Terms of Use

Effective Date: January 11, 2026 Last Updated: January 11, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the Dr. Randall Mercier M.D. website. By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined below. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

Medical Disclaimer

Not Medical Advice

Important: The information provided on this website is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be considered, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Use of this website does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Randall Mercier M.D. or any staff member. For medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, you must schedule an appointment and be seen in person at our office.

Emergency Situations

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. Do not use this website to seek help for emergency medical conditions.

Always Consult Your Physician

  • Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read on this website
  • Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical conditions or concerns
  • Discuss all treatment options with your healthcare provider before making medical decisions

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use this website for:

  • Learning about our medical practice and services
  • Finding contact information and office hours
  • Reading general health information
  • Scheduling appointments (by phone)

Prohibited Use

You may not use this website to:

  • Provide false or misleading information
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website
  • Transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Collect information about other users
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations

Intellectual Property

Copyright

All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is owned by Dr. Randall Mercier M.D. or licensed for use and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

Trademarks

The name "Dr. Randall Mercier M.D." and associated logos are trademarks. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

Limited License

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display website content without permission
  • Modify or create derivative works from website content
  • Use website content for commercial purposes

Accuracy of Information

General Information

While we strive to provide accurate and current information, we make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information on this website.

Services and Providers

Information about services, providers, and office hours is subject to change without notice. Please contact our office directly to confirm current information.

Third-Party Information

We may provide links to third-party health information sources. We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of external content.

Links to External Websites

Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to external websites not operated by Dr. Randall Mercier M.D. These links are provided for your convenience only.

No Endorsement

We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You access external websites at your own risk.

Review External Policies

We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any external websites you visit.

Privacy and Data Collection

Our use of your information is governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect information.

Limitation of Liability

No Warranties

This website is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation

Limitation of Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dr. Randall Mercier M.D. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:

  • Your use of or inability to use this website
  • Any errors or omissions in website content
  • Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers
  • Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the website
  • Any bugs, viruses, or other harmful code transmitted through the website
  • Any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of your use of any content posted or transmitted through the website

Maximum Liability

In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing this website.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dr. Randall Mercier M.D., its employees, providers, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the website
  • Your violation of these Terms of Use
  • Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
  • Any content you submit or transmit through the website

Changes to Terms

Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website.

Your Responsibility

It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Use periodically. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Date of Last Update

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when these terms were last revised.

Termination

We reserve the right to:

  • Terminate or suspend your access to the website at any time, without notice, for any reason
  • Remove any content from the website at our discretion
  • Modify or discontinue any aspect of the website at any time

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Dispute Resolution

Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these Terms of Use or your use of this website shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Moore County, North Carolina. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of these courts.

Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal legal action, you agree to first contact us to seek an informal resolution of any dispute.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on this website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Dr. Randall Mercier M.D. regarding your use of the website.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Use shall not be considered a waiver of those rights or provisions.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Dr. Randall Mercier M.D. 630 South Bennett Street Southern Pines, NC 28387

Phone: 910-692-0873

Office Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Wed, Fri: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM Sat, Sun: Closed

Last Updated: January 11, 2026

Please Note: These terms apply to this website only. Your rights and responsibilities as a patient are outlined in our Patient Rights document and other practice policies.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.