Legal Terms

Last Updated: 2024-11-13

1. General Terms

1.1 Agreement Formation

This agreement constitutes a legally binding contract between Western Bridges (“Company”) and the client (“Client”).

1.2 Service Scope

• Business transformation services
• Communication consulting
• Digital presence optimization
• Trade fair support
• Related professional services

2. Service Terms

2.1 Service Delivery

• Best-effort basis delivery
• Client approval required
• Quality standards compliance
• Timeline estimates non-binding
• Service modification rights

2.2 Client Obligations

• Accurate information provision
• Timely communication
• Resource access
• Payment compliance
• Confidentiality maintenance
• Legal compliance

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Ownership Rights

• Client retains original material rights
• Company maintains methodology rights
• Deliverables transfer upon payment
• Portfolio usage rights reserved

3.2 Usage Restrictions

• No unauthorized reproduction
• No methodology sharing
• Limited license terms
• Restricted redistribution

4. Payment Terms

4.1 Standard Terms

• 30-day payment period
• EUR/USD currencies accepted
• 1.5% monthly late fee
• Service suspension rights
• No refund policy

4.2 Pricing

• 30-day quote validity
• Price adjustment rights
• Annual review provision
• Change notification requirements

5. Liability Limitations

5.1 Liability Cap

• Limited to paid service fees
• Direct damages only
• Statutory requirements
• Claim period restrictions

5.2 Exclusions

• Consequential damages
• Third-party actions
• Force majeure events
• Market performance
• Client misuse
• Communication delivery

6. Confidentiality

6.1 Protected Information

• Business strategies
• Technical information
• Pricing details
• Client data
• Trade secrets
• Methodologies

6.2 Duration

• Service period coverage
• 5-year post-termination
• Permanent trade secret protection
• Survival provisions

7. Termination

7.1 Termination Rights

• 30-day written notice
• Material breach
• Force majeure
• Regulatory requirements
• Immediate termination conditions

7.2 Post-Termination

• Final payment obligations
• Material return
• Confidentiality continuation
• IP rights enforcement

8. Dispute Resolution

8.1 Process

1. Written notice
2. 30-day negotiation
3. Mandatory mediation
4. Litigation

8.2 Jurisdiction

• Governing Law: Swedish Law
• Jurisdiction: Luleå District Court
• Language: English
• Exclusive venue

9. Force Majeure

9.1 Covered Events

• Natural disasters
• War/terrorism
• Pandemic
• Government actions
• Infrastructure failure
• Cyber attacks

9.2 Relief Terms

• Performance suspension
• Notice requirements
• Mitigation efforts
• Termination rights

10. Compliance

10.1 Legal Requirements

• EU/Swedish law
• Chinese law
• Industry standards
• Data protection
• Export controls

10.2 Professional Standards

• Industry best practices
• Ethical guidelines
• Quality standards
• Documentation requirements

11. Modifications

• 30-day notice requirement
• Material change consent
• Continued use acceptance
• Version tracking
• Previous version access