Scope of Services
The Consultant agrees to provide consulting services as described in the Service Agreement or Statement of Work. Any additional services must be agreed upon in writing.

Fees and Payment
The Client shall pay the Consultant the fees specified in the Agreement. Invoices are payable within 30 days from the date of invoice unless otherwise stated. Late payments may incur interest charges at the rate of 1.5% per month or the maximum permitted by law, whichever is lower.

Term and Termination
The Agreement shall commence on the effective date and continue until completion or termination. Either party may terminate with written notice if the other party breaches any material term and fails to cure the breach within 15 days of notice. Upon termination, the Client shall pay for all services rendered through the termination date.

Confidentiality
Both parties agree to keep confidential all non-public information disclosed during the course of the engagement. This obligation shall survive termination of the Agreement.

Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise agreed, all work product created by the Consultant shall be the property of the Client upon full payment. The Consultant retains the right to use any non-confidential methodologies, tools, or know-how for other clients.

Independent Contractor
The Consultant is engaged as an independent contractor. Nothing shall be construed as creating an employer-employee relationship, partnership, joint venture, or agency between the parties.

Warranties and Disclaimers
The Consultant warrants that services will be performed professionally and in accordance with industry standards. Except as stated herein, the Consultant disclaims all other warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the Consultant be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to the services provided, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. The Consultant’s total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the Client under the Agreement.

Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for delays or failure to perform caused by circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including acts of God, government restrictions, labor disputes, or natural disasters.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state specified in the Agreement. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located therein.

Amendments
Any modifications to these Terms and Conditions must be made in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

Entire Agreement
These Terms and Conditions, together with the Agreement and any other documents referenced therein, constitute the entire understanding between the parties relating to the consulting services. They supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and communications.