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TERMS OF SERVICE
Effective Date: October 27, 2025
1. Overview
The Bright Line Standard™ (“Publication”) is an educational publication operated by Good Works Legal, Inc. d/b/a Good Works Legal Solutions (“GWLS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) through the Substack platform. These Terms govern your access to and use of the Publication, including any essays, notes, or comments made available through https://goodworkslegal.substack.com (“Site”).
By subscribing or accessing any part of the Publication, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use or subscribe.
2. Purpose and Nature of Content
All content is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, create an attorney–client relationship, or substitute for individualized legal counsel. Readers should consult qualified professionals for advice specific to their circumstances.
3. User Conduct
You agree not to:
Use the Publication for unlawful purposes or to harass, defame, or harm others.
Copy, reproduce, or republish content without permission.
Engage in commercial solicitation, promotion, or resale of content.
4. Intellectual Property
All original writings, designs, and media are the property of Good Works Legal, Inc. d/b/a Good Works Legal Solutions and are protected under U.S. and international copyright law. “The Bright Line Standard™,” “Good Works Legal Solutions™,” and related marks are trademarks of GWLS.
You may share content using Substack’s native sharing tools or hyperlinks, provided attribution is maintained and the content is not altered.
5. Community Interaction
Comments and notes are welcome where enabled, provided discussion remains respectful, on topic, and non-promotional. We may moderate, edit, or remove content at our discretion.
6. Subscription and Payments
Subscriptions may include free and paid tiers offered through Substack. Paid subscriptions are handled directly through Substack, which processes all payments. We do not access or store your payment data.
7. Third-Party Services
This Publication is hosted and operated on Substack’s infrastructure. Your use of the platform is also governed by Substack’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
Content is provided “as is” and “as available.” GWLS disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, GWLS, its affiliates, and contributors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Publication.
10. Changes to Terms
We may revise these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted with a new effective date. Continued use after such changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Contact
Questions about these Terms may be directed to:
Good Works Legal, Inc. d/b/a Good Works Legal Solutions
Email: info@goodworkslegal.com
Website: www.goodworkslegal.com

