for consultation with a qualified, licensed attorney who can provide advice tailored to your specific legal circumstances
• Guarantee Legal Outcomes: No information provided on this platform constitutes a guarantee, warranty, or prediction about the outcome of any legal matter or case

2. Data Accuracy Disclaimer

No Warranty of Accuracy, Completeness, or Timeliness

Known Limitations:

• Data Sourcing: Judicial data is sourced from third-party public databases, court records, and government sources. We do not control these sources and cannot guarantee their accuracy or completeness
• Data Lag: Information may be outdated due to processing delays, publication schedules, or court system reporting timelines. Data may lag real-time events by 30-90 days or more
• Incomplete Records: Not all judicial activities, case outcomes, or court proceedings are available in public records. Sealed cases, confidential matters, and unpublished decisions are not included
• Historical Gaps: Historical data prior to digitization efforts (typically pre-2010) may be incomplete, unavailable, or inaccurate
• Data Processing Errors: Despite rigorous validation processes, data entry errors, misclassifications, name matching errors, and processing mistakes may occur
• Algorithmic Limitations: Our analytics and bias indicators are based on statistical models that may not account for all relevant factors, context, or legal nuances

3. Judicial Analytics and Bias Indicators Disclaimer

Statistical Analysis, Not Character Assessment

The bias indicators, tendency analyses, and statistical metrics displayed on JudgeFinder.io are mathematical analyses of publicly available case outcome data. These metrics represent statistical patterns, not judgments about judicial character, competence, or fitness.

Important Limitations of Analytics:

• Correlation vs. Causation: Patterns may reflect case mix, jurisdiction characteristics, legal frameworks, procedural rules, or other non-bias factors rather than judicial predisposition
• Context Limitations: Metrics do not account for case-specific facts, evidentiary strength, legal arguments, applicable precedent, or statutory requirements
• Sample Size Requirements: Reliable analytics require minimum case volumes (typically 500+ cases). Judges with fewer cases may have incomplete or unreliable metrics
• Temporal Factors: Judicial patterns may change over time due to changes in law, jurisdiction, case assignment, or professional development
• Not Evidence of Misconduct: Statistical deviations from average patterns do not constitute evidence of judicial bias, misconduct, or ethical violations

4. Limitation of Liability

Maximum Liability Limitations

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, JudgeFinder.io and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers (collectively, "JudgeFinder Parties") shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

• Reliance on Content provided on this platform
• Inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, or misleading information
• Data processing errors, omissions, or misclassifications
• Third-party data source errors or unavailability
• Analytical errors or algorithmic miscalculations
• Service interruptions, downtime, or technical failures
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Any other use or inability to use the Service

Types of Damages Excluded:

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• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Lost profits, revenue, data, goodwill, or business opportunities
• Legal fees, court costs, or expenses arising from legal proceedings
• Damages resulting from adverse case outcomes, unfavorable rulings, or litigation results
• Professional reputation damage or lost professional opportunities

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5. Use At Your Own Risk

You expressly acknowledge and agree that use of JudgeFinder.io is at your sole risk. The Service and all Content are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

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• Results: No warranty that use of the Service will achieve any particular outcome or result

6. Third-Party Content Disclaimer

JudgeFinder.io relies on third-party data sources, including CourtListener (Free Law Project), state court systems, bar associations, and government databases. We do not independently verify all third-party content and cannot guarantee its accuracy.

Links to third-party websites, if provided, are for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for third-party content, services, or privacy practices.

7. Professional Responsibility

Attorney Users: Professional Obligations

Attorneys using JudgeFinder.io must comply with all applicable professional responsibility rules, ethical obligations, and attorney advertising regulations. This includes:

• Conducting independent legal research and not relying solely on platform analytics
• Exercising professional judgment in interpreting and applying judicial data
• Maintaining client confidentiality and attorney-client privilege
• Avoiding misrepresentation of platform analytics to clients or courts
• Complying with rules regarding judicial criticism and respect for the judiciary

8. No Endorsement of Judicial Criticism

The provision of judicial analytics and statistical data does not constitute endorsement of, encouragement of, or participation in criticism of individual judges. JudgeFinder.io respects judicial independence and the critical role judges play in our legal system.

Users should interpret data professionally and respectfully, recognizing that judicial decision-making involves complex legal analysis, fact-finding, and application of law that cannot be fully captured by statistical metrics.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless JudgeFinder Parties from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Your violation of these terms or applicable law
• Your reliance on platform Content for legal decisions
• Your infringement of any third-party intellectual property or other proprietary rights
• Any claim that your use caused damage to another party

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• Publication or use of judicial performance data
• Attorney advertising and solicitation rules
• Professional conduct standards for lawyers
• Data protection and privacy regulations
• Consumer protection laws

11. Additional Legal Policies

This disclaimer should be read in conjunction with our other legal policies, which are incorporated by reference:

• Terms of Service - Complete usage terms and legal agreements
• Privacy Policy - Data collection, use, and protection practices
• Acceptable Use Policy - Platform usage guidelines and prohibited activities
• Accessibility Statement - Accessibility features and commitment

12. Modifications to Disclaimer

JudgeFinder.io reserves the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Material changes will be posted with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified disclaimer.

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