Terms of Service

Last Updated: September 1, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Lachesis Foundation website and services (“Service”), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this Service.

2. Description of Service

The Lachesis Foundation provides educational resources, emergency response information, and technology platforms related to snake safety, snakebite prevention, and emergency medical response. Our services include but are not limited to:

  • Educational content about venomous snakes
  • Snakebite emergency response guidance
  • Healthcare facility and antivenom location services
  • Mobile applications and web-based platforms

3. Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: This service provides educational information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

  • Always seek immediate medical attention for any suspected snakebite
  • The information provided is for educational purposes and should not replace consultation with qualified medical professionals
  • In case of emergency, contact local emergency services (911 in the US) immediately
  • The Lachesis Foundation does not provide direct medical services or treatment

4. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily access and use our Service for personal, non-commercial educational purposes. This license does not include:

  • Modifying or copying materials without written consent
  • Using materials for commercial purposes or public display
  • Attempting to reverse engineer any software
  • Removing copyright or proprietary notations

5. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
  • Transmit harmful, threatening, or offensive content
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems
  • Impersonate any person or entity

6. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Service.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. The Lachesis Foundation makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding:

  • The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
  • The availability or functionality of the Service
  • That the Service will be error-free or uninterrupted

8. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the Lachesis Foundation, its directors, employees, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the Service.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. The Lachesis Foundation is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites.

10. Modifications

The Lachesis Foundation reserves the right to revise these Terms of Service at any time without notice. By using this Service, you agree to be bound by the current version of these Terms of Service.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the United States of America, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact:

Lachesis Foundation
[email protected]

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remainder shall continue in full force and effect.

These Terms of Service constitute the entire agreement between you and the Lachesis Foundation regarding the use of our Service.