Chicago Prepared Website Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Chicago Prepared website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Description of Service

Chicago Prepared is a resource website providing links, PDFs, and other informational content related to emergency preparedness, community resources, and local services in the Chicago area.

3. Use of Content

3.1 All content provided on this Site is for informational purposes only.

3.2 You may download PDFs and materials for personal, non-commercial use only.

3.3 Redistribution, reproduction, or commercial use of any content without express written permission is prohibited.

4. External Links

4.1 Our Site contains links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Chicago Prepared.

4.2 We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

4.3 We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information presented on external sites.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

5.1 The information provided on the Site is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind.

5.2 Chicago Prepared does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the Site.

5.3 Chicago Prepared makes no representations about the suitability of the information for any purpose.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 Chicago Prepared shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use the Site or its content.

6.2 This includes damages resulting from reliance on information obtained through the Site or from mistakes, omissions, interruptions, or other inaccuracies.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Chicago Prepared, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms and Conditions.

8. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms and Conditions.

9. Modifications to Terms

9.1 Chicago Prepared reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without notice.

9.2 Continued use of the Site after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms and Conditions.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us via form.

Last Updated: September 9, 2025

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