1. Definitions
For the purposes of these Terms:
- Client/You/Your: The individual or entity engaging with IIKR for services.
- Services: All consultancy, intellectual property (IP) filing, advisory, training, events, physical products, and digital solutions offered by IIKR.
- Deliverables: All documents, filings, reports, and other outputs provided under our services.
- Third-Party Services: Services or tools from external providers integrated into or used alongside our services.
2. Scope of Services
We provide IPR services (patent, trademark, copyright, design filings), consultancy, training, seminars, and related solutions.
Each service will have its own agreement, including timelines, deliverables, and costs.
Government filing fees, third-party charges, or special expenses are billed separately unless explicitly included in a proposal.
3. User Responsibilities
- Accuracy of Information: You must provide complete, accurate, and up-to-date information for us to deliver services effectively.
- Compliance: You are solely responsible for ensuring your use of our services complies with applicable laws and regulations.
- Confidentiality: If we sign an NDA, you must also protect confidential information we share with you.
4. Payment Terms
All fees are payable as per the invoice terms—usually advance payment unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Delayed payments may attract late payment interest at [X]% per month.
Government fees are non-refundable once paid to authorities.
5. Intellectual Property
All IP rights in deliverables created specifically for you will be transferred upon full payment unless otherwise stated.
Our proprietary materials, processes, templates, and tools remain our intellectual property.
You may not copy, resell, or redistribute our deliverables without written consent.
6. Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure
All project-related information shared by you will be treated as strictly confidential.
We use secure, encrypted storage and limited access control to protect sensitive data.
Exceptions to confidentiality include disclosures required by law or government authorities.
7. Cancellation & Refunds
Client-Initiated Cancellations:
- Before service commencement: Full refund minus payment gateway charges.
- After commencement: Refund proportionate to the unutilized portion of the service.
Company-Initiated Cancellations: Full refund including service and processing fees.
Government fees, third-party charges, or completed deliverables are non-refundable.
8. Shipping (For Physical Deliverables)
We dispatch physical documents, certificates, or other materials via reputed courier partners.
Delivery timelines depend on location and courier availability.
We are not liable for courier delays, but we will assist in tracking and resolution.
9. Limitation of Liability
We are not responsible for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
Our total liability for any claim is limited to the amount paid by you for the specific service.
We do not guarantee any particular outcome from government authorities (e.g., patent/trademark approvals).
10. Third-Party Links & Services
Our website or services may link to third-party resources.
We are not responsible for their content, terms, or privacy practices.
11. Data Protection & Privacy
We collect, use, and store personal and IP-related data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
By using our services, you consent to such collection and use.
12. Force Majeure
We are not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, pandemics, or government restrictions.
13. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of India.
Any dispute shall first be resolved via mediation, failing which it will be referred to arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Jurisdiction lies exclusively with the courts of [Insert City, India].
14. Amendments
We may update these Terms from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on our website with the "Effective Date" updated accordingly.