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Terms of Service

Terms and conditions governing our consulting services and website use

Legal Agreement

Terms of Service Agreement

These terms govern your use of our website and consulting services. Please read them carefully.

Effective Date: January 15, 2025
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Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the HK RiskResil Consults website or engaging our consulting services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

Important Notice

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and HK RiskResil Consults. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our website or services.

1.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and have the legal authority to enter into binding contracts to use our services. By using our services, you represent that you meet these requirements.

1.2 Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

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Description of Services

HK RiskResil Consults provides professional risk management consulting services including but not limited to:

Risk strategy and governance advisory
Enterprise risk management framework development
Risk assessment and analysis
Regulatory compliance consulting
Business continuity and resilience planning
Risk management training and development

2.1 Service Limitations

Our services provide professional advice and recommendations based on available information. We do not guarantee specific outcomes or results from implementing our recommendations.

2.2 Professional Standards

All services are delivered in accordance with professional standards and ethical guidelines applicable to risk management consulting.

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Consulting Engagement Terms

3.1 Engagement Agreement

Specific consulting engagements are governed by separate written agreements that detail scope, deliverables, timelines, fees, and other specific terms.

3.2 Fees and Payment

Consulting fees are specified in individual engagement agreements. Payment terms typically require advance payment or scheduled payments as outlined in the agreement.

Payment Terms

Unless otherwise specified in an engagement agreement, invoices are due within 30 days of receipt. Late payments may be subject to interest charges at 1.5% per month.

3.3 Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Designate appropriate personnel for collaboration
  • Provide necessary access to systems and documentation
  • Timely review and feedback on deliverables

3.4 Deliverables

Deliverables are specified in individual engagement agreements. Ownership and usage rights are detailed in Section 4 (Intellectual Property).

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Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by or licensed to HK RiskResil Consults and is protected by intellectual property laws.

4.2 Client Materials

Client-provided materials remain the property of the client. We use such materials only for the purposes specified in the engagement agreement.

4.3 Deliverable Ownership

Unless otherwise specified in an engagement agreement:

Custom Deliverables

Custom-developed materials are owned by the client upon full payment

Methodologies & Tools

Our proprietary methodologies, frameworks, and tools remain our property

Documentation

Client receives license to use documentation for internal purposes

4.4 License Grant

We grant clients a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use deliverables for internal business purposes as specified in the engagement agreement.

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Confidentiality

5.1 Confidential Information

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary information received from the other party that is marked as confidential or should reasonably be understood to be confidential.

Professional Duty

As risk management professionals, we understand the critical importance of confidentiality and maintain strict protocols to protect client information.

5.2 Exceptions

Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that:

  • Was already known to the receiving party
  • Becomes publicly available through no fault of the receiving party
  • Is independently developed by the receiving party
  • Must be disclosed by law or regulatory requirement

5.3 Data Protection

We comply with applicable data protection laws and maintain appropriate security measures to protect client data. See our Privacy Policy for details.

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Limitation of Liability

6.1 Professional Services

Our liability for professional services is limited to the amount of fees paid for the specific engagement giving rise to the claim, not to exceed $1,000,000.

6.2 Exclusion of Consequential Damages

In no event shall either party be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, revenue, data, or use.

Important Limitations

Our services provide professional advice. Clients retain responsibility for business decisions and implementation of recommendations.

6.3 Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from acts beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of government, or telecommunications failures.

6.4 Indemnification

Each party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other party from any claims arising from breach of these terms or negligence in performance of obligations.

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Term and Termination

7.1 Term

These terms remain in effect while you use our website or services. Specific engagement agreements have their own term provisions.

7.2 Termination Rights

Either party may terminate an engagement for material breach by the other party with 30 days written notice to cure the breach.

7.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • All payment obligations become immediately due
  • Confidentiality obligations survive termination
  • Each party returns or destroys the other's confidential information
  • Intellectual property rights as specified in the agreement survive

7.4 Suspension of Services

We may suspend services for non-payment or violation of these terms, with notice where reasonably possible.

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General Provisions

8.1 Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.

8.2 Dispute Resolution

Disputes shall first attempt resolution through good faith negotiation. If unresolved, disputes shall be settled by arbitration in New York, NY in accordance with AAA rules.

8.3 Entire Agreement

These terms, together with any engagement agreements, constitute the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter.

8.4 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.

8.5 Assignment

Neither party may assign these terms without the other's written consent, except in connection with a merger or acquisition.

8.6 Notices

Notices must be in writing and sent to the addresses specified in the engagement agreement or to our corporate address for general notices.

Questions About These Terms?

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at legal@riskresil.com.