Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to SalaryAndWages.com ("Website," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using this Website, you ("User," "you," or "your") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of this Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the Terms were last revised. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

2. Description of Services

SalaryAndWages.com provides informational content related to salary data, compensation trends, career guidance, and related tools including salary calculators ("Services"). Our Services are designed to provide general information for educational and informational purposes only.

The salary information, data, ranges, and estimates presented on this Website are compiled from various public and proprietary sources, including but not limited to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), industry surveys, user-submitted data, and third-party research. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that any information is complete, current, or error-free.

3. Disclaimer of Professional Advice

IMPORTANT: The content on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to:

(a) Legal Advice: Nothing on this Website should be construed as legal advice. For legal matters related to employment, compensation, contracts, or workplace issues, you should consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

(b) Financial Advice: The salary information and calculators provided are not intended as financial, investment, or tax advice. For financial planning, tax implications, or investment decisions, consult a qualified financial advisor, accountant, or tax professional.

(c) Career Counseling: Our career guides and salary information are not substitutes for professional career counseling. Individual circumstances vary, and you should seek personalized guidance from qualified professionals.

(d) Employment Decisions: Salary data should not be the sole basis for employment decisions, salary negotiations, or job offers. Actual compensation depends on numerous factors including location, experience, skills, company policies, and market conditions.

4. Accuracy and Limitations of Information

While we endeavor to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information contained on this Website.

Salary data is inherently variable and subject to change based on economic conditions, geographic location, industry trends, individual qualifications, and numerous other factors. The ranges and figures presented represent estimates and general guidance, not guaranteed compensation levels.

You acknowledge and agree that:

(a) Salary information may become outdated between publication and your access;

(b) Individual compensation may vary significantly from published ranges;

(c) We are not responsible for decisions made based on information provided on this Website;

(d) Third-party sources referenced may contain inaccuracies or become outdated.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, data compilations, software, and the overall design and arrangement ("Content"), is the property of SalaryAndWages.com or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Permitted Uses: You may access, view, and print Content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may share links to our pages, provided such sharing includes proper attribution.

Prohibited Uses: Without our prior written consent, you may not:

(a) Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any Content for commercial purposes;

(b) Modify, create derivative works from, or reverse engineer any Content;

(c) Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices;

(d) Use data mining, robots, scrapers, or similar data gathering tools;

(e) Frame or mirror any portion of the Website without authorization;

(f) Use the Website or Content in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the Website.

6. User Conduct

By using this Website, you agree not to:

(a) Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation;

(b) Transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable;

(c) Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation;

(d) Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers or networks connected to the Website;

(e) Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website;

(f) Use the Website for any unauthorized commercial purpose;

(g) Collect or store personal data about other users without their consent.

7. Third-Party Links and Content

This Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by SalaryAndWages.com. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, approval, or affiliation with the linked site. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of any third-party content, goods, or services.

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, SERVICES, AND FEATURES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

(a) Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement;

(b) Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free;

(c) Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of any information obtained through the Website;

(d) Warranties that defects will be corrected or that the Website is free of viruses or harmful components.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SALARYANDWAGES.COM, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

(a) Your use or inability to use the Website;

(b) Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers;

(c) Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Website;

(d) Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in any Content;

(e) Any decisions or actions taken or not taken based on information from the Website;

(f) Any third-party content, websites, or services accessed through the Website.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SalaryAndWages.com, its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and licensors from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees) arising from:

(a) Your use of and access to the Website;

(b) Your violation of any term of these Terms;

(c) Your violation of any third-party right, including any copyright, property, or privacy right;

(d) Any claim that your use of the Website caused damage to a third party.

This defense and indemnification obligation will survive these Terms and your use of the Website.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Delaware, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

Any cause of action you may have with respect to your use of the Website must be commenced within one (1) year after the claim or cause of action arises, or such claim is permanently barred.

12. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING YOUR RIGHT TO FILE A LAWSUIT IN COURT.

You and SalaryAndWages.com agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be resolved through binding arbitration, rather than in court, except that either party may seek equitable relief in court for infringement or misuse of intellectual property rights.

Arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). The arbitration shall take place in Delaware, unless the parties agree otherwise. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding.

CLASS ACTION WAIVER: You agree that any arbitration or proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between us individually. To the fullest extent permitted by law: (a) no arbitration shall be joined with any other proceeding; (b) there is no right or authority for any dispute to be arbitrated on a class-action basis; and (c) there is 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.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision of these Terms. The invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable while preserving the intent of the parties.

14. Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and SalaryAndWages.com concerning your use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and us.

16. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights or obligations hereunder, by operation of law or otherwise, without our prior written consent. We may freely assign these Terms without restriction. Subject to the foregoing, these Terms shall bind and inure to the benefit of the parties, their successors, and permitted assigns.

17. California Residents

If you are a California resident, in accordance with Cal. Civ. Code § 1789.3, you may report complaints to the Complaint Assistance Unit of the Division of Consumer Services of the California Department of Consumer Affairs by contacting them in writing at 1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N 112, Sacramento, CA 95834, or by telephone at (800) 952-5210 or (916) 445-1254.

18. International Users

This Website is operated from the United States. If you access the Website from outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws. By using the Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

19. Termination

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Website, for any reason, including without limitation, breach of these Terms, without notice or liability.

All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.

20. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

SalaryAndWages.com

Email: legal@salaryandwages.com

We will endeavor to respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.

By using SalaryAndWages.com, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Use, understood them, and agree to be bound by them.