Terms of Use

The Telos Group, LLC ( “Telos”) welcomes you to the website at www.telosgroupllc.com (the “Site”).  Use of the Site is subject to the following Terms of Use (“Terms”), together with the Privacy Policy.

  1. Acceptance of Terms of Use

    By accessing and using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms, including the Privacy Policy, which form an agreement that is effective as if you had signed it.  If at any time you do not agree to these Terms, please do not access or use the Site or any of its content.

    YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF AND BROWSING OF THE SITE AND ITS CONTENTS IS SUBJECT TO ALL TERMS CONTAINED IN THESE TERMS OF USE AND TELOS’ PRIVACY POLICY AND ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.  IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS OF USE, YOUR PERMISSION TO ACCESS OR USE THE SITE IS AUTOMATICALLY AND IMMEDIATELY REVOKED.

    These Terms may be revised or updated from time to time. Accordingly, you should check the Terms regularly for updates.  You can determine when the Terms were last revised by referring to the “Last Revised” legend at the top of this page.  Each time you access, use or browse the Site, you signify your acceptance of the then-current Terms.  Any material changes in these Terms take effect upon posting and apply only to use of the Site and information collected from you on and after Last Revised date, unless we provide notice or have other communications with you.

    Telos may make changes to the Site, content, services or features of the Site at any time.  You understand and agree that Telos may discontinue or restrict your use of the Site at any time for any reason or no reason with or without notice.

  2. Privacy Policy

    Please review the Privacy Policy for the Site, which is incorporated in these Terms.  If you do not agree with the Privacy Policy, you are not authorized to use the Site.

  3. Permitted Uses

    Any content available through the Site, including without limitation text, documents, graphics, photographs, audio, videos, logos, icons, images, media, data, charts, maps, software and other information and materials (the “Content”) is made available for your individual use or your company’s use as a client or prospective client of Telos.  You agree to abide by any posted limitations relating to use, reproduction or dissemination of any Content.  Any use of the Site or Content in any way not expressly permitted by these Terms is prohibited, and may be actionable under United States or international law.

    The Site is controlled within the United States of America and is directed to individuals 18 years old or older residing in the United States.  Those who choose to access the Site from locations outside of the United States do so on their own initiative, and are responsible for compliance with local laws if and to the extent local laws are applicable. Telos does not represent that the Site or Content are appropriate outside the United States of America.  Telos reserves the right to limit the availability of the Site for any person, geographic area or jurisdiction at any time in its sole discretion.

  4. Proprietary Rights

    You acknowledge and agree that, as between Telos and you, all right, title, and interest in and to the Site and the Content, including without limitation any patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, inventions, know-how, and all other intellectual property rights, are owned exclusively by Telos or its licensors or other content providers, and are protected by United States intellectual property and other applicable laws.

    Copyright:  All Content is the copyright and property of Telos or its content providers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.  You agree not to copy, modify, distribute, transmit, republish, sell, resell or exploit, for any purpose, any portion of the Site or the Content other than as expressly authorized by Telos in writing.

    Trademarks:  The trademarks, service marks, logos, slogans, trade names and trade dress used on the Site are proprietary to Telos or its licensors.  Third party trademarks referenced in the Site do not constitute or imply affiliation with, endorsement, or recommendation of Telos by the respective trademark owners.

  5. Account Password and Security

    The Site may contain some features that require registration and creation of an account with a username and password (collectively, “Registered Area”).  You agree to provide only accurate and truthful information in creating or maintaining an account.  You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and are fully responsible for all uses of your password, whether by you or others.  When you register for the Registered Area and each time you access your account, you agree to (a) log out of your account at the end of each session; (b) keep your password confidential and not share it with anyone else; and (c) immediately notify Telos of any unauthorized use of your password or account or any other breach of security.  Telos is authorized to act on instructions received through use of your password, and is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this Section or Terms.

  6. Links to Other WebSiteS

    The Site may contain advertisements, postings and links to websites operated by other parties.  The Site provides these advertisements, postings and links as a convenience, and your use of other websites is at your own risk.  The advertisements, postings and linked websites are not under the control of Telos which is not responsible for their content or privacy practices.  Such advertisements, postings or links or references to other parties’ products or services do not imply Telos’ endorsement of information, material, products or services of any other party or any other website.  Telos disclaims all liability with regard to your access to and use of such information, material, products or services or transactions with such linked websites or other parties.  You acknowledge and agree that Telos is not responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage, loss or other claim caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with, access to, use of or reliance on any content available on or through any other website or resource.

  7. Modifications, Suspension and Termination

    Telos reserves the right at any time to modify, suspend or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Site, Content, or any portion thereof, with or without notice.  You agree that Telos will not be liable to you or to any third party for any modification, suspension or discontinuance of the Site, Content, or access to the Registered Area.

    Telos reserves the right, at its sole discretion, immediately and without notice, to suspend, discontinue, or terminate your access to the Site, Content or any part thereof for any reason, including without limitation any breach by you of these Terms. You agree that Telos shall not be liable to you or any third party for any such suspension, discontinuance or termination.

  8. Your Indemnity of Telos

    YOU AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD TELOS AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES, PARTNERS, MEMBERS, LICENSORS, LICENSEES, SERVICE PROVIDERS, ADVERTISERS AND OTHERS ACTING IN CONCERT WITH THEM, HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY LOSS, LIABILITY, CLAIM OR DEMAND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION REASONABLE ATTORNEYS’ FEES, MADE BY YOU OR ON YOUR BEHALF OR BY ANY THIRD PARTY DUE TO OR ARISING OUT OF (A) YOUR USE OF OR RELIANCE ON THE SITE OR ANY CONTENT OR SERVICES, YOUR DEALINGS IN CONNECTION WITH THE SITE, OR YOUR SUBMISSION(S) OR ANY MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT OR TRANSMIT TO THE SITE OR TO TELOS; (B) YOUR VIOLATION OF THESE TERMS, ANY APPLICABLE LAWS, OR THE RIGHTS OF TELOS OR ANY THIRD PARTY; AND (C) ANY ACTIVITY RELATED TO YOUR USE OF ANY RESTRICTED AREA, OR ANY OTHER PERSON ACCESSING THE SITE USING YOUR ACCOUNT.

  9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

    THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ON THE SITE ARE PROVIDED TO YOU ON AN “AS IS”, “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.  TELOS MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS OR RELIABILITY OF ANY CONTENT AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SITE.  YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR VERIFYING ANY INFORMATION BEFORE RELYING ON IT.  USE OF THE SITE AND CONTENT IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK.

    TELOS MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES THAT USE OF THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE.  YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR TAKING ALL NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS TO ENSURE THAT ANY CONTENT YOU MAY OBTAIN FROM THE SITE IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE.

    TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TELOS DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, AND FURTHER DISCLAIMS ALL LOSSES OR DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE SITE OR THE CONTENT, EVEN IF TELOS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

    Exclusions and Limitations:  Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitations may not apply to you.  This Limitation of Liability shall be to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

  10. Governing Law and Disputes

    Any dispute between you and Telos arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Privacy Policy, the Site or its Content shall be governed by, and will be construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Illinois, U.S.A., without regard to choice of law principles.  You irrevocably agree that the federal and state courts located in or for Cook County, Illinois, U.S.A., are the sole and exclusive forum and venue for any dispute, as the most convenient and appropriate to address any disputes, and you agree to submit to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts.  You agree that to the fullest  extent permitted by law: (i) no claims by you shall be joined with any other and you agree not to participate in any claim brought by others; (ii) YOU HAVE NO RIGHT OR AUTHORITY FOR ANY DISPUTE TO BE LITIGATED ON A CLASS-ACTION BASIS OR TO UTILIZE CLASS ACTION PROCEDURES; and (iii) you have no right or authority for any dispute to be brought in a purported representative capacity on behalf of the general public or any other persons.

  11. Miscellaneous

    If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced.  Headings are for reference purposes only and in no way define, limit, construe or describe the scope or extent of such section.  Telos’ failure to act with respect to any failure by you or others to comply with these Terms does not waive Telos’ right to act with respect to subsequent or similar failures.  These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, set forth the entire understanding and agreement between you and Telos with respect to the subject matter hereof.  Any cause of action or claim you may have with respect to these Terms or the Site must be commenced within six (6) months after the claim or cause of action arises or such claim or cause of action shall be barred.  You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of Telos, and any assignment or transfer in violation of this provision shall be null and void.  Telos reserves the right to seek all remedies available at law and in equity for violations of these Terms or special terms or rules set forth on the Site, including without limitation the right to block access from a particular internet address.

Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at info@telosgroupllc.com.  Please note that email communications may not be secure.  Accordingly, you should not include personal or other sensitive information in your email correspondence to the Site or Telos.