Terms and Conditions

2.1 Legal Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using our services, including but not limited to:

• Intellectual property laws and copyright regulations
• Data protection and privacy legislation
• Consumer protection requirements
• Export control and trade compliance laws
• Anti-money laundering and fraud prevention regulations

2.2 Prohibited Activities

You expressly agree not to:

• Use our services for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose
• Violate the intellectual property rights of others
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with other users' ability to access our services
• Harvest or collect user information without authorization
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Engage in any activity that could damage our reputation or business

2.3 Content Guidelines

When providing content or project specifications, you must ensure that:

• You have the right to use and share all provided materials
• Content does not infringe on third-party intellectual property
• Materials are free from defamatory, obscene, or illegal content
• You have obtained necessary permissions and licenses

2.4 Age Restrictions

Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in their jurisdiction. By using our services, you represent that you meet these age requirements and have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.

3.1 Cooperation and Communication

To ensure successful project delivery, clients are responsible for:

• Providing clear project requirements and specifications
• Responding to requests for information in a timely manner
• Participating in scheduled meetings and reviews
• Providing feedback on deliverables within agreed timeframes
• Designating authorized representatives for project decisions

3.2 Indemnification Obligations

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Meridian Comet, its officers, employees, contractors, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of our services, violation of these terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

3.3 Privacy and Data Protection

If you provide us with personal data of third parties, you warrant that you have obtained all necessary consents and have the legal right to share such information. You remain responsible for compliance with applicable data protection laws regarding any data you collect or process.

3.4 Third-Party Interactions

Your interactions with third parties through or as a result of our services are solely between you and those third parties. We are not responsible for any disputes, damages, or losses arising from such interactions.

4.1 Service Warranties

We warrant that:

• Services will be performed with reasonable skill and care
• Deliverables will substantially conform to agreed specifications
• We have the right to provide the services offered
• Work will be performed by qualified professionals

4.2 Disclaimer of Warranties

Except as expressly stated, we disclaim all warranties, including:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties regarding uninterrupted or error-free service
• Guarantees of specific results or outcomes
• Warranties that defects will be corrected immediately

Our services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis to the extent permitted by applicable law.

4.3 No Consequential Damages

We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

4.4 Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, governmental actions, or technical failures.

6.1 Confidential Information

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or confidential information shared during the course of our business relationship. This includes technical data, business strategies, financial information, and project details marked as confidential.

6.2 Exceptions

Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that:

• Is publicly available through no fault of the receiving party
• Was rightfully possessed before disclosure
• Is independently developed without use of confidential information
• Must be disclosed by law or court order

8.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes through good-faith negotiation. Either party may initiate negotiations by providing written notice of the dispute.

8.2 Mediation

If informal negotiations fail, parties may agree to mediation before a mutually acceptable mediator before pursuing litigation.

8.3 Costs

Each party shall bear its own costs in dispute resolution unless otherwise agreed or awarded by a court or arbitrator.