Terms of service

Updated November 11, 2026

These terms apply to the hosted AskLit service operated by the Legal Innovation & Technology Lab at Suffolk University Law School. By using the service, you agree to these terms and acknowledge the privacy policy.

Using AskLit

AskLit provides tools to create and use AI assistants. You are responsible for your account credentials, the content you submit, and the assistants you publish. Use only materials you have permission to upload and share. Respect other people's privacy and intellectual property. Do not use the service for unlawful activity, to bypass access controls, to distribute malicious files, or to disrupt the service.

AI answers and legal information

AI answers can be incorrect, incomplete, or out of date, including when they cite sources. Check important information against reliable sources before relying on it. AskLit does not provide legal representation, create an attorney-client relationship, or guarantee confidentiality or legal privilege. Using an assistant does not file a document with a court or meet a deadline. Consult a qualified professional when needed.

Your content and publishing

You retain any rights you have in your submitted content. You authorize the service and its providers to process, store, and display that content as needed to provide the features you use, including sending relevant content to AI providers. You are responsible for choosing appropriate access settings and reviewing an assistant's instructions, knowledge bases, and behavior before publishing. Public and unlisted assistants can be accessed by people outside your organization; shared passwords can be passed on by recipients.

Organizations and availability

Organization administrators manage membership, assistants, and optional paid features within their organization. Usage limits apply. We may restrict or suspend access to address abuse, security issues, excessive usage, or violations of these terms. Features may change or become unavailable. Keep copies of material you need; do not rely on this service as your only storage.

No guarantee

The service is provided as available, without a promise that it will be uninterrupted, error-free, or suitable for a particular purpose. Nothing in these terms excludes rights or responsibilities that applicable law does not allow to be excluded.

Contact and changes

For support, concerns about content, or questions about these terms, contact litlab@suffolk.edu. Changes to these terms will be posted here with an updated date.