1. Introduction
1.1. Welcome to blackbeltbarrister.com (“the Website”). By accessing or using our Website and services (“Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). Please read them carefully.
1.2. These Terms govern your membership subscription to the Website, which provides access to video content and other related services.
2. Legal Disclaimer
2.1. All content provided on the Website, including video content, articles, and any other materials (“Content”), is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
2.2. The Content should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances. Always consult a qualified legal professional for legal matters.
3. Membership Subscription
3.1. Subscription Plans: We offer various subscription plans that provide access to different levels of Content and Services. Details of each plan are available on the Website.
3.2. Account Registration: To subscribe, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
3.3. Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to subscribe to our Services.
4. Payments and Cancellations
4.1. Payment: Subscription fees are due in advance and will be billed on a recurring basis according to your chosen subscription plan until cancelled.
4.2. Payment Methods: We accept various payment methods as specified on the Website. You agree to keep your payment information up to date.
4.3. Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings on the Website. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing cycle.
4.4. Refunds:
a. If you have accessed or used the Services, you are not entitled to a refund of any subscription fees already paid, in accordance with the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013.
b. If you have not accessed or used the Services, you may be entitled to a refund within 14 days of your initial subscription, subject to statutory rights.
5. Use of Services
5.1. Licence: Upon subscription, we grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the Content for personal, non-commercial use only.
5.2. Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to:
a. Share your account or allow others to access the Services using your credentials.
b. Copy, distribute, or disclose any part of the Content without our prior written consent.
c. Use the Services for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1. All intellectual property rights in the Content and the Website are owned by or licensed to blackbeltbarrister.com. All rights are reserved.
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we exclude all liability for any loss or damage arising out of or in connection with your use of the Services.
7.2. Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud, or any other liability which cannot be limited or excluded by law.
8. Changes to Terms
8.1. We may revise these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
9. Governing Law
9.1. These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
10. Contact Us
10.1. If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: PO BOX 7635, WS144NT
11. Complaints and Dispute Resolution
11.1. If you have a complaint about the Services, please contact us in the first instance so we can attempt to resolve the issue.
11.2. If a dispute arises, we will attempt to resolve it through negotiation or mediation before resorting to legal proceedings.
12. Severability
12.1. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
13. Entire Agreement
13.1. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and blackbeltbarrister.com regarding your use of the Services.
14. Statutory Rights
14.1. Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013.
15. Cancellation Rights
15.1. Under the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013, you have the right to cancel your subscription within 14 days of entering into the contract (“Cooling-Off Period”) without giving any reason.
15.2. However, if you access or download any Content during the Cooling-Off Period, you acknowledge that you lose your right to cancel and are not entitled to a refund.
16. Electronic Communications
16.1. By using our Services, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These may include notices about your subscription, service updates, security alerts, or information legally required to be provided in writing.
16.2. You agree that such electronic communications satisfy any legal requirement that communications be in writing.
17. Data Protection and Privacy
17.1. We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (“UK GDPR”) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
17.2. We process personal data only where necessary for:
• providing and administering your membership
• handling payments
• delivering Content and Services
• responding to enquiries or complaints
• complying with legal obligations
17.3. We will never sell your personal data and we will not use your data for marketing unless you provide clear and specific consent.
17.4. You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the information you provide, and for maintaining the security of your login credentials.
17.5. For full details of how we process personal data, please refer to our Privacy Notice on the Website.
18. BlackBeltBarrister Pro – Legal AI Assistant
18.1. BlackBeltBarrister Pro (“the AI Assistant”) is an automated legal information tool designed to provide general guidance only. It is not a substitute for legal advice, does not produce tailored advice, and does not establish any solicitor–client or barrister–client relationship.
18.2. The AI Assistant must not be relied upon to make decisions about your legal rights or responsibilities. You should seek independent advice from a qualified legal professional for any matter requiring legal analysis.
18.3. No output from the AI Assistant should be interpreted as formal legal advice. You use the AI Assistant entirely at your own risk, and we exclude liability for reliance placed on automated responses to the fullest extent permitted by law.
18.4. Data Use:
No conversations, prompts, messages, uploads, or other information submitted to the AI Assistant are used for training, marketing, profiling, or any purpose other than delivering the service to you. We do not store, sell, or repurpose AI interaction data beyond what is necessary for system functioning and security.
18.5. User Responsibility:
Although no data is used for model training or external processing, users should still exercise caution when interacting with the AI Assistant. You should avoid submitting sensitive personal data, real names, addresses, case files, or identifiers. Where possible, use fictitious names or anonymised details to prevent unnecessary disclosure of personal data.
18.6. You acknowledge that the AI Assistant may generate inaccurate or incomplete information. We make no guarantee as to the accuracy or reliability of AI-generated content.
19. Prohibited Use of AI Assistant
19.1. You must not:
a. Submit unlawful, defamatory, or discriminatory material.
b. Upload confidential third-party information without consent.
c. Use AI outputs to provide advice to others as if professionally qualified.
d. Attempt to reverse-engineer, manipulate, or misuse the AI system.
20. Limitation of Liability – AI Assistant
20.1. To the extent permitted by English law, we disclaim all liability arising from use of the AI Assistant, including but not limited to inaccurate information, omissions, or misunderstandings.
20.2. Nothing in this section limits liability for fraud or for any matter for which liability may not legally be excluded.
21. Website Security
21.1. You agree not to attempt to bypass, interfere with, damage, or disrupt the Website or related systems.
21.2. We may suspend or restrict access to the Website where we reasonably believe it necessary for security, maintenance, or legal compliance.
22. User-Generated Content
22.1. If you submit content to the Website (including comments or messages), you grant us a limited licence to display and store that content solely for the operation of the Services.
22.2. You remain responsible for all content you submit and confirm that it does not infringe the rights of others.
23 .Indemnity
23.1. You agree to indemnify us against any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from your misuse of the Services or breach of these Terms.
24. Service Availability
24.1. We aim to keep the Website available at all times but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access.
24.2. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services without liability.
25. Termination
25.1. We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services if you breach these Terms or misuse the Website, including misuse of the AI Assistant.
25.2. Termination does not affect accrued rights or obligations.
26. Variation
26.1. We may update these Terms to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any revised Terms.
27. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
27.1. These Terms and any dispute arising from them shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales.
27.2. The courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.
