Disclaimer

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 1, 2026

This disclaimer governs your use of Occupied Souls (www.occupiedsouls.com). By accessing this website, you accept this disclaimer in full. If you disagree with any part of this disclaimer, please do not use our website.

For questions about this disclaimer, contact us at hello@occupiedsouls.com.

1. Nature of Content

Creative Nonfiction

The stories published on Occupied Souls are creative nonfiction profiles based on interviews with real people. They represent:

Personal perspectives and recollections of interview subjects
Subjective experiences and opinions
Memories that may be imperfect, approximate, or consolidated for narrative flow

These stories are NOT:

Investigative journalism with independent fact-checking
Verified historical accounts or academic research
Legal documents or official records
Definitive biographical histories

Memory & Accuracy

Interview subjects rely on personal memory, which can be:

Imperfect, especially regarding events from many years ago
Subjective and influenced by personal perspective
Incomplete or approximate regarding specific dates, names, or details
Different from how other people remember the same events

We do not:

Fact-check subjects' recollections against historical records
Verify dates, statistics, or claims made by subjects
Reconcile conflicting accounts from different people
Guarantee historical or factual accuracy

2. Subject Perspectives

Personal Opinions

Statements, opinions, and viewpoints expressed in stories belong to the interview subjects, not to Occupied Souls. These may include:

Personal beliefs and values
Political or religious views
Opinions about other people, organizations, or events
Subjective interpretations of experiences

Important: The publication of someone's perspective does not constitute endorsement by Occupied Souls. We document people's stories; we do not validate or dispute their claims.

Third-Party Mentions

Interview subjects may mention other people, organizations, or entities in their stories. Any statements about third parties:

Reflect the subject's personal perspective only
Have not been independently verified by Occupied Souls
Do not represent Occupied Souls' views or claims
Should be understood as one person's recollection or opinion

3. No Professional Advice

General Information Only

Content on this website is for general information and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered:

Professional advice (legal, financial, medical, career, psychological)
A substitute for consulting qualified professionals
Recommendations or endorsements of specific actions or decisions
Comprehensive or complete information on any topic

No Reliance

While stories may discuss subjects' career decisions, life choices, business strategies, or personal philosophies, readers should:

Consult qualified professionals before making important decisions
Not rely solely on information from this website
Understand that what worked for one person may not work for another
Take responsibility for their own decisions and actions

4. Limitation of Liability

No Warranties

Occupied Souls and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, including:

Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
Fitness for any particular purpose
Uninterrupted or error-free access to the website
Correction of defects or errors

No Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Occupied Souls and Santos shall not be liable for any losses or damages arising from:

Use of this website or reliance on its content
Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in stories
Actions taken based on information in stories
Inability to access the website
Technical problems or interruptions
Third-party claims related to published content

You use this website entirely at your own risk.

5. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by Occupied Souls. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

Content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
Accuracy or reliability of information on external sites
Products, services, or claims made on linked websites
Security or safety of external websites

Inclusion of a link does not constitute endorsement. We recommend reviewing the terms and privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

6. Images & Photography

Subject Consent

Photographs published on this website are used with the consent of the subjects photographed. All images are:

Taken by Occupied Souls or provided by interview subjects
Published with permission
Subject to copyright protection

Photo Requests

If you appear in a photograph and wish to:

Request its removal
Request changes to how it's used
Ask questions about your image

Please contact us at hello@occupiedsouls.com.

7. Changes & Updates

Content Changes

Published stories may be updated or corrected at any time to:

Fix factual errors identified after publication
Respond to subject requests for corrections
Improve clarity or readability
Update information about subjects (such as memorial notices)

Disclaimer Changes

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified disclaimer.

8. No Guarantees

Website Availability

We do not guarantee that:

The website will always be available or accessible
Content will remain online indefinitely
Technical problems will not occur
All features will function perfectly at all times

We reserve the right to:

Suspend or terminate the website at any time
Remove, modify, or update content without notice
Change the design, functionality, or features of the site

Content Accuracy

While we strive for quality, we do not guarantee:

Complete accuracy of all details in stories
That all stories will meet every reader's expectations
Freedom from errors or omissions
That content reflects the most current information

9. Copyright & Reproduction

Protected Content

All content on Occupied Souls is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of content is prohibited.

For permission to reproduce content, contact hello@occupiedsouls.com.

10. Jurisdiction & Disputes

Governing Law

This disclaimer is governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

Severability

If any provision of this disclaimer is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

11. Contact

For questions, concerns, or clarifications about this disclaimer:

Email: hello@occupiedsouls.com
Website: www.occupiedsouls.com
Location: Sydney, Australia

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer.