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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services to our users. The information we collect includes:

- Personal Information: When you sign up for newsletters or contact us through our website, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.

- Usage Data: We use Google Analytics to collect information about your interaction with our website. This includes pages visited, time spent on pages, and other usage statistics.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

- To Improve Our Website: We use the information to understand how users interact with our website and to make improvements.

- To Communicate with You: If you have signed up for our newsletter or contacted us, we may use your information to respond to your inquiries or send you updates.

3. Analytics

We use Analytics to analyze the use of our website. Analytics uses cookies to collect information about website usage. The information generated by the cookie about your use of our website is transmitted to our Analytics provider and stored on their servers. Our Analytics provider uses this information to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services related to website activity and internet usage.

4. Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information. We use cookies to:

- Understand and Save User Preferences: To improve future visits to our site.

- Compile Aggregate Data: To understand site traffic and site interaction to offer better site experiences and tools in the future.

You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies through your browser settings. However, if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties unless we provide users with advance notice. This does not include website hosting partners and other parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.

7. Your Consent

By using our website, you consent to our privacy policy.

8. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update our privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page. You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at

privacy@cegiusa.com.

Terms of Service

By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use. Please read these terms carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms of service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.

2. Use of Website

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use of the website. Prohibited behavior includes harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any other user, transmitting obscene or offensive content, or disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our website.

3. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, and data on this website, including but not limited to software, databases, text, graphics, icons, hyperlinks, private information, designs, and agreements, are the property of or licensed to CEG and as such are protected from infringement by local and international legislation and treaties. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

Trademarks

A trademark can be a word, phrase, symbol, or design that distinguishes the source of the goods or services. Also, as trade dress, it can be the ambiance and décor in which a service is rendered. These elements combine to form a distinctive look or feel that distinguishes a product and represents a brand. Below is a non-exhaustive list of CEG Trademarks.

Logos

Wordmarks

CEG™

Columbia Engineering Group™

4. User-Generated Content

By submitting content to our website, you grant CEG a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content in any media. You also represent and warrant that you have all rights necessary to grant us these rights and that the content does not infringe the rights of any third party.

5. Limitation of Liability

CEG will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, our website. This includes damages for errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, delays in operation or transmission, computer viruses, loss of profits, or loss of data.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. CEG makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the website or the information, content, materials, or products included on this site. To the full extent permissible by applicable law, CEG disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by CEG. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that CEG shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.

8. Changes to Terms of Service

CEG reserves the right to revise these terms of service at any time without notice. By using this website, you are agreeing to be bound by the then-current version of these terms of service.

9. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that State or location.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these terms of service, please contact us at terms-of-service@cegiusa.com.

Disclaimer

The information contained on this website is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional engineering advice or services. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the dynamic nature of engineering practices and technologies means that the information presented may not always reflect the most current research, standards, or practices. Users of this website are advised to consult with a qualified engineering professional before making any decisions or taking any actions based on the content herein. For technical advisory services, schedule a call with one of our engineers.

Our engineering services are subject to rigorous quality control and are designed to comply with applicable industry standards, codes, and regulations. However, the application of engineering principles can vary significantly based on specific project conditions and requirements. As such, we disclaim any liability for damages or losses resulting from the use or reliance on the information provided on this website. This includes, but is not limited to, incidental or consequential damages, lost profits, or business interruptions.

Furthermore, our website may contain links to third-party websites for the convenience of our users. We do not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information, data, opinions, advice, or statements made on these third-party sites. The inclusion of such links does not imply a recommendation or endorsement of the views expressed within them.

By accessing and using our website, you acknowledge and agree that the engineering information and services provided are offered "as is" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We expressly disclaim any warranties or representations regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content, the functionality of the website, or the absence of viruses or other harmful components.

Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove any part of this disclaimer at any time without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review this disclaimer periodically to stay informed of any changes. Your continued use of the website following the posting of any changes will signify your acceptance of those changes.

If you have any questions about this disclaimer or require further information about our engineering services, please contact our office directly. Your use of this website and any reliance on the information contained herein constitutes your acceptance of this disclaimer.