I am submitting my story (the “Work”) to Midwest Transplant Network (MTN). I understand that by clicking “submit,” I am granting MTN permission to publish my Work on MTN’s website or use it in other publications or printed material at MTN’s sole discretion. By submitting my Work, I grant permission to MTN to edit my Work for clarity or brevity as needed, understanding that MTN will not change any facts of my Work. MTN may choose not to publish my Work at this time but may retain my Work for future use. I understand and agree that any content involving my Work that MTN creates or publishes is wholly owned by MTN, and I do not have any rights in or license to such content without prior written approval from MTN.

I represent and warrant that I am the sole author of the Work, which is original, true, and not previously published. I have removed any information from my Work that I do not want made public. To the best of my knowledge, I am not violating any laws by submitting my Work. I represent and warrant that my Work does not infringe any third party’s copyright, trademark or other proprietary rights and does not contain any libelous material nor violate any third party’s right of privacy. If I am found to be in breach of any of these representations and warranties, I agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless MTN for any and all costs, liabilities and expenses resulting from that breach, publicity or other applicable rights.

I understand and agree that, after the date of publication, my Work will remain accessible online in MTN’s archives at the MTN editors’ discretion, unless and until I submit a written request for its removal from the site.