Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: January 1, 1970
These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of billiondollarverdicts.net (the "Website"). The Website is operated by James S. Bell, P.C., a Texas professional corporation, doing business as "Billion Dollar Verdicts" (the "Firm"). "Billion Dollar Verdicts" is a trade name (DBA); the legal entity providing all services described on this Website is James S. Bell, P.C. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Website.
1. No Attorney-Client Relationship
Use of this Website does not create, and is not intended to create, an attorney-client relationship between you and James S. Bell, P.C. (doing business as Billion Dollar Verdicts) or any of its attorneys. Submitting a contact form, downloading a guide, sending an email, leaving a voicemail, or otherwise communicating with us through the Website does NOT create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is established only after (a) you and the Firm sign a written engagement agreement and (b) the Firm has performed a conflicts check and formally accepted representation.
Do not send confidential or time-sensitive information through this Website before an attorney-client relationship has been established. Information you submit before engagement may not be protected by attorney-client privilege.
2. Not Legal Advice
The content on this Website is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Laws vary by state and change frequently. Reading the Website does not substitute for consultation with a licensed attorney about your specific situation. Do not act or refrain from acting based on information on the Website without seeking legal advice tailored to your case.
3. Attorney Advertising
This Website may constitute attorney advertising under the rules of professional conduct of the jurisdictions where our attorneys are licensed. Past results do not guarantee, predict, or warrant a similar outcome in any future case. Every case is unique and depends on its specific facts.
The attorney responsible for the content of this Website is James S. Bell. Principal office: 2808 Cole Avenue, Suite 1000, Dallas, TX 75204.
The legal entity responsible for the legal services described on this Website is James S. Bell, P.C., a Texas professional corporation. "Billion Dollar Verdicts" is a trade name (assumed name / DBA) under which James S. Bell, P.C. conducts its personal injury practice. The attorney responsible for the content of this Website is James S. Bell. Principal office: 2808 Cole Avenue, Suite 1000, Dallas, TX 75204.
4. Jurisdiction
Our attorneys are licensed in Texas, California, and New York. We do not represent that we are admitted to practice in any other jurisdiction. If you are located outside these states, we may associate with local counsel as permitted by applicable rules, or we may decline to provide services.
5. Verdicts, Settlements, and Case Results
Any verdicts, settlements, or case results referenced on the Website are based on the unique facts of those cases. Reference to specific results is not a guarantee, warranty, or prediction of similar results in future cases. Some verdicts referenced may have been reduced, modified, settled, or reversed in post-trial proceedings or on appeal.
6. Testimonials and Endorsements
Any client testimonials, endorsements, or reviews appearing on the Website are the genuine statements of individual clients about their experiences. Testimonials are not a guarantee of similar outcomes in your case. Where compensation is provided in connection with a testimonial, that fact is disclosed.
7. Recognition by Third Parties
References to recognition such as "Super Lawyers," "Top Verdict," "Best Personal Injury Attorney," "Litigator of the Week," and similar designations are based on the standards of the publishing organizations. Such recognition is not a certification by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization or any equivalent regulatory body. No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
8. Use of the Website
You agree not to:
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website
- Interfere with the operation of the Website
- Submit false or misleading information
- Use automated means to scrape, crawl, or extract data from the Website
- Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of Website content without permission
9. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of James S. Bell, P.C. or its licensors and is protected by U.S. and international intellectual property laws. The "Billion Dollar Verdicts" name and logo are trademarks or trade names of James S. Bell, P.C. You may not use them without prior written consent.
10. Third-Party Links and Content
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party site.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE." TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
12. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BILLION DOLLAR VERDICTS, ITS ATTORNEYS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Billion Dollar Verdicts from any claim, damage, or expense (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of your use of the Website or your violation of these Terms.
14. Governing Law and Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Dallas County, Texas, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
16. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. The "Effective Date" at the top reflects the most recent version. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
17. Contact
James S. Bell, P.C.
d/b/a Billion Dollar Verdicts
2808 Cole Avenue, Suite 1000
Dallas, TX 75204
855-337-6836
info@billiondollarverdicts.net
