Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using LitigationCost's website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

These terms apply to all users of our website, including visitors who use our free litigation cost calculator and customers who purchase premium reports.

2. Description of Services

LitigationCost provides litigation cost analysis and strategic planning tools, including:

• Free Cost Calculator: Basic litigation cost estimates based on case parameters
• Premium Reports: Comprehensive litigation strategy reports including risk assessment, settlement analysis, and attorney referrals
• Educational Content: Resources about litigation costs and legal strategy

Our services are designed to provide general guidance and should not be considered legal advice.

3. User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features, you may need to provide personal information including your email address and case details. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information as necessary
• Keep your account information confidential
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

4. Payment Terms

Premium Reports

Premium reports are available for a one-time fee of $29.00 USD. Payment terms include:

• Payment is due at the time of purchase
• All payments are processed securely through Stripe
• Prices are subject to change with notice
• Reports are delivered within 24 hours of payment

Refund Policy

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee for premium reports. To request a refund:

• Contact us at info@litigationcost.com within 30 days of purchase
• Provide your order number and reason for the refund request
• Refunds will be processed within 5-10 business days

5. Acceptable Use

You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:

• Use our services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
• Reproduce, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use automated systems to access our services without consent
• Impersonate others or provide false information

6. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, features, and functionality on our website are owned by LitigationCost and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Our Content

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content without express written permission.

Your Content

By providing information through our services, you grant us a license to use that information to provide and improve our services.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations

Not Legal Advice

Our services provide general information and analysis tools. They do not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with qualified legal counsel.

Accuracy Disclaimer

While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of our cost estimates or analysis. Actual litigation costs may vary significantly.

Service Availability

We do not guarantee that our services will be available at all times or free from interruptions, errors, or security vulnerabilities.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, LitigationCost shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• Loss of data or information
• Legal fees or costs incurred in litigation
• Decisions made based on our analysis or recommendations

Our total liability for any claims shall not exceed the amount you paid for our services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless LitigationCost from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any information you provide through our services

10. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that we believe:

• Violates these Terms or our Privacy Policy
• Is harmful to other users, third parties, or our business interests
• Violates applicable law or regulation

Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately.

12. Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where LitigationCost operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution Process

Before filing any legal action, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve any disputes informally. If we cannot resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may pursue legal remedies.

Arbitration

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except for small claims court proceedings and injunctive relief.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page
• Notify users by email or through our website
• Provide reasonable notice before material changes take effect

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: