BUMBER STICKER DISCLAIMER

LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND TERMS OF USE – BUMPER STICKER PRODUCTS

Effective Date: 6/11/2025
Company: BE THE PALM LLC (“Company,” “We,” “Us,” “Our”)
Product Covered: All bumper sticker products sold, produced, or distributed by BE THE PALM LLC (“Product” or “Stickers”)

1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY

By purchasing, receiving, applying, displaying, gifting, removing, or otherwise using any BE THE PALM LLC sticker product, you (“User,” “Customer,” or “Purchaser”) agree that:

  • You voluntarily assume all risks, liabilities, and consequences.

  • BE THE PALM LLC is not liable for:

    • Injury, property damage, or glass/windshield damage

    • Emotional distress, social backlash, or financial loss

    • Legal citations, fines, or civil/criminal charges

    • Any use or misuse by gift recipients or third parties

2. INDEMNITY AGAINST LAWS, CODES, AND JURISDICTIONS

You agree that BE THE PALM LLC is not responsible for compliance with any:

  • City ordinances

  • Civic codes

  • Zoning or property regulations

  • Environmental restrictions

  • HOA or community rules

  • School district or campus guidelines

  • County codes

  • Municipal or local laws

  • Indigenous/tribal codes

  • International laws, customs, or moral codes

  • Building codes, business district regulations, or landlord-tenant policies

This includes all jurisdictional forms, such as:

  • Incorporated cities and towns

  • Unincorporated areas

  • Census-designated places

  • Special use zones

  • Utility districts or historic districts

  • Military bases or federal zones

  • Public housing authorities

  • State parks and reserves

  • National forest lands

  • Territories, protectorates, or foreign states

Purchasers and users are solely responsible for ensuring legal use and display of BE THE PALM LLC Products in any and all applicable jurisdictions.

3. IMPROPER PLACEMENT AND USE

You expressly agree not to place stickers on any surface or structure where it may violate:

  • Local beautification or anti-vandalism laws

  • Signage regulations

  • Vehicle code restrictions (especially related to glass, windshields, and visibility)

  • Third-party property rights

You are solely liable for any damage, legal action, or penalties resulting from sticker placement on:

  • Vehicles not owned by you

  • Glass or windshields where visibility may be impaired

  • Federal, state, or tribal property

  • Commercial or private property without written permission

4. INTERNATIONAL USE DISCLAIMER

  • BE THE PALM LLC products are designed and distributed from the United States.

  • International buyers and users assume full responsibility for:

    • Import regulations

    • Display and content laws

    • Public decency standards

    • Customs clearance, tariffs, and taxes

We are not responsible for seizure, fines, censorship, or criminal penalties resulting from violation of non-U.S. or global laws.

5. AGE RESTRICTION AND NSFW CONTENT

  • Some Products contain NSFW, explicit, or politically sensitive content.

  • Such content is intended for users 18 years of age or older.

  • Purchase or use by minors is strictly prohibited and at the sole risk of the purchaser or gift giver.

6. APPLICATION, REMOVAL, AND SURFACE DAMAGE

  • Stickers must be applied only to clean, dry, flat, and non-porous surfaces that are free of dust, grease, wax, or other contaminants.
    Proper bumper sticker application includes:

    • Applying to a standard painted or metal bumper (OEM finish only)

    • Installing in moderate weather conditions (above 50°F/10°C, low humidity)

    • Ensuring the surface is thoroughly cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner prior to installation

    • Aligning and pressing evenly from the center outward to avoid bubbling or air pockets

    • Allowing the adhesive to cure undisturbed for 24 hours

  • Stickers should not be applied to:

    • Surfaces with ceramic coating, vinyl wraps, matte finishes, or aftermarket paint

    • Areas subject to high heat, abrasion, or direct impact

  • Glass/Windshield Application Warning:
    Stickers may be applied to glass surfaces (including windshields and windows), but this is done entirely at your own risk. Improper application or removal from glass can result in:

    • Adhesive residue that is difficult to remove

    • Surface etching, discoloration, or permanent staining

    • Cracking, spidering, or chipping, especially on older, tinted, heated, or previously damaged glass

    • Interference with defrosting elements, sensors, or visibility

    • Damage caused by tools or chemical solvents used in removal

  • Due to the wide variation in paint formulas, chemical compositions, coatings, and curing processes across different makes, models, manufacturers, and third-party paint services, BE THE PALM LLC cannot and does not guarantee compatibility with any specific paint or surface type.

  • Use of BE THE PALM LLC sticker products on custom, aftermarket, ceramic-coated, matte, vinyl-wrapped, repainted, or non-OEM surfaces is done entirely at your own risk.

  • BE THE PALM LLC is not responsible for any of the following:

    • Peeling, bubbling, fading, or discoloration of paint

    • Adhesive residue or staining

    • Surface cracking, lifting, or oxidation

    • Damage caused by heat exposure, sun bleaching, or pressure washing

    • Scratches, gouges, or etching caused by removal tools or solvents

    • Any damage to glass or windshields, including cracking, pitting, delamination, or electronic interference

Therefore, BE THE PALM LLC is not responsible for any paint or glass damage caused by the adhesive, glue, or application/removal process of our sticker products under any circumstances.

All Products are sold AS IS, and by purchasing, you waive any claim related to paint, surface, or glass damage, including any request for refund, replacement, or repair.

7. SOCIAL, REPUTATIONAL, AND THIRD-PARTY CONSEQUENCES

BE THE PALM LLC cannot be held responsible for how others may respond to your use of our stickers, including but not limited to:

  • Harassment, job loss, academic consequences

  • Negative social media coverage

  • Reputation damage

  • Removal, destruction, or vandalism of property

8. FORCE MAJEURE / ACTS OF GOD

We are not liable for delays, damage, or nonperformance caused by:

  • Natural disasters

  • War or unrest

  • Regulatory changes

  • Internet or power outages

  • Shipping interruptions

9. INDEMNIFICATION CLAUSE

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BE THE PALM LLC, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from all legal claims, disputes, losses, and damages, including:

  • Misuse, abuse, or third-party use

  • Improper or unlawful display

  • Violation of codes, laws, or ordinances at any level

  • International, tribal, or cultural violations

10. NO WARRANTY

All stickers and related materials are provided “AS IS” with no warranty of performance, durability, merchantability, or fitness for any specific purpose.

11. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

  • This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State], USA.

  • Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [Insert County], [Insert State].

  • International customers and users accept full liability for local compliance and waive jurisdiction over BE THE PALM LLC.

12. MODIFICATION OF TERMS

BE THE PALM LLC may revise this disclaimer at any time. Continued use of our products constitutes acceptance of the current version of this policy.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT PURCHASE, APPLY, GIFT, OR USE OUR PRODUCTS.