Welcome to Horses Explained!
These terms of use outline the agreement between you ("User") and Joanna Lepiarczyk, the owner of Horses Explained, regarding the use of our website and the equestrian services and horse evaluations provided. By accessing or using our website, you agree to abide by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using our website.
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User Obligations
a. Age Requirement: Users must be at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent to use our website and avail our services.
b. Accurate Information: Users must provide accurate and updated information during registration and ensure the confidentiality of their account password.
c. Prohibited Actions: Users shall not engage in any unlawful or malicious activities, including but not limited to hacking, spreading viruses, damaging the website's functionality, or violating any applicable laws or regulations.
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Intellectual Property Rights
a. All content on the Horses Explained website, including text, images, logos, trademarks, and proprietary information, remains the exclusive property of Joanna Lepiarczyk.
b. Users may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or exploit any content from Horses Explained without prior written consent from Joanna Lepiarczyk.
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Equestrian Services, Workshops, Courses and Horse Evaluations
a. Horses Explained provides equestrian services and horse evaluations to individuals seeking professional advice and assistance in the equestrian field. Users understand that services provided by Horses Explained are for informational purposes only and do not substitute professional veterinary, medical, or legal advice.
b. Joanna Lepiarczyk shall not be held liable or responsible for any actions, decisions, or consequences resulting from the information provided, services rendered, or content published on the Horses Explained website.
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Disclaimer
The courses and workshops on this website are designed as a learning aid for equestrians who want to learn more about horses and their management. They are not intended to replace the on-site horse professionals, such as trainers, coaches, vets, etc. You should always consult with a qualified horse professional before applying any of the information or techniques learned from this website to your own horse or situation.
The courses and workshops on this website are based on the best available knowledge and research at the time of creation. However, the field of equine science and practice is constantly evolving and changing. Therefore, Horses Explained does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information or materials provided on this website for any particular purpose. You are solely responsible for your own use of this website and its content.
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Certificate
Upon completion of a course or workshop on this website, you will receive a certificate of completion that will be sent to your email address. This certificate is awarded solely in recognition of your completion of the course or workshop on Horses Explained website. It does not confer any additional rights or privileges in relation to your status or position as an equestrian or horse professional. You may not use this certificate to misrepresent your qualifications or credentials to any third party.
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Third-Party Websites and Links
a. Horses Explained may contain links to third-party websites for the convenience of our users. However, we do not endorse or have control over the content, services, or policies of these external websites.
b. Users acknowledge that they access linked third-party websites at their own risk and agree that Joanna Lepiarczyk shall not be liable for any damages or claims arising from such use.
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Limitation of Liability
a. Users agree that their use of Horses Explained is at their own risk. Joanna Lepiarczyk shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use the website, including but not limited to errors, omissions, service interruptions, or data breaches.
b. Joanna Lepiarczyk's total liability shall not exceed the fees paid by the user, if any, for the specific services or content causing the alleged damages.
c. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Horses Explained and its affiliates, licensors, partners, directors, officers, employees, agents, and contractors will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use this website or its content. This includes but is not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, reputation, or other intangible losses. This limitation applies whether the liability is based on contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other legal theory, and whether or not Horses Explained has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so some of the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. In such cases, the liability of Horses Explained will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
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Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold Joanna Lepiarczyk, her representatives, and affiliates harmless from any claims, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from their use of the Horses Explained website, or services provided or any violation of these terms of use.
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Modifications and Termination
a. Joanna Lepiarczyk reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the Horses Explained website or any part thereof without prior notice or liability.
b. These terms of use may be amended by Joanna Lepiarczyk at any time, and such modifications shall be effective upon posting on the Horses Explained website.
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Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These terms of use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of British Columbia, Canada. Any disputes arising from these terms or the use of Horses Explained shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia, Canada.
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By using Horses Explained, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms of use. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Joanna Lepiarczyk at
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101-3865 Hastings Street
Burnaby, BC
V5C2H7