Terms and Conditions of Use for The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) Website

These terms and conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website of The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) located at https://nosscr.org/ (the “Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Website.

  1. Use of Website
    • You may use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
    • You agree not to use the Website:
      • In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation.
      • To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material without our prior written consent.
  2. Intellectual Property Rights
    • The Website and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, and audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by NOSSCR, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.
  3. Privacy Policy
    • Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Website, to understand our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information.
  4. Links to Third-Party Websites
    • The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by NOSSCR. NOSSCR has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that NOSSCR 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 or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.
  5. Limitation of Liability
    • In no event shall NOSSCR, its affiliates, or their respective directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable to you or any third party for any indirect, consequential, exemplary, incidental, special, or punitive damages, including lost profit damages arising from your use of the Website, even if NOSSCR has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
  6. Changes to Terms
    • NOSSCR reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days’ notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.
  7. Governing Law
    • These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Washington, DC without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
  8. Contact Us
    • If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at nosscr@nosscr.com.

By accessing or using the Website, you signify your acceptance of these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.

New Member Logos: Elevate Your Professional Brand

We’re excited to announce the launch of our updated member logos! Incorporating our recent logo refresh, these emblems are designed to enhance your professional image and showcase your membership in NOSSCR. You are welcome to incorporate these updated logos into your email signatures and websites.

Please review the logo guidelines below:

General Use:

  • Use the logo only during your active membership term.
  • Use the logo that accurately reflects your membership status (member or sustaining member) or position (board member).
  • Use the logo in its entirety, without altering its colors, proportions, or design elements.
  • Download the logo from the member resources section of our website. We offer various formats to ensure compatibility with your website and email signature.

Website Placement:

  • Display the logo prominently on your website, ideally on your homepage or contact page.
  • Link the logo back to our website (www.nosscr.org).
  • Maintain sufficient space around the logo for clear visibility.

Email Signature:

  • Include the logo alongside your contact information in your email signature.

Prohibited Uses:

  • Do not use the logo in a way that suggests endorsement of a product, service, or political candidate.
  • Do not use the logo on any material that contradicts the organization’s mission or values.
  • Do not use a distorted or low-resolution version of the logo.

Maintaining a Positive Image:

Members must uphold NOSSCR’s Code of Conduct. If you have any questions or require clarification on these guidelines, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in a request to remove the logo or other consequences where appropriate and consistent with NOSSCR’s Code of Conduct.

Non-transferability

Membership in NOSSCR is personal and non-transferable. Membership benefits, including but not limited to member discounts, access to exclusive content, and voting rights, are reserved for the individual member and cannot be transferred to another person. No refunds or credits will be issued for any unused portion of a membership term.Event registrations are non-transferable. The individual who registered for the event is the only person permitted to attend. If a member is unable to attend an event, they may request a refund or credit according to NOSSCR’s cancellation policy. These policies allow us to maintain the integrity of our membership, ensuring that members receive the benefits they are entitled to and preventing unauthorized access to member-only events and resources.

Membership Approval

Applications for membership, renewals and event registrations are all provisional and subject to approval by CEO pursuant to NOSSCR’s bylaws.