Abstract.
The ODLR Profile for Terms of Service Language (TOSL) enhances the understanding and enforcement of legal terms within service agreements. Utilizing the Open Digital Rights Language (ODLR), this profile specifies the obligations, rights, and prohibitions contained in agreements to effectively identify and flag potentially unfair terms. By integrating ODLR's flexible framework, the TSL profile aims to ensure clearer, more enforceable, and fairer terms of service agreements across diverse digital platforms.
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Arbitration |
Definition |
Arbitration is a process for resolving disputes without recourse to conventional judicial systems, typically managed by an arbitrator |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Has Condition |
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This relationship enables the specification of particular restrictions that apply to the dispute |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Governed By |
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Establishes the connection to the specific legal framework that governs the agreement |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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With Liability |
Definition |
Establishes the relationship between a rule, policy or asset and the applicable liabilities, describing the duties or obligations to be assumed in a specific context |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Liable Party |
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This term establishes the connection between liability and a party to whom they apply |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Has Limitation |
Definition |
Defines a relationship that allows specifying particular restrictions or conditions related to the limitation of liabilities of a party |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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With Limitation Of Liability |
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Defines the relationship that links a rule, policy or asset to the limitations of liability applicable to one or more parties, specifying the scope and restrictions in cases of damages or breaches |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Requires |
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This relationship specifies that all disputes must be resolved through arbitration |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Takes Place In |
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This term describes the relationship between Dispute Resolution and Jurisdiction, specifying the location where disputes are to be resolved |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Triggers |
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Represents the relationship where a permission can trigger a specific duty for a party |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Dispute Resolution |
Definition |
Employed to specify the mechanisms for resolving disputes among the parties involved in the agreement |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Jurisdiction |
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Jurisdiction refers to the specific location or legal authority where a dispute must be resolved |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Law |
Definition |
Law refers to the specific statutes and regulations that govern an agreement and are applicable in resolving any disputes arising from it |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Liability |
Definition |
Liability refers to the specific provisions that define and restrict the extent to which each party in the agreement can be held accountable for damages or losses |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Litigation |
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Litigation is a legal process in which the provider or customer, acting as the plaintiff, initiates proceedings against the other party, called the defendant, before a civil court in a settlement dispute |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Service |
Definition |
An asset that includes the service affected by the action as a resource |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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User Content |
Definition |
An asset that encompasses either all or part of a user's content |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Remove |
Definition |
This action may authorize, obligate, or prohibit the deletion of content from the provided services |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Consent |
Definition |
This action signifies your acceptance of the associated asset |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Allow Download |
Definition |
Allow download refers to the action that permits one of the parties, typically the client, to download personal information or information about contracted services |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Terminate |
Definition |
This action permits the termination of an asset, whether it be the agreement, services, or any other associated entity |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Publish |
Definition |
This action mandates the public release of an asset |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Integrate |
Definition |
This action allows, obligates, or prohibits the integration of the provided service with your application. |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Any Damage |
Definition |
This liability provision specifies that the designated party may or may not be held liable for damages caused by the other party. |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Physical Injuries |
Definition |
This provision outlines the liability of the party in cases of physical damages caused to the other party |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Harm Caused By Malware |
Definition |
The party is or not is responsible for any damages resulting from malware |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Justification |
Definition |
This condition mandates that specific actions can only be undertaken with appropriate justification |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Prior Notice |
Definition |
This stipulates that the parties must give advance notice before certain actions are taken |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Consent Type |
Definition |
This term refers to the specific manner in which consent is given by a party within an agreement, outlining whether it is implicit, explicit, or expressed through other defined actions |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Complies With |
Definition |
The use of the services requires adherence to specific conditions and obligations outlined by the service provider |
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Property |
tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Causes |
Definition |
Indicates that the specified action produces a direct effect or consequence on the target of the Rule. This operand is used to establish a cause-effect relationship where the action leads to a measurable impact on an asset |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Implicit Consent |
Definition |
This type of consent implies that by merely utilizing the service, the customer agrees to the terms of the agreement by default |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Explicit Consent |
Definition |
This form of consent requires that the customer explicitly affirm or accept the agreement through a formal action, such as signing a document |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Degradation |
Definition |
Indicates a significant and unreasonable degradation of some metric, such as response time or availability, caused by the action of the Rule to the target of the Rule |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Consumer Place Law |
Definition |
This provision states that the law governing the agreement is that of the consumer's country or the law that affects the consumer |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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California Law |
Definition |
This instance denotes that the governing law applicable to the agreement is that of California |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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European Law |
Definition |
this stipulates that the law regulating the agreement is European law |
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tosl:onDispute, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:requires, tosl:condition, tosl:takesPlaceIn, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:governedBy, tosl:limitation |
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Arbitration |
Definition |
Represents the relationship between a Policy and its associated Dispute Resolution mechanism, specifying how, where, and under which law disputes arising under the Policy will be resolved |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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Has Condition |
Definition |
This relationship enables the specification of particular restrictions that apply to the dispute |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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Governed By |
Definition |
Establishes the connection to the specific legal framework that governs the agreement |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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With Liability |
Definition |
Establishes the relationship between a rule, policy or asset and the applicable liabilities, describing the duties or obligations to be assumed in a specific context |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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Liable Party |
Definition |
This term establishes the connection between liability and a party to whom they apply |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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Has Limitation |
Definition |
Defines a relationship that allows specifying particular restrictions or conditions related to the limitation of liabilities of a party |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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With Limitation Of Liability |
Definition |
Defines the relationship that links a rule, policy or asset to the limitations of liability applicable to one or more parties, specifying the scope and restrictions in cases of damages or breaches |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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Requires |
Definition |
This relationship specifies that all disputes must be resolved through arbitration |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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Takes Place In |
Definition |
This term describes the relationship between Dispute Resolution and Jurisdiction, specifying the location where disputes are to be resolved |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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Triggers |
Definition |
Represents the relationship where a permission can trigger a specific duty for a party |
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tosl:europeanLaw, tosl:publish, tosl:governedBy, tosl:Litigation, tosl:UserContent, tosl:compliesWith, tosl:Jurisdiction, tosl:integrate, tosl:limitationOfLiability, tosl:allowDownload, tosl:californiaLaw, tosl:anyLiability, tosl:implicitConsent, tosl:terminate, tosl:explicitConsent, tosl:harmCausedByMalware, tosl:limitation, tosl:onDispute, tosl:Service, tosl:consent, tosl:consumerPlaceLaw, tosl:physicalInjuries, tosl:DisputeResolution, tosl:condition, tosl:Law, tosl:liability, tosl:liableParty, tosl:triggers, tosl:degradation, tosl:justification, tosl:consentType, tosl:remove, tosl:priorNotice, tosl:Arbitration, tosl:causes, tosl:requires, tosl:Liability, tosl:takesPlaceIn |
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