Ohio Association of Rheumatology (OAR)
Last updated: June 18, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Ohio Association of Rheumatology website (“Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.

OAR may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

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Use of Site Content

All materials on this Site—including text, graphics, logos, documents, and other content (“Content”)—are owned by or licensed to OAR and are protected by intellectual property laws.

You may:

• View and print Content for personal, non-commercial use only

You may not:

• Reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works
• Use Content on another website or network without written permission
• Remove copyright or trademark notices

To request permission to reuse content, contact us.

Approved attribution format:
“Reprinted with permission from the Ohio Association of Rheumatology.”

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Informational Purpose Only

Content on this Site is provided for general informational purposes only.

• It does not constitute legal or medical advice
• It does not create an attorney-client or physician-patient relationship

You should consult qualified professionals for specific advice.

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Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site and all Content are provided “as is” and “as available.”

OAR makes no warranties, express or implied, including:

• Accuracy or completeness of information
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Absence of viruses or harmful components

Use of the Site is at your own risk.

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Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, OAR and its officers, directors, employees, and agents will not be liable for any damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the Site
• Reliance on Site content
• Errors, interruptions, or security issues

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site is to stop using it.

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Third-Party Links

This Site may link to external websites for convenience.

OAR:

• Does not control or endorse third-party sites
• Is not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices

Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.

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Termination of Access

OAR may suspend or terminate access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason.

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Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida.
Any legal action must be filed in state or federal courts located in Florida.

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Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Ohio Association of Rheumatology (OAR), its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use or misuse of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms of Use
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Any content or information you submit through the Site

OAR reserves the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, and you agree to cooperate fully in the defense of such claims.

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Event Registration and Payment Terms

OAR may offer event registrations, meeting registrations, sponsorships, or other paid services through the Site.

By registering for an event or submitting payment, you agree to the following:

Registration Accuracy

You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information when registering for an event.

Payment

All fees must be paid in full at the time of registration unless otherwise specified. OAR may use third-party payment processors to securely process transactions. OAR does not store full credit card information on its servers.

Refunds and Cancellations

Refund and cancellation policies for events will be stated on the applicable event registration page. By registering, you agree to the posted refund policy. If no specific policy is listed, registrations are non-refundable unless otherwise determined by OAR in its sole discretion.

Event Changes

OAR reserves the right to modify event dates, locations, programming, speakers, or format as necessary. OAR is not responsible for travel, lodging, or other expenses incurred by attendees in the event of cancellation or modification.

Code of Conduct

OAR reserves the right to remove any participant from an event without refund for disruptive, unlawful, or inappropriate behavior.

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Contact

For questions regarding these Terms, contact:
Ohio Association of Rheumatology
P.O. Box 551538
Jacksonville, FL 32255
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