These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client," "you," or "your") and Ardigee Unlimited, LLC ("Ardigee," "we," "us," or "our") governing your use of our website ardigee.com and the services we provide.
By accessing our website or engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.
Ardigee Unlimited, LLC provides the following professional services:
All services are subject to separate engagement letters or service agreements that will outline specific scope, deliverables, fees, and timelines.
3.1 Not Legal Advice: The services and information provided by Ardigee do not constitute legal advice. For legal matters, you should consult with a licensed attorney.
3.2 Professional Standards: Our services are provided in accordance with applicable professional standards and regulations. However, we do not guarantee specific financial outcomes or tax savings.
3.3 Client Responsibility: You are ultimately responsible for all decisions made regarding your financial matters and tax filings. You agree to review all work product before submission to tax authorities or other third parties.
4.1 Accurate Information: You agree to provide complete, accurate, and timely information necessary for us to perform our services. You are responsible for the accuracy of all information, documents, and records you provide.
4.2 Timely Response: You agree to respond promptly to our requests for information, documentation, or clarification to avoid delays in service delivery.
4.3 Record Retention: You are responsible for maintaining original source documents and records as required by applicable laws and regulations.
4.4 Compliance: You agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards related to the services we provide.
5.1 Service Fees: Fees for our services will be specified in separate engagement letters or service agreements. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, our fees are based on the time and complexity required to complete the work.
5.2 Payment Terms: Payment is due according to the terms specified in your engagement letter. Unless otherwise agreed, invoices are due within 30 days of receipt.
5.3 Late Payment: Late payments may be subject to interest charges at the rate of 1.5% per month (or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is less).
5.4 Suspension of Services: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate services for non-payment of fees.
6.1 Our Commitment: We maintain strict confidentiality of all client information in accordance with professional standards and applicable privacy laws. We will not disclose your confidential information without your consent, except as required by law or professional regulations.
6.2 Your Commitment: You agree to maintain confidentiality of any proprietary methods, strategies, or confidential business information we share with you.
6.3 Exceptions: Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that: (a) is publicly available, (b) was known to the receiving party before disclosure, or (c) must be disclosed by law or court order.
7.1 Ownership: All materials, methodologies, templates, and work product created by Ardigee remain our intellectual property unless specifically transferred in writing.
7.2 License: Upon full payment of fees, you receive a limited, non-exclusive license to use deliverables for your internal business purposes.
7.3 Client Materials: You retain all rights to materials and information you provide to us.
8.1 Service Limitations: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ARDIGEE'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO OUR SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY YOU FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICES GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM DURING THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
8.2 Consequential Damages: IN NO EVENT SHALL ARDIGEE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION.
8.3 Third-Party Actions: We are not responsible for penalties, interest, or other consequences resulting from actions taken by tax authorities or other third parties, except to the extent directly caused by our negligence or misconduct.
9.1 Professional Care: We will perform services with reasonable professional care and skill consistent with industry standards.
9.2 No Guarantees: WE MAKE NO GUARANTEES REGARDING SPECIFIC TAX OUTCOMES, REFUNDS, SAVINGS, OR FINANCIAL RESULTS.
9.3 Website Availability: While we strive to maintain website availability, we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to our website.
9.4 AS-IS BASIS: EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THESE TERMS, OUR SERVICES AND WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
10.1 By Either Party: Either party may terminate the service relationship upon written notice, subject to the terms of any specific engagement letter.
10.2 Outstanding Fees: Termination does not relieve you of the obligation to pay for services already rendered or expenses incurred.
10.3 Return of Materials: Upon termination, we will return your original documents upon request, subject to our document retention policies and legal obligations.
11.1 Privacy Policy: Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
11.2 Data Security: We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, but cannot guarantee absolute security.
11.3 Data Breach: In the event of a data breach affecting your information, we will notify you in accordance with applicable law.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Ardigee, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from: (a) your breach of these Terms, (b) your violation of any law or regulation, or (c) inaccurate or incomplete information you provide.
13.1 Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
13.2 Venue: Any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in [Your County and State].
13.3 Informal Resolution: Before initiating formal proceedings, parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes through good-faith negotiation.
14.1 Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with any engagement letters and service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Ardigee regarding our services.
14.2 Amendments: We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated to active clients. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
14.3 Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
14.4 Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
14.5 Assignment: You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
14.6 Notices: All notices under these Terms must be in writing and sent to the contact information provided on our website.
For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Ardigee Unlimited, LLC
Email: service@ardigee.com
