Terms of Service
Welcome to openmpsc.com. Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using this website.
1. About This Service
openmpsc.com is a volunteer-operated, pro bono public service project created and maintained by Michael Bommarito in his personal capacity. The purpose of this website is to improve public access to regulatory records from the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC).
This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Michigan Public Service Commission, the State of Michigan, or any government agency.
For official MPSC information, records, and services, please visit michigan.gov/mpsc.
2. Nature of the Service
This website aggregates, indexes, and displays publicly available records obtained from the Michigan Public Service Commission. We provide this service to:
- Improve searchability and accessibility of public regulatory records
- Support researchers, journalists, advocates, and citizens
- Promote transparency in utility regulation
- Serve the public interest
This is a research and public service project, not a commercial venture.
3. No Warranty on Data Accuracy
The information on this website is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied.
While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that:
- Records are complete, current, or error-free
- Our indexing correctly captures all relevant information
- Documents have not been modified, corrupted, or mislabeled at their source
- Our search functionality returns all relevant results
- Information reflects the most recent official MPSC records
Always verify critical information against official MPSC sources. If you are making legal, financial, or business decisions based on MPSC records, you should obtain official copies directly from the MPSC.
4. No Legal Advice
Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice. This website:
- Does not provide legal, regulatory, or professional advice
- Does not interpret laws, regulations, or MPSC decisions
- Does not advocate for any particular position in regulatory proceedings
- Is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified attorney
If you need legal advice regarding MPSC matters, utility regulation, or any other legal issue, please consult a licensed attorney.
5. Data Source and Intellectual Property
Public Records
The documents and records displayed on this website are sourced from publicly available Michigan Public Service Commission records. These government records are generally in the public domain and not subject to copyright protection under U.S. law.
Our Contributions
The website design, search functionality, indexing system, and any original content we create are provided freely for public benefit. We do not assert proprietary claims that would restrict public access to government information.
Third-Party Content
Some documents may contain copyrighted materials submitted by parties in MPSC proceedings. Such materials remain the property of their respective owners and are displayed here solely as part of the public regulatory record.
6. Acceptable Use
You may use this website for any lawful purpose, including:
- Research and academic study
- Journalism and reporting
- Civic engagement and advocacy
- Business research and analysis
- Personal information gathering
You agree not to:
- Attempt to disrupt, overload, or impair the website's functionality
- Use automated tools to scrape the site at rates that degrade service for others
- Misrepresent this website as an official government resource
- Use the website for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or its systems
We reserve the right to block access to users who violate these terms.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Michael Bommarito and any contributors to this project shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of this website.
This includes, without limitation:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Damages from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the data
- Damages from reliance on information found on this website
- Damages from website unavailability or technical issues
- Any other damages of any kind
Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with this website is to stop using it.
8. Indemnification
By using this website, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless Michael Bommarito and any contributors from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use of the website
- Your violation of these Terms of Service
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any content you submit or transmit through the website
9. Service Availability
This website is provided on a volunteer basis. We do not guarantee:
- Continuous, uninterrupted access
- Any particular level of service or uptime
- Preservation of historical data or archives
- Continued operation of the service
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the website at any time without notice.
10. Links to Other Websites
This website may contain links to external websites, including the official MPSC website and other government resources. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of external sites.
11. Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of this website shall be resolved in the courts of the State of Michigan.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
We encourage you to review these terms periodically.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service or this website, please contact michael.bommarito@gmail.com.
For official MPSC inquiries, please contact the Michigan Public Service Commission directly at michigan.gov/mpsc.
15. Acknowledgment
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
This is a volunteer public service project. Thank you for your interest in Michigan utility regulation.