Rusk Area Merchants

Terms & Conditions

Last Updated:Feb 1, 2025

Welcome to the Rusk Area Merchants website. By accessing or using this website, submitting information, applying for membership, or participating in any programs offered by Rusk Area Merchants (“RAM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.
If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website or our services.

1. About Rusk Area Merchants

Rusk Area Merchants is a private, business-led organization representing independent, for-profit businesses operating in or serving the Rusk, Texas area.
RAM is not affiliated with any government entity and does not act as a public body.

2. Website Use

You agree to use this website for lawful purposes only and in a manner that does not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on the rights of others
• Disrupt or interfere with the website or its services
• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or data

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the site for violations of these terms.

3. Membership Applications

Submission of a membership application does not guarantee acceptance.
Rusk Area Merchants reserves the right to:

• Approve or deny any application
• Request additional documentation
• Verify business credentials
• Remove or suspend membership for violations of policies or misrepresentation

Membership classifications (Business Member, Community Member) and eligibility are determined solely by RAM.

4. Business Listings & Directory

RAM provides a directory of business members for informational purposes only.
RAM does not:

• Endorse any listed business
• Guarantee the quality of services or products
• Assume responsibility for transactions between users and businesses

All business interactions are solely between the parties involved.

5. Employment Listings

Employment postings are provided by Business Members.
RAM does not:

• Act as an employer or recruiter
• Guarantee job availability or outcomes
• Verify compensation, benefits, or working conditions

Employers are solely responsible for compliance with labor and employment laws.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including logos, text, graphics, images, and branding, is the property of Rusk Area Merchants unless otherwise stated.
You may not:

• Copy
• Modify
• Distribute
• Reproduce
  without written permission from RAM.

 

7. Limitation of Liability

Rusk Area Merchants is not liable for any damages arising from:

• Use of this website
• Reliance on directory listings
• Participation in programs
• Business or employment interactions
• Technical errors or service interruptions

All use is at your own risk.

8. Changes to Services or Terms

RAM may modify:

• Website content
• Services
• Membership policies
• Or these Terms & Conditions

at any time without prior notice. Continued use constitutes acceptance of those changes.

9. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party sites.
RAM is not responsible for:

• Content
• Accuracy
• Or practices
  of external websites.

 

10. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas.
Any disputes shall be resolved in courts located within the State of Texas.