Legal Question in Technology Law in Georgia
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I want to create a free trading website. Can I have a disclaimer that tells the users to be careful of who they give to, without me being held liable?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: online
The answer you don't want is that "it depends" on what the web site does. Regardless, there are many ways that a website operator can protect themselves, including disclaimers (which may or may not be helpful in your particular case). Good luck with your development, talk to a lawyer in your area for specifics.
Re: online
Depending upon how you structure your site, you may have certain liability for the actions of your users. In addition to appropriate terms and conditions, you need to ensure that the trading activities themselves conform to applicable law.
I would strongly advise you to retain a qualified lawyer to work with you on this venture.