Terms of service

Updated: February 9, 2026

1. Introduction and Acceptance.

Welcome to www.lawinebuyer.com, a website owned and operated by LAWB, LLC, d/b/a L.A. Wine Buyer, LLC, a California corporation with a principal business located at P.O. Box 1038, Beverly Hills, CA 90213 (collectively "Company" or "we"). 

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access and use of the website located at www.lawinebuyer.com, all associated sites or mobile applications linked thereto or otherwise provided by LA Buyer (collectively, the “Site”) and the sale of products and/or services through the Site, as well as a subscription-based club membership and associated services (“Wine Club”) (collectively, the “Products”).  Please read these Terms carefully before using the Site and the Products. The Privacy Policy is incorporated by reference into these Terms, and these Terms and the Privacy Policy together are hereinafter referred to as this “Agreement.”

YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND PRODUCTS CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF AND AGREEMENT TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF SERVICE IN THE AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, DO NOT USE THE SITE.

2. Modification of Terms. 

Company reserves the right to change, modify, add or remove portions of these Terms, at any time. The most current version will be posted on the Site. It is your responsibility to check these Terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes will mean that you accept and agree to the changes.

3. Alcoholic Beverages Sales Policy

a) LEGAL AGE REQUIREMENT: COMPANY DOES NOT SELL OR SHIP ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO ANYONE UNDER THE AGE OF TWENTY-ONE (21). BY PLACING AN ORDER, YOU REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT YOU ARE AT LEAST TWENTY-ONE (21) YEARS OF AGE. AN ADULT SIGNATURE (21+) WILL BE REQUIRED UPON DELIVERY OF ALL SHIPMENTS CONTAINING ALCOHOL.

b) Age Verification: By using this Site, you acknowledge that the person receiving delivery is at least twenty-one (21) years of age. If you misrepresent your age or provide alcohol to anyone under the age of twenty-one (21), Company will pursue all remedies available under the law.

c) End User and Prohibited Sales: Alcoholic beverages purchased through the Site are intended for personal consumption and end users only and are not authorized for resale. Any offer for a Product or Service on the Site is void where prohibited by law.

d) Title and Shipping Responsibility: Title to, and ownership of, all wine passes from Company to the purchaser in the State of California at the time of sale. When arranging transportation, Company acts solely on your behalf.

e) Compliance With Local Laws: You are solely responsible for compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the purchase, shipment, importation, and delivery of alcoholic beverages in your jurisdiction. Company makes no representations or warranties regarding such compliance and may refuse or cancel any order that cannot be legally fulfilled.

f) Licensing and Compliance: Company operates under all required federal and state licenses and permits, including applicable TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) permits and state wine dealer licenses. Company complies with applicable three-tier system regulations and all federal and state laws governing the sale and shipment of alcoholic beverages.

4. Pricing

a) Right to Modify: We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to modify, suspend, or discontinue any price, Product, description, or quantity at any time without notice. We shall not be liable to you or to any third party for any such change.

b) Display Accuracy: We make every effort to display Products accurately, including colors and images, but cannot guarantee that your device’s display will reflect actual colors.

c) Currency & Exclusions: Prices listed on the Site are in U.S. Dollars and exclude shipping, handling, and applicable taxes.

d) Limitations: We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to limit the sales of our Products or Services to any person, geographic region, or jurisdiction, and may exercise this right on a case-by-case basis.

e) Promotions & Offers: Any promotional pricing, discounts, or offers are subject to change or withdrawal without notice and may be subject to additional terms.

5. Payment

a) Methods: We accept all major credit cards. You must provide current, complete, and accurate billing and credit card information. In some cases, your card issuer may charge foreign transaction or related fees, which you are responsible to pay. No other payment methods (including cash, check, money order, ACH, debit cards, or wire transfer) are accepted unless expressly authorized in writing by Company.

b) Taxes: You are responsible for all applicable taxes, duties, fees, and charges imposed on the sale of Products or Services in any jurisdiction (collectively, “Taxes”).

c) Failed Payments: If your payment method is declined or otherwise fails, we may suspend or cancel your order or subscription until payment is successfully processed. You remain responsible for any unpaid amounts.

d) Collection Costs: You agree to pay all costs of collection, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, on any outstanding balance. Any overdue amounts will accrue interest at the maximum rate permitted by law (or a specified rate, e.g., 1.5% per month), from the due date until paid in full.

6. Orders and Shipping. 

a) Order Acceptance: Company reserves the right, in its sole discretion, not to accept any order. An order is accepted only when you receive a confirmation email from Company, which will include the quantity, method, and approximate delivery date. Orders cannot be modified or canceled after placement except with Company’s prior written consent.

b) Out of Stock / Substitutions: If a Product is unavailable, Company may substitute a comparable Product of equal or greater value, or cancel the order and issue a refund.

c) Shipment: All shipment dates are estimates only. Products will be packed in accordance with Company’s standard practices. You are responsible for all shipping and handling charges, as well as any applicable taxes, duties, or fees. Company is not liable for any loss, damage, or penalty arising from shipment delays. If delivery cannot be completed due to your unavailability or refusal to accept shipment, you may be responsible for additional delivery or return charges.

d) Title and Risk of Loss: Risk of loss for Products transfers to you once Company delivers the Products to the carrier. After delivery to the carrier, Company is not responsible for delays, damage, or loss during transit.

7. Wine Club Subscription

a) Automatic Renewal: By enrolling into a subscription to the Wine Club (collectively, “Subscription”), you agree that your Subscription will automatically renew on a monthly basis until you cancel in accordance with these Terms.

b) Billing: Subscriptions are billed in accordance with Section 5 (Payment). By enrolling, you authorize Company to automatically charge your designated payment method for each Subscription period.

c) Pricing Changes: We may change Subscription pricing at any time. Any changes will take effect beginning with your next billing cycle after we provide notice to you.

d) Skipping Shipments: You may skip up to three (3) consecutive shipments per calendar year by providing notice at least two (2) business days before your scheduled billing date. 

e) Cancellation: You may cancel your Subscription at any time by providing notice through the Site or to our customer service team. To avoid being charged for the next billing cycle, you must cancel at least two (2) business days before your next scheduled billing date. Fees already charged are non-refundable.

f) Failed Payments: If your payment method is declined or otherwise fails, we may suspend or cancel your Subscription until valid payment information is provided. You remain responsible for all unpaid amounts.

g) Termination by Company: We may terminate your Subscription at any time, with or without cause. If we terminate without cause, we will provide you with a prorated refund of any prepaid but unused portion of your Subscription.

8. Return Policy 

a) No Returns: Company does not accept returns of purchased Products, including wines sold individually or as part of a subscription.

b) Defective Products: If you believe a Product is defective or suffers from a wine fault, you must provide written notice to Company within thirty (30) days of delivery, describing the issue in reasonable detail. Wine faults include, but are not limited to, cork taint, oxidation, reduction, refermentation, heat damage, light strike, or other manufacturing defects that materially affect the wine's intended character and quality.

c) Exchanges: Upon timely notice, Company will, in its sole discretion, determine whether the Product is defective or affected by a wine fault. If so, Company may, at its option, replace the Product with a Product of equal or lesser value at no shipping charge to you. Unless otherwise agreed by us in writing, you will be responsible for all shipping and handling costs associated with exchanges. Certain Products may be available only in limited quantities, and we reserve the right to substitute a reasonably similar Product as we deem appropriate. Exchanges or replacements are available only for the specific bottle(s) determined to be defective. No refunds will be issued.

d) Ineligible Products: Products that have been opened, consumed, or stored improperly are not eligible for exchange.

9. Warranty Policy

a) Product Sale: Except as expressly provided in the Returns Policy (Section8), Company supplies all Products “as is,” without any warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, or non-infringement, to the fullest extent permitted by law.  

b) Membership Club: All membership and subscription services are provided “as is” and “as available.” We do not warrant that shipments will arrive on a set schedule or that specific product selections will be available. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, relating to membership or subscription services, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee that services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or always available.

10. Intellectual Property Use and License

a) Ownership of Site Content. All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, product descriptions, software, and other materials, is the property of Company or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

b) Limited License to Use. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Site solely for your personal, non-commercial use in connection with purchasing Products or Services.

c) User Submissions and Feedback. If you submit any reviews, feedback, or other content to the Site or in connection with any of the Products, you grant Company a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and display such content in any media.

11. Use of the Site & Privacy

a) You may use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access if we believe your use of the Site is unlawful, abusive, or harmful to us or others.

b) We collect and use personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using the Site, you consent to such collection and use.

12. Marketing Communications and Accessibility 

a) Marketing Opt-Out: You may opt out of promotional emails, newsletters, and other marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in any marketing email, updating your account preferences on the Site, or contacting our customer service team. You cannot opt out of transactional communications related to your orders or account.

b) Accessibility: Company is committed to ensuring our Site is accessible to users with disabilities. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our Site or need assistance with your order due to a disability, please contact our customer service team and we will work to provide you with the information, item, or transaction you seek through an alternative communication method or one that is accessible to you.

13. Third Party Services

a) Our store is hosted on Shopify Inc., which provides us with the ecommerce platform that enables us to sell our Products and Services to you. When you place an order or make a payment, you may also be subject to Shopify’s own terms, conditions, and privacy policies, including its Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Company is not responsible for Shopify’s services, policies, or any issues arising from your use of Shopify’s platform.

14. Third Party Content

a) The Site may contain links to third-party websites, advertisements, promotions, or other content that is not owned or controlled by Company. We do not control or endorse such third-party content and are not responsible for their terms, privacy policies, actions, or services. Your use of third-party websites and resources is at your own risk.

15. Limitation of Liability

a) TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF REVENUE, PROFITS, DATA, GOODWILL, OR THE COST OF SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE PURCHASE, SALE, USE, OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, EVEN IF COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

b) IN NO EVENT SHALL COMPANY’S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES, OR LOSSES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS EXCEED (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT OR SERVICE AT ISSUE, OR (B) TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS (US $200), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

c) Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. In such jurisdictions, Company’s liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

16. Indemnification

a) You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Company and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to (a) your violation of these Terms or of any applicable law or regulation, including without limitation laws governing the purchase, possession, transportation, importation, or consumption of alcoholic beverages; (b) your misuse of the Products or Services; or (c) your violation of the rights of any third party.

17. Representations and Warranties

a) You represent and warrant that (i) you are of legal drinking age (at least 21 years old in the U.S. or the applicable legal age in your jurisdiction); (ii) you have the legal right and authority to enter into these Terms and to purchase Products; (iii) all information you provide in connection with a purchase or subscription is accurate, complete, and current; (iv) you will comply with all applicable laws and regulations in connection with your purchase, possession, transport, and delivery of alcoholic beverages; and (v) you are purchasing Products for personal use only and not for resale.

b) Company represents and warrants only that it has the right to sell the Products offered on the Site and that such Products will materially conform to their descriptions at the time of purchase. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THESE TERMS, COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE DISCLAIMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 9.

18. Force Majeure

a) Excused Performance: In the event that either party is prevented from performing, or is unable to perform, any of its obligations under these Terms (other than payment obligations) due to any cause beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, weather events, fire, flood, earthquake, pandemics, epidemics, war, terrorism, civil disturbances, labor disputes, strikes, government actions, embargoes, carrier or transportation delays, power outages, supply chain interruptions, or shortages of products or raw materials (each, a “Force Majeure Event”), the affected party shall give written notice to the other party as soon as reasonably practicable, and its performance shall be excused and extended for the period of delay or inability to perform caused by such occurrence.

b) Delivery Interruptions: Without limiting the foregoing, Company shall not be liable for any delay, interruption, or cancellation in fulfilling orders or Subscriptions due to a Force Majeure Event, including but not limited to carrier delays, weather conditions, legal restrictions, or product shortages.

19. Governing Law; Venue

a) These Terms and any dispute or claim arising out of or related to them, including their interpretation, formation, performance, or breach, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

b) You agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy between you and Company arising in connection with these Terms or your purchase of Products or Services shall first be attempted to be resolved informally by contacting us. If not resolved, such disputes shall be submitted to binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. You and Company agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in a class or representative action.

c) Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may bring an action in a court of competent jurisdiction to seek injunctive or equitable relief to prevent the unauthorized use or disclosure of its intellectual property or confidential information.

d) You agree that any claim you may have arising out of or related to your relationship with Company must be filed within one year after such claim arose; otherwise, your claim is permanently barred.

20. Miscellaneous

a) Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies or agreements expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and Company and supersede all prior understandingsb) Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

c) No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

d) Assignment: You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

e) Headings: Section titles and headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.