Disclaimers and Limits of Liability
No Guarantees: While we strive to provide high-quality, professional services, Story Bridge Agency does not guarantee specific outcomes, including but not limited to bestseller status, specific sales figures, media features, publishing approvals, or overall commercial success for your book or project. Our responsibility is strictly limited to delivering the services outlined in your approved proposal or service agreement.
Indirect Damages: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Story Bridge Agency shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages. This includes, without limitation, lost profits, lost sales, loss of revenue, loss of business opportunities, or reputational harm arising out of or in connection with our services.
External Factors: We are not responsible for delays, interruptions, or failures in performance caused by third parties (including but not limited to publishing platforms, payment processors, hosting providers, or internet service providers) or by circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
Total Liability: In all circumstances, Story Bridge Agency’s total liability for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or our services, regardless of the cause of action, shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for the specific service directly giving rise to the claim.
Disputes and Legal Matters
Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Informal Resolution: In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter through good-faith informal discussions and negotiations.
Binding Arbitration: If informal resolution is unsuccessful, any unresolved dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the services provided shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in California, United States. The arbitrator’s decision shall be final and binding on both parties.
Jurisdiction: Both parties agree not to initiate legal proceedings in any court outside of the agreed arbitration process, except as necessary to enforce an arbitration award or as otherwise required by law.
Updates to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time to reflect changes in our services, business practices, or applicable laws and regulations. If material changes are made, we will provide notice through a prominent posting on our website or via direct communication (such as email). Continued use of our services after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: contact@scurlockpublishingcompany.com
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