Terms of Service

Core Services

• Evidence Ingest Engine: Automated processing and analysis of legal documents, evidence, and case materials
• Custom AI Model Training: Case-specific AI models trained on your legal documents and evidence
• Forensic AI Modules: Specialized analysis tools for accident reconstruction, medical malpractice, fraud detection, and other practice areas
• Document Generation: Automated creation of legal briefs, chronologies, expert reports, and trial exhibits
• Human Expert Review: Professional review and validation of AI-generated outputs by certified specialists

Service Limitations

• Our Services are tools to assist legal professionals and do not constitute legal advice
• AI-generated outputs require human review and professional judgment
• Services are subject to availability and may be modified or discontinued
• Certain features may require additional licensing or subscription tiers

Permitted Uses

You may use our Services for legitimate legal and business purposes, including:

• Case preparation and evidence analysis
• Legal research and document review
• Expert report generation and trial preparation
• Client consultation and case evaluation

Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use our Services for any unlawful or prohibited purpose, including:

• Violating any applicable laws, regulations, or professional conduct rules
• Infringing on intellectual property rights of others
• Uploading malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts
• Reverse engineering, decompiling, or attempting to extract our proprietary algorithms
• Using the Services to compete with or create competing products
• Sharing account access with unauthorized third parties
• Processing data without proper authorization or consent

Our Intellectual Property

Avocate.ai and its Services, including all software, algorithms, AI models, content, trademarks, and proprietary technology, are owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You acknowledge that:

• We retain all rights, title, and interest in our proprietary technology
• You receive only a limited, non-exclusive license to use our Services
• You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works
• Our trade secrets and proprietary methods remain confidential

Your Content and Data

You retain ownership of all content, documents, and data you upload to our Services ("User Content"). However, you grant us:

• A limited license to process your content to provide Services
• Permission to create case-specific AI models using your data
• Rights to use anonymized, aggregated data for service improvement
• Authority to store and backup your content for service delivery

AI-Generated Content

Content generated by our AI systems using your input data is provided to you for your use in legal matters. You are responsible for reviewing, validating, and taking professional responsibility for any AI-generated content you choose to use.

Subscription and Fees

• Subscription fees are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
• Usage-based fees for AI processing and storage are billed monthly in arrears
• All fees are non-refundable except as expressly stated in these Terms
• Prices may change with 30 days' written notice

Payment Methods and Processing

• Payment by credit card, ACH transfer, or approved payment methods
• Automatic billing for recurring subscriptions
• Responsibility for all taxes, duties, and governmental assessments
• Immediate notification required for payment method changes

Late Payment and Suspension

Late payments may result in:

• Late fees of 1.5% per month on overdue amounts
• Suspension of Services after 15 days past due
• Account termination after 30 days past due
• Collection costs and legal fees for unpaid amounts

No Legal Advice

AVOCATE.AI DOES NOT PROVIDE LEGAL ADVICE. Our Services are technology tools designed to assist legal professionals. All outputs require professional review and judgment. We are not a law firm and do not create attorney-client relationships.

Service Warranties

SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING:

• Merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
• Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of AI-generated content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Security against unauthorized access or data breaches

AI Technology Limitations

AI technology has inherent limitations and may produce inaccurate, incomplete, or biased results. Users must exercise professional judgment and verify all AI-generated content before use in legal proceedings.

Damages Limitation

IN NO EVENT SHALL AVOCATE.AI BE LIABLE FOR:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Professional malpractice claims or legal sanctions
• Damages resulting from AI-generated content or recommendations
• Third-party claims or actions

Maximum Liability

Our total liability for all claims arising from or related to these Terms or the Services shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Services in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $1,000, whichever is greater.

Essential Terms

These limitations are essential elements of the agreement between us. The Services would not be provided without these limitations.

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by providing written notice. Upon termination, you remain responsible for all charges incurred through the termination date.

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately for:

• Violation of these Terms or Acceptable Use Policy
• Non-payment of fees after notice and cure period
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Professional misconduct or ethical violations
• Security breaches or unauthorized access attempts

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your access to Services will be immediately suspended
• You may download your data for 30 days after termination
• We will delete your data according to our retention policies
• All payment obligations remain in effect
• Surviving provisions of these Terms remain enforceable

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action must be brought in the state or federal courts located in King County, Washington.

Dispute Resolution

Before initiating legal proceedings, parties agree to attempt resolution through:

• Direct negotiation between authorized representatives
• Mediation through a mutually agreed mediator
• Binding arbitration if mediation fails (for claims under $100,000)

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive the right to participate in class actions, collective actions, or representative proceedings.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any applicable service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Avocate.ai regarding the Services.

Modifications

We may modify these Terms at any time by posting updated terms on our website. Material changes will be communicated via email with 30 days' notice. Continued use constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Severability

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

Assignment

You may not assign these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

Force Majeure

Neither party is liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, or infrastructure failures.