TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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Synergy Forensic Partners LLC

Last Updated: 7/29/2025

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "Client," or "you") and Synergy Forensic Partners/Synergy Partners LLC., a New York corporation ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website, services, or digital products, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

2. COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Synergy Forensic Partners, Inc. is a professional fraud examination and forensic accounting firm incorporated in New York. We provide fraud investigation services, expert witness testimony, consulting services, and digital educational products to businesses, individuals, and attorneys across multiple states.

3. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE LIMITATIONS

3.1 Nature of Services

Our fraud examination and forensic accounting services constitute professional opinions based on available evidence and generally accepted investigative practices. These services are NOT legal advice, and we are not acting as your attorney.

3.2 No Guaranteed Outcomes

We make no guarantees regarding:

• Detection of all fraudulent activities

• Recovery of losses or assets

• Specific investigation outcomes

• Timeline for completion of investigations

• Admissibility of findings in legal proceedings

3.3 Limitations and Dependencies

Our services are subject to:

• Client cooperation and full disclosure

• Access to relevant personnel, records, and systems

• Availability and integrity of evidence

• Cooperation of third parties

• Legal and regulatory constraints

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

4.1 Company Ownership

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, educational materials, blog posts, and digital products, is the exclusive property of Synergy Forensic Partners, Inc. and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Prohibited Use

You may NOT:

• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or republish any content from this website

• Use our logos, trademarks, or proprietary materials without written permission

• Create derivative works based on our content

• Use our materials for commercial purposes without authorization

• Remove or alter copyright notices or proprietary markings

4.3 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to view and use our website content solely for your personal or business evaluation of our services.

5. USER CONDUCT AND ACCEPTABLE USE

5.1 Prohibited Activities

When using our website, services, or client portals, you agree NOT to:

• Upload, post, or transmit any unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable content

• Provide false, misleading, or derogatory information

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

• Infringe upon the rights of others

• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

• Interfere with the proper functioning of our website or services

5.2 Document Uploads

When uploading documents through our website or client portals:

• You warrant that you have the legal right to share such documents

• You consent to our review and analysis of uploaded materials

• You understand that uploaded documents become part of our work product

• You agree to maintain confidentiality regarding our investigation methods

6. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS CONSENT

By using our website and services, you consent to:

• Receive electronic communications from us

• Electronic delivery of contracts, invoices, and other documents

• Electronic signatures on agreements and documents

• Storage of communications in electronic format

• Our use of electronic records for business purposes

7. CONFIDENTIALITY AND DATA SECURITY

7.1 Our Commitment

We maintain strict confidentiality regarding all client information and investigation details. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data.

7.2 Client Obligations

Clients agree to:

• Maintain confidentiality regarding our investigation methods

• Not disclose our findings without authorization

• Protect login credentials for client portals

• Notify us immediately of any suspected security breaches

8. BILLING AND PAYMENT TERMS

8.1 Retainer Requirements

Professional services require an upfront retainer payment before work commences. Retainer amounts are specified in separate engagement agreements.

8.2 Billing Methods

We bill on both hourly and project-based structures as outlined in individual engagement agreements.

8.3 Additional Costs

Clients are responsible for reimbursing reasonable expenses including travel, technology costs, subcontractor fees, and court appearance expenses.

8.4 Payment Terms

Invoices are due within 30 days of receipt. Unpaid balances may result in suspension of services and collection activities.

9. EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES

9.1 Separate Engagement

Expert witness services require separate agreements and fee structures from investigation services.

9.2 Court Availability

While we make reasonable efforts to accommodate court schedules, we cannot guarantee availability for specific dates.

9.3 Testimony Limitations

Expert witness testimony is limited to matters within our professional expertise and based on work actually performed.

10. DISCLAIMERS AND WARRANTIES

10.1 "As-Is" Basis

Our website and services are provided on an "as-is" and "available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

10.2 No Professional Relationship

Use of our website does not create a professional or attorney-client relationship until a formal engagement agreement is executed.

10.3 Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites linked from our site.

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Synergy Forensic Partners, Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

12. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Synergy Forensic Partners, Inc., its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of our website or services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

13. TERMINATION

13.1 Our Rights

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services at any time, with or without notice, for violation of these Terms or any other reason.

13.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our website and services ceases immediately. Provisions regarding confidentiality, intellectual property, and limitation of liability survive termination.

14. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in New York County, New York.

14.3 Professional Services Disputes

Disputes related to professional services are subject to the dispute resolution procedures outlined in separate engagement agreements.

15. MODIFICATIONS

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

16. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any executed engagement agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Synergy Forensic Partners, Inc. regarding use of our website and services.

18. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms, please contact:

Synergy Forensic Partners, Inc.