These Terms of Use (the "Terms") govern your access to and use of gormanjones.com (the "Site"), operated by Gorman Jones, LLC ("Gorman Jones," "we," "us," or "our"). Please read them carefully.
Acceptance of these terms
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and by our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
Informational purposes only
The content on this Site — including articles, guides, market data, and any discussion of valuation — is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not investment, financial, legal, tax, or accounting advice, and should not be relied upon as such. Every firm and situation is different; you should consult your own qualified advisors before making any decision.
Market statistics, transaction multiples, deal counts, and similar figures are drawn from third-party sources we believe to be reliable, but we do not independently verify them and cannot guarantee their accuracy or completeness. Any valuation ranges or estimates discussed are illustrative and general — not a prediction or appraisal of the value of any particular firm. Past transactions and prior market conditions do not guarantee future results.
No advisory relationship
Using this Site, contacting us, or requesting a confidential conversation does not create an advisory, fiduciary, agency, or client relationship between you and Gorman Jones. Any such relationship is established only through a written engagement agreement signed by both parties.
While we handle every inquiry with discretion, please do not send confidential or sensitive information through the Site's forms or by unencrypted email until an engagement and appropriate confidentiality protections are in place.
No offer or solicitation
Nothing on this Site is an offer to buy or sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy or sell, any security, or to enter into any transaction. Any such offer would be made only through definitive documentation and to qualified parties. References to specific transactions or firms are provided to illustrate our experience; they are not a recommendation, endorsement, or testimonial, and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of similar outcomes.
Intellectual property
The Site and its contents — including text, graphics, logos, images, and the selection and arrangement of that material — are owned by Gorman Jones or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may view and print pages for your own informational, non-commercial use. You may not otherwise copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or create derivative works from the Site without our prior written consent.
Limitation of liability
The Site is provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Gorman Jones disclaims all such warranties and will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages arising out of your access to or use of — or inability to use — the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Gorman Jones and its principals, employees, and affiliates from any claims, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of your use of the Site or your breach of these Terms.
Third-party links
This Site contains links to third-party websites — such as news coverage and industry research — provided for convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices, and a link does not imply our endorsement.
Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to the Site or these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Nashville, Tennessee.
Changes to these terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision, and any changes take effect when posted. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Contact
Questions about these Terms can be sent to team@gormanjones.com.