Terms of Use
These Terms of Use govern access to and use of the website of Ticino Arbitration Centre. By accessing or using the website, users acknowledge that they have read and accepted these Terms of Use.
1.
Purpose of the Website
The website of the Centre is provided for general informational purposes concerning the activities of the Centre, including the administration of arbitration proceedings under the Arbitration Rules of the Centre.
The information published on the website does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for independent legal counsel.
2.
No Arbitration Commenced Through the Website
Access to or use of the website does not in itself constitute the commencement of arbitration proceedings.
Arbitration proceedings are commenced only in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of the Centre and upon receipt of a valid Request for Arbitration in the manner provided in those Rules.
3.
Accuracy of Information
The Centre makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published on the website is accurate and up to date. However, the Centre does not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or continued availability of the website or its contents.
The Centre may modify, update, or remove website content at any time without notice.
4.
Use of Website Content
All materials published on the website, including texts, documents, and institutional materials, are provided for informational purposes.
Users may view, download, or print materials from the website for legitimate informational or professional use. Reproduction, modification, or distribution of website materials for commercial purposes without prior written permission of the Centre is not permitted.
5.
Arbitration Rules and Institutional Documents
The Arbitration Rules, model clauses, schedules of fees, and other institutional documents published on the website are provided for convenience and informational purposes.
In the event of any discrepancy between documents published on the website and the official version adopted by the Centre, the official version shall prevail.
6.
Electronic Communications
The Centre may communicate electronically in connection with its activities, including the administration of arbitration proceedings.
The use of electronic communications in arbitration proceedings is governed by the Arbitration Rules of the Centre.
7.
External Links
The website may contain references to external websites or third-party resources. Such references are provided solely for convenience. The Centre does not control and is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites.
8.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Centre shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of, or inability to use, the website or its content.
Nothing in these Terms of Use excludes liability where such exclusion is not permitted under applicable law.
9.
Intellectual Property
The name "Ticino Arbitration Centre" and related institutional materials are protected and may not be used in a manner that could create confusion as to affiliation with or endorsement by the Centre.
10.
Applicable Law
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with Swiss law.
11.
Changes to the Terms
The Centre may modify these Terms of Use at any time. The version published on the website shall be the current version.