Terms of Service
I. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using The Great Atlantic (the "Consultant," "we," "us," or "our") website, and by engaging our consulting services, you ("Client," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our website or services.
2. Scope of Services
The Consultant agrees to provide professional consulting, advisory, and related services as mutually agreed upon via a Statement of Work (SOW), project proposal, or engagement letter. All services provided must be explicitly requested and approved by the Client.
3. Client Responsibilities
To ensure the successful delivery of our consulting services, the Client agrees to:
Provide timely access to relevant information, personnel, data, and resources.
Make timely decisions and approvals when requested by the Consultant.
Ensure all information provided is accurate and complete to the best of their knowledge.
IV. Fees and Payment Terms
Rates: Fees for consulting services will be billed according to the rates and structure outlined in your specific proposal or SOW.
Invoicing: Invoices are generated [weekly/monthly/upon project completion] and are payable within [Number, e.g., 15] days of the invoice date.
Late Payments: Overdue accounts may be subject to a late fee or interest charge of [Number, e.g., 1.5]% per month on the outstanding balance.
Expenses: The Client shall reimburse the Consultant for all reasonable and necessary pre-approved out-of-pocket expenses.
V. Confidentiality
Both the Consultant and the Client agree to keep all proprietary information, trade secrets, business practices, and client data strictly confidential. Confidential information shall not be disclosed to any third party, except as required by law or to fulfill the terms of the consulting engagement.
VI. Intellectual Property (IP)
All materials, methodologies, reports, and deliverables created by the Consultant specifically for the Client shall [remain the property of the Consultant until fully paid / become the exclusive property of the Client]. Pre-existing tools, proprietary frameworks, and methodologies owned by the Consultant prior to this engagement shall remain the sole and exclusive property of the Consultant.
VII. Limitation of Liability
The Consultant provides advisory services and strategic recommendations based on their professional expertise. The Consultant shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages (including lost profits, data loss, or business interruption) arising from the Client's use or reliance on the consulting services or deliverables. Our total aggregate liability will not exceed the total fees paid by the Client to the Consultant in the [Number, e.g., 12] months preceding the claim.
VIII. Termination
Either party may terminate the consulting agreement at any time by providing [Number, e.g., 30] days' written notice to the other party. Upon termination, the Client shall pay the Consultant for all services rendered and reimbursable expenses incurred up to the effective date of termination.
IX. Governing Law
These Terms of Service and any disputes arising from your use of our services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Your State], without regard to its conflict of law principles.
X. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms of Service at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.
XI. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
The Great Atlantic
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Mailing Address]