TERMS & CONDITIONS

Introduction and Acceptance of Terms: By accessing and using the SAGE HEALTH CLINIC website, users agree to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined.

Definitions: Define any key terms used throughout the terms and conditions to ensure clarity and understanding.

Use of Website: The permitted uses of this website include searching for medical services, making appointments to see a Provider, communicating with the clinic staff and/or Providers, etc. So, any prohibited activities, such as unauthorized access, hacking, or infringing on intellectual property rights will result in legal action against the responsible parties.

User Accounts: SAGE HEALTH CLINIC Patients are required to create an account/patient portal and maintain their accounts. The Clinic Administrator will be responsible for managing account set up/registration, password security, and account termination.

Intellectual Property Rights: SAGE HEALTH CLINIC has ownership of intellectual property and rights related to all the website's content, including copyrights, trademarks, and any user-generated content.

Privacy Policy: Refer to our website's privacy policy via link: The user data is collected via contact form and via patient portal and will be used for patient treatment and to communicate with patients, and the data will be protected.

User Content: SAGE HEALTH CLINIC has rights to the user-generated content, and may use, modify, or remove user content posted on the website. SAGE HEALTH CLINIC has the right to host, use, modify, display, reproduce, distribute, and promote the website content. Website content SAGE HEALTH CLINIC will allow include honest comments, reviews etc. and we prohibit: illegal content, hate speech, or harassment. User interaction with each other should be positive and respectful.

Monitoring: User content will be monitored and moderated manually.

Removal Rights: SAGE HEALTH CLINIC has a right to remove, edit, block, or refuse content that violates the terms or is otherwise deemed inappropriate.

User Reports: Website users can report inappropriate content or copyright infringement to info[at]thesagehealthclinic[dot]com

Third-Party Links and Content: SAGE HEALTH CLINIC is not responsible for third-party content and websites linked to or from the website, so users can access such content at their own risk.

Disclaimer of Warranties: The SAGE HEALTH CLINIC website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, and SAGE HEALTH CLINIC will accept no liability for any errors, inaccuracies, or interruptions in service. Publication of user content does not signify endorsement of the content by this website.

Limitation of Liability: SAGE HEALTH CLINIC's liability is limited to damages arising from the use of the website, including indirect, consequential, or incidental damages. Users are solely responsible for their content and may be held liable for content that violates the rights of others or the law.

Indemnification: The users can indemnify and hold harmless SAGE HEALTH CLINIC from any claims or damages arising from the use of the website or violation of the terms and conditions.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution:

• Governing Law: The State of Texas, USA will govern over the terms and conditions of this website regardless of where the user resides. So, if disputes arise from this website, the State of Texas will be the governing body.

• Dispute Resolution: In Texas, website dispute resolution involves a combination of traditional legal mechanisms and modern approaches, such as Online Dispute Resolution (ODR).
  

Traditional Legal Framework

Governing Law and Forum Selection: Texas law will generally hold a forum selection clause in contracts if they are fairly negotiated. This means that if a website’s terms of service specify Texas as the forum, Texas courts are likely to honor this clause. Disputes arising from website interactions that involve Texas residents or companies will be expected to be adjudicated under Texas law.

Venue Selection: Unlike forum selection clauses, venue selection clauses in Texas are not generally enforceable unless the contract involves a major transaction. Texas defines a major transaction as one involving consideration valued at $1 million or more. For website disputes, which typically involve smaller transaction values, this means that while the state of Texas can be selected as the forum, specifying a particular county may not be enforceable unless supported by specific statutes or the transaction meets the financial threshold.

Online Dispute Resolution (ODR)

Texas has been proactive in embracing ODR, particularly in response to the increasing number of court cases and the need for more efficient legal processes:

Statewide ODR Framework: Texas has adopted a framework to facilitate ODR, which allows parties to resolve disputes without physically attending court. This is particularly useful for smaller claims and civil disputes that can be resolved through negotiation and mediation facilitated online.

Accessibility and Efficiency: The ODR system in Texas is designed to increase access to justice and reduce costs for both the courts and the parties involved. This system is especially beneficial for handling disputes arising from e-commerce and online services, where parties are often in different locations.

Changes to Terms and Conditions: We reserve the right to update or modify the terms and conditions at any time and provide notice of such changes. Notice of such changes will be communicated via email, SMS or via the Patient Portal. A user’s account and content may be terminated or suspended if they violate State laws, post derogatory comments, illegal comments or use hate speech or shows signs of harassment.

Contact Information: SAGE HEALTH CLINIC’s contact information for users to reach out with questions or concerns regarding the terms and conditions include: 866-897-3558 or info[at]thesagehealthclinic[dot]com

Effective Date: The Effective date of the terms and conditions is 5/1/2024.