Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 2024

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Hong Kong Labor Insight website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, along with our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Hong Kong Labor Insight.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

2. Use of Website

2.1 Permitted Use

You may access and use our website for lawful purposes consistent with our research and educational mission. Permitted uses include:

• Reading and downloading research publications for personal or professional use
• Accessing labor market data and analytical resources
• Contacting us for research inquiries or collaboration opportunities
• Subscribing to our newsletters and updates

2.2 Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or related systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the website's operation or servers
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website without permission
• Reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit content without authorization
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Collect personal data of other users without consent

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1 Our Content

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, data compilations, research reports, and software, is the property of Hong Kong Labor Insight or its content suppliers and is protected by Hong Kong and international copyright laws.

3.2 Research Publications

Our research publications and analytical materials are protected by copyright. Unless otherwise stated:

• You may view and download content for personal, non-commercial use
• You must retain all copyright notices and attributions
• You may cite our research with proper attribution following academic citation standards
• Commercial use requires prior written permission

3.3 Trademarks

"Hong Kong Labor Insight" and our logo are trademarks of Hong Kong Labor Insight. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission except as necessary for proper citation of our research.

3.4 User-Provided Content

If you submit content to us (e.g., through contact forms, research participation), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use such content for our research and publication purposes, subject to our Privacy Policy and applicable consent procedures.

4. Research Data and Publications

4.1 Data Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy in our research and data presentation, we make no warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any information on this website. Research findings represent analysis current as of publication date and may not reflect subsequent developments.

4.2 Proper Attribution

When citing our research, please provide proper attribution including:

• Author name(s)
• Publication title
• "Hong Kong Labor Insight"
• Publication date
• URL (for online content)

4.3 Data Sources

Our research draws on official statistical sources, academic literature, and original analysis. We cite data sources where appropriate. Users should consult original sources for authoritative data.

5. User Accounts and Registration

Certain services may require registration or account creation. If you create an account:

• You must provide accurate and complete information
• You are responsible for maintaining account confidentiality
• You are responsible for all activities under your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

6. Third-Party Links and Resources

Our website contains links to third-party websites and resources. These links are provided for convenience and information purposes. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for third-party websites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• The website and services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind
• We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for particular purpose, and non-infringement
• We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• We do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of any information obtained through the website

Some jurisdictions do not allow exclusion of implied warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• Hong Kong Labor Insight shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website or services
• Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall not exceed the amount you paid to us (if any) in the twelve months preceding the claim
• These limitations apply regardless of the legal theory of liability (contract, tort, negligence, etc.)

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for certain damages, so some limitations may not apply to you.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hong Kong Labor Insight, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of the website or services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of third parties
• Any content you submit or transmit through the website

10. Research Ethics and Confidentiality

10.1 Research Participation

If you participate in our research studies:

• Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time
• We will obtain informed consent for data collection and use
• Personal data will be protected according to our Privacy Policy and research ethics standards
• Research findings will be published in anonymized form unless you specifically consent to identification

10.2 Confidential Information

If you provide confidential business or personal information in connection with consulting services or research collaboration, we will maintain confidentiality subject to written confidentiality agreements.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Terminate or suspend your access to the website without notice for violation of these Terms
• Modify or discontinue any aspect of the website or services
• Remove any content that violates these Terms or applicable law

Upon termination, your right to use the website ceases immediately. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be resolved through:

• Informal Resolution: First, contact us to attempt good faith resolution
• Mediation: If informal resolution fails, disputes may be submitted to mediation
• Jurisdiction: If mediation is unsuccessful, disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Hong Kong Labor Insight regarding use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Invalid provisions shall be replaced with valid provisions that most closely reflect the original intent.

15. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by our authorized representative.

16. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section is void.

17. Notice Requirements

Notices to Hong Kong Labor Insight must be sent to:

Hong Kong Labor Insight
21/F, Tower 535, 535 Jaffe Road
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Email: contact@hongkonglaborinsight.hk

We may provide notices to you via email, website posting, or postal mail to the address you provide.

18. Accessibility

We strive to make our website accessible to all users. If you experience accessibility issues, please contact us so we can provide assistance or alternative access methods.

19. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Hong Kong Labor Insight
Email: contact@hongkonglaborinsight.hk
Phone: +852 3679 4421
Address: 21/F, Tower 535, 535 Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

20. Acknowledgment

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms, understand them, and agree to be bound by them. If you are using the website on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.