TERMS OF USE

Dr. Marios Michael, DC

 

Effective Date:  1/1/2020 Last Updated:  1/20/2026

 

   IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE — PLEASE READ THIS TERMS OF USE AGREEMENT CONTAINS:

  • A BINDING ARBITRATION AGREEMENT
  • A CLASS ACTION WAIVER
  • A JURY TRIAL WAIVER
  • DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
  • BY ACCESSING OR USING THIS WEBSITE OR ANY SERVICES, YOU AGREE TO BE LEGALLY BOUND BY THESE TERMS. If you do not agree, do not use the Website or Services.


1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of these Terms:

  • “Provider,” “I,” “me,” “my” means Dr. Marios Michael, DC.
  • “Website” means https://www.drmariosmichael.com and any related pages, subdomains, and content.
  • “Services” means telehealth services, consultations, educational offerings, functional medicine–style wellness guidance, genomics interpretation/education, and any other services offered by Provider.
  • “You,” “your,” “User” means any person accessing the Website or Services.
  • “Content” means text, graphics, images, videos, audio, documents, downloads, and all other materials on the Website.
  • “Telehealth” means the delivery of healthcare-related services using electronic communications when the provider and patient are not in the same physical location.


2. OWNERSHIP AND OPERATOR
  This Website and Services are owned and operated by Dr. Marios Michael, DC. Provider is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic  with active licenses in:

• California  • Texas

Provider is not  representing an LLC or corporation on this Website unless explicitly stated elsewhere in writing.


3. SCOPE OF THESE TERMS

These Terms govern:
• Your access to and use of the Website

 

  •   All Content on the Website
  • Any communications through the Website
  • Any booking, purchasing, or receipt of Services
  • Any dispute arising out of or related to the Website, Content, or Services
  • These Terms apply whether you are a visitor, prospective patient, patient, customer, or any other user.


4. ACCEPTANCE AND CHANGES 4.1 Acceptance
  You accept these Terms by:

  • Accessing or browsing the Website
  • Using any feature or Content
  • Submitting forms or inquiries
  • Booking, paying for, or receiving Services
  • 4.2 Changes
  • Provider may update these Terms at any time. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the Website or Services after changes constitutes acceptance.


5. INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE

These Terms incorporate by reference the following documents, each of which is part of the binding agreement between you and Provider:

  • Telehealth Consent (required for telehealth services)
  • Genomics Services Addendum (required when genomics services are involved)
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility Statement
  • If there is any conflict, these Terms of Use control unless a specific document explicitly states otherwise.


6. MEDICAL / HEALTH INFORMATION DISCLAIMER 6.1 Educational Content Only (Website)

The Website Content is provided for general educational and informational purposes only  and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.


6.2 No Emergency Use
  The Website and Services are not for emergencies. If you have a medical emergency, call 911  or seek immediate in-person

care.


6.3 No Guarantees
  Health-related outcomes vary. Provider makes no guarantees  regarding results from any Services.


7. ESTABLISHMENT OF DOCTOR–PATIENT RELATIONSHIP

 

7.1 What Does NOT Create a Doctor–Patient Relationship
  A doctor–patient relationship is NOT  created by any of the following alone:

  • Viewing, reading, or relying on Website Content
  • Browsing the Website or interacting with general features
  • Submitting a contact form, inquiry, email, or message
  • Scheduling requests without confirmation/acceptance
  • Downloading materials, guides, or resources
  • Subscribing to newsletters or educational communications
  • Purchasing non-clinical educational content (if offered)


7.2 When a Doctor–Patient Relationship MAY Be Created
  A doctor–patient relationship is formed ONLY  when all  of the following conditions are satisfied:

1. ServiceRequest:YourequestclinicalServices(telehealthand/orin-person)ratherthanonlygeneralinformation.
2. Required Intake:  You complete and submit all required intake forms, disclosures, and any identity/location verification steps requested by Provider.
3. Informed Consent:  You execute the Telehealth Consent  (for telehealth) and any other required consents (including the

  • Genomics Services Addendum when applicable)

4. Acceptance:  Provider affirmatively accepts  you for Services (e.g., confirmation of appointment for clinical services and

  • agreement to provide care).

5. Jurisdiction/Location:AtthetimeServicesarerendered,youarephysicallylocatedinCaliforniaorTexas,oranother jurisdiction where Provider is legally permitted to provide services (including licensure requirements), and Provider determines services may legally be provided in that location.


7.3 Until Acceptance Occurs

  • Until Provider affirmatively accepts you and all requirements above are satisfied:
  • No clinical relationship exists
  • Communications are treated as non-clinical administrative or informational communications
  • You should not send medical emergencies or urgent time-sensitive issues through the Website


8. LICENSURE, LOCATION, AND CROSS-JURISDICTION LIMITS
  Telehealth legality depends on where you (the patient) are physically located  at the time of the session. You agree that:

  • You will accurately state your physical location at the time of telehealth Services.
  • Provider may refuse or discontinue Services if your location prevents lawful delivery.
  • Provider may require location verification and may reschedule or cancel if the location is not confirmed.


9. USER RESPONSIBILITIES

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Use the Website and Services only for lawful purposes

 

  •   Not interfere with Website operations
  • Not attempt unauthorized access to systems
  • Not transmit harmful code or malicious content
  • Not misrepresent your identity or location
  • Provider may refuse service, restrict access, or terminate use for violations.


10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All Content is owned by Provider or licensed to Provider and protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or exploit Content without written permission
  • Use Provider’s trademarks, branding, or materials without permission
  • Limited personal, non-commercial use is permitted for viewing and personal reference only.


11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

The Website may reference third-party websites, labs, platforms, or resources. Provider does not control third parties and is not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.


12. DISCLAIMERS OF WARRANTIES

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • THE WEBSITE AND CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE”
  • PROVIDER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
  • PROVIDER DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE


13. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • PROVIDER IS NOT LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
  • PROVIDER IS NOT LIABLE FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL
  • TOTAL LIABILITY CAP: Provider’s total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to Provider for Services in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.
  • Some jurisdictions limit liability waivers; in such cases, limitations apply to the maximum extent allowed by law.


14. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

You understand and agree that:

  • Telehealth has limitations compared to in-person evaluation
  • Functional wellness guidance and genomics interpretation involve uncertainties
  • Decisions you make based on information provided are your responsibility

You voluntarily assume all associated risks to the extent permitted by law.

 


15. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Provider from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:

  • Your misuse of the Website or Services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any law or third-party rights
  • Your content or communications submitted through the Website


16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION — REQUIRED INFORMAL PROCESS

Before arbitration, you agree to try to resolve disputes informally:
1. Send a written notice describing the dispute and requested relief to: info@drmariosmichael.com

2. The parties will attempt in good faith to resolve within 30 days. If not resolved, arbitration applies.


17. BINDING ARBITRATION AGREEMENT


17.1 Agreement to Arbitrate
  Except as allowed below, any dispute, claim, or controversy  arising out of or relating to:

  • these Terms
  • the Website or Content
  • Services (including telehealth and genomics-related services)
  • communications, billing, or transactions
  • shall be resolved by final and binding arbitration, not in court. 17.2 Arbitration Administrator
  • Arbitration will be administered by JAMS or the American Arbitration Association (AAA) in accordance with applicable consumer rules.


17.3 Location / Seat
  Unless the parties agree otherwise, arbitration will take place in California  (which may include remote/video arbitration where

  • allowed).


17.4 Arbitrator Authority

  • The arbitrator has exclusive authority to resolve disputes and interpret/enforce these Terms, including the enforceability of this arbitration agreement.


17.5 Costs

  • Each party bears its own attorneys’ fees unless a statute or rule provides otherwise. Arbitration fees and cost allocation will be governed by the administrator’s consumer rules and applicable law.


18. CLASS ACTION WAIVER

 

  You and Provider agree that any claims must be brought individually. You waive any right to participate in a:

  • class action
  • collective action
  • representative action
  • private attorney general action (to the extent permitted)
  • The arbitrator may not consolidate claims or preside over class proceedings.


19. JURY TRIAL WAIVER
  To the maximum extent permitted by law, you waive the right to a jury trial.


20. SMALL CLAIMS EXCEPTION
  Either party may bring an individual claim in small claims court, provided it remains an individual claim.


21. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law rules, except that the Federal Arbitration Act  governs arbitration.


22. SEVERABILITY

If any provision is held unenforceable, the remainder remains in full force, and the unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to be enforceable.


23. TERMINATION

Provider may suspend or terminate access to the Website or Services for violations of these Terms or for any lawful reason.


24. CONTACT

Dr. Marios Michael, DC

Email: info@drmariosmichael.com