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the choice of governing law in this Section will not deprive you of the protection afforded to you as a consumer by provisions that cannot be derogated from by agreement by virtue of the laws applicable where you reside...
Your local law may give you rights that this EULA cannot change; if so, this EULA applies as far as the law allows.
This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York and the laws of the United States, without giving effect to any conflict of law principles.
"You're still responsible for researching and complying with local laws where your business operates, and in any location your ads target.Excerpt from Google Ads's Policy: Legal Requirements
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The clause states: “You're still responsible for researching and complying with local laws where your business operates, and in any location your ads target.”
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