Terms of Use
These Terms govern your use of CS Blackwoods (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to them. If you don't agree, please don't use the Site.
1. The content
CS Blackwoods publishes long-form true-crime journalism. We report from records, recordings, and named sources, and we correct mistakes in public. Reporting is provided for general information; it is not legal advice and is not a substitute for official records or proceedings.
2. Accuracy & corrections
We work to be accurate and to source our claims. If you believe something we published is incorrect, contact editor@csblackwoods.com. We run corrections as prominently as the original reporting.
3. Intellectual property
All articles, design, and original materials on the Site are owned by CS Blackwoods or its licensors and are protected by copyright. You may read, link to, and share excerpts with attribution. You may not republish full articles, scrape the Site, or use our content to train models without written permission.
4. Acceptable use
- Don't use the Site unlawfully or to harass, defame, or endanger any person.
- Don't attempt to disrupt, probe, or gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems.
- Don't misuse the newsletter signup (for example, submitting addresses that aren't yours).
5. Third-party links & ads
The Site may link to third-party websites and may display advertising served by third parties such as Google. We are not responsible for the content, products, or privacy practices of those third parties.
6. Disclaimers
The Site is provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted or error-free.
7. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CS Blackwoods will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site.
8. Changes
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated Terms. The effective date above reflects the latest version.
9. Contact
Questions about these Terms? Email editor@csblackwoods.com.
This document is a general template and not legal advice. Have it reviewed by a qualified lawyer before publishing, and add your governing-law jurisdiction and business details.