1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Easy Reader News and Peninsula People Magazine websites, you agree to be legally bound by our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and all related guidelines and supplemental rules. News organizations are held to a high standard of legal compliance and transparency. These Terms are essential to establish user expectations and platform boundaries and should be read thoroughly. Periodic updates are expected and communicated through appropriate channels.
2. Use of Services
We provide a robust platform for news and multimedia distribution. Our services are tailored to inform, educate, and entertain our community through accurate journalism, event coverage, sponsored content, and local engagement.
Permitted Uses
- Personal access to articles, archives, images, and digital editions
- Public sharing of links with appropriate credit and non-commercial intent
- Participation in polls, comments, and forum discussions
- Submissions to classifieds, events, or community alerts per guidelines
Prohibited Uses
- Republishing, framing, or scraping content without authorization
- Submitting unverified claims, AI-generated false news, or defamatory posts
- Disrupting editorial operations, IT infrastructure, or staff with cyberattacks
- Bypassing paywalls or abusing promotional offers and free trial periods
3. Newsroom & User-Generated Content
We may publish content submitted by our readers and freelance journalists. All contributors must ensure that their content is accurate, lawful, and in alignment with journalistic ethics. By submitting content, you agree to grant us a royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to reproduce and display your submission across platforms.
All content is reviewed for accuracy and relevance before publishing. However, we reserve editorial discretion over the final content that appears on our platforms.
4. Editorial Standards & Integrity
As a registered news outlet, we follow strict editorial standards based on the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics. We fact-check our reporting, cite sources, label opinion content, and correct inaccuracies. News press sites must be accountable to their readers and avoid conflicts of interest or pay-to-publish schemes.
5. Intellectual Property
All material published—including written content, photographs, graphics, logos, and custom software—is protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized reproduction, modification, distribution, or commercial use is strictly prohibited without prior written permission from the publisher.
6. Sponsored Content & Advertising Disclosure
We accept sponsored content and advertisements as a source of revenue. All promotional content is labeled accordingly and does not reflect editorial opinion. We do not endorse advertised products unless explicitly stated. Third-party content is the responsibility of its creators and advertisers.
7. Subscription Services & Payment Policies
Subscribers may access premium features such as digital issues, archives, and ad-free viewing. Payment is required through verified gateways and is generally non-refundable. Your billing details must remain current to maintain uninterrupted access. Free trials, if offered, must be canceled before renewal to avoid charges.
8. Accuracy & Correction Policy
We strive to deliver accurate, timely, and balanced reporting. In the event of a factual error, we commit to correcting the mistake promptly and transparently. We welcome reader feedback and correction requests via our contact form or email.
9. Legal Disclaimers
All content is presented “as is” without warranties of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. We are not liable for content posted by third parties or user interactions through the website. You agree to use the site at your own risk.
10. Limitation of Liability
Easy Reader News and Peninsula People Magazine shall not be held liable for indirect damages, including lost data or business disruptions. In jurisdictions where limitations are not allowed, our liability is capped at the amount you paid (if any) in the last 12 months.
11. Termination of Services
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate user accounts or site access for violating our Terms, impersonation, illegal behavior, or abusive conduct. This includes any interference with journalistic operations or platform stability.
12. Privacy Policy & Data Use
Our Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how it’s used, and your rights regarding your data. We follow industry standards to secure user data but cannot guarantee absolute security. Continued use signifies agreement with the Privacy Policy.
13. Legal Jurisdiction
All disputes are governed by the laws of the State of California and must be litigated in courts within Los Angeles County. You consent to jurisdiction in these courts for any legal proceedings related to these Terms.
14. Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
We encourage resolution of disputes via informal communication. Failing that, binding arbitration through the American Arbitration Association shall apply. Arbitration will be conducted in Los Angeles, CA. Each party shall bear its own legal costs unless otherwise determined by the arbitrator.
15. Contact & Editorial Office
Easy Reader News & Peninsula People Magazine
Kevin Cody – kevin@easyreadernews.com
67 14th St, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Phone: (310) 372-4611