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Terms of Use

Last updated: January 19, 2024

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and SRM Consulting ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") concerning your access to and use of our website and services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this website.

Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise indicated, the website and all content, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, and audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by SRM Consulting and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the material on our website without our prior written consent.

User Representations

By using the website, you represent and warrant that:

  • All information you submit is true, accurate, current, and complete
  • You have the legal capacity and agree to comply with these Terms of Use
  • You are not a minor in the jurisdiction in which you reside
  • You will not access the website through automated or non-human means
  • You will not use the website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Your use of the website will not violate any applicable law or regulation

Prohibited Activities

You may not access or use the website for any purpose other than that for which we make it available. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

  • Systematically retrieving data or content from the website to create a collection, compilation, database, or directory
  • Making improper use of our support services or submitting false reports
  • Using any information obtained from the website to harass, abuse, or harm another person
  • Attempting to bypass any measures designed to prevent or restrict access to the website
  • Engaging in unauthorized framing of or linking to the website
  • Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or any other malicious code
  • Interfering with, disrupting, or creating an undue burden on the website
  • Using the website in a manner inconsistent with any applicable laws or regulations

Services and Content

The information provided on the website is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, we make no representations or warranties of any kind about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website.

Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. Professional engineering services require formal engagement and agreements separate from website use.

Professional Services Agreement

Use of this website does not establish a professional services relationship. All professional engineering services require a separate written agreement that will outline the specific scope of work, deliverables, timelines, fees, and terms and conditions applicable to that engagement.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event will SRM Consulting, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, or licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the website or any content on the website.

This includes, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, use, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SRM Consulting and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms of Use or your use of the website.

User Data

We will maintain certain data that you transmit to the website for the purpose of managing the performance of the website, as well as data relating to your use of the website. Although we perform regular routine backups of data, you are solely responsible for all data that you transmit or that relates to any activity you have undertaken using the website.

Third-Party Websites and Content

The website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by SRM Consulting. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We do not warrant the offerings of any of these entities or their websites.

Modifications and Interruptions

We reserve the right to change, modify, or remove the contents of the website at any time without notice. We also reserve the right to modify or discontinue all or part of the website without notice. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the website.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use and your use of the website are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand applicable to agreements made and to be entirely performed within New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms of Use will be brought exclusively in the courts located in Wellington, New Zealand, and the parties irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue therein.

Changes to Terms of Use

We reserve the right to make changes to these Terms of Use at any time. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last updated" date of these Terms of Use. Your continued use of the website following the posting of revised Terms of Use means that you accept and agree to the changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

SRM Consulting

Email: shruti@srmconsulting.co.nz

Location: Wellington, New Zealand