Terms of Use

Effective Date: January 1, 2024 Last Updated: January 1, 2024

Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using the website https://www.lasection8.com (the "Site") operated by LASection8.com ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this Site, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

Use the Site in any way that violates applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation; transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material; impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Company, an employee, another user, or any other person or entity; engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Site; introduce viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other malicious or technologically harmful material; attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the Site or any server, computer, or database connected to the Site; or use any robot, spider, scraper, or other automated means to access the Site for any purpose.

3. Intellectual Property

The Site and its entire contents, features, and functionality â€” including but not limited to all text, graphics, logos, images, and software â€” are owned by the Company or its licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, republish, download, store, or transmit any materials from the Site without our prior written consent.

4. Informational Purposes Only

All content on this Site is provided for informational purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes legal, financial, real estate, or professional advice. Property listings, availability, pricing, and other information are subject to change without notice. We make no representations or warranties that the information on the Site is accurate, complete, current, or suitable for any particular purpose. You should independently verify all information before relying on it.

5. Rental Listings and Applications

Property listings displayed on this Site are subject to availability and change at any time without notice. Submission of a rental application or contact form does not guarantee availability of any property or create a lease or tenancy agreement. All rental transactions are subject to separate lease agreements and applicable California landlord-tenant law, including the California Civil Code, California Tenant Protection Act, and applicable local ordinances.

6. Fair Housing

LASection8.com is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local fair housing laws, including the Federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income, marital status, age, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

7. Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards. If you experience any difficulty accessing content on this Site, please contact us using the information in Section 14 so we may assist you and address any accessibility barriers.

8. Section 8 / Housing Choice Voucher Program

This Site provides information about properties that may accept Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) administered by the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) and the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA). We do not represent any government agency and are not affiliated with LACDA, HACLA, or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Voucher acceptance is subject to property owner participation and applicable program requirements.

9. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over the content of those sites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them. Linking to any third-party site does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. WE DO NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR USEFULNESS OF ANY INFORMATION ON THE SITE.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL LASECTION8.COM, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF GOODWILL, SERVICE INTERRUPTION, COMPUTER DAMAGE, OR SYSTEM FAILURE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SITE SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless LASection8.com and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall first be subject to informal resolution by contacting us at the information below. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally within 30 days, either party may pursue formal legal remedies.

14. California-Specific Rights

Under California Civil Code Section 1789.3, California users are entitled to the following consumer rights notice: The Complaint Assistance Unit of the Division of Consumer Services of the California Department of Consumer Affairs may be contacted in writing at 400 R Street, Suite 1080, Sacramento, California 95814, or by telephone at (916) 445-1254 or (800) 952-5210.

15. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time in our sole discretion. We will post the revised Terms on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

16. Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. No waiver of any term shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and LASection8.com regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties.