1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website or engaging Cadmium for advisory services, you accept and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. If you do not agree, you should not use this website or engage our services. These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Cadmium concerning the provision of services.

2. Service Description

Cadmium provides legal advisory services in Hong Kong, including:

Anti-money laundering compliance consulting
Franchise agreement review and guidance
Statutory demand and insolvency advice

All services are subject to the specific terms set out in individual engagement letters. This website is informational only and does not constitute legal advice. Any information on this website should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional legal advice applicable to your specific situation.

3. Capacity and Age

By using this website or engaging our services, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements. If you are engaging on behalf of a business or organisation, you represent that you have authority to do so.

4. Advisory Services Terms

4.1 Engagement

All professional engagements are confirmed by written engagement letter. The engagement letter sets out the scope of work, fee structure, timeline, and specific terms applicable to your matter. These terms apply only to the extent they do not conflict with the engagement letter.

4.2 Scope of Services

Our services are limited to the scope set out in the engagement letter. We are not responsible for work outside the agreed scope, and any additional work is subject to separate agreement and additional fees.

4.3 Your Responsibilities

You agree to:

Provide accurate, complete information relevant to the engagement
Respond promptly to requests for information or documentation
Make decisions on matters requiring your approval in a timely manner
Inform us of any changes in circumstances relevant to the engagement

4.4 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Cadmium's liability for any claim arising from our services is limited to the fees you paid for the specific service in question in the six months preceding the claim. This limitation does not apply to liability for death, personal injury, or fraud.

5. Fees and Payment

5.1 Fee Structure

Fees for services are detailed in our engagement letter and may be structured as:

Fixed fees for defined deliverables
Hourly rates for time-based work
Project-based fees for defined scopes

5.2 Payment Terms

Invoices are typically issued upon completion of the relevant work phase. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice unless alternative terms are specified in the engagement letter. Late payment may incur interest at 1% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower.

5.3 Refund Policy

Refunds are available only if: (a) the engagement is terminated in writing before substantial work has commenced, or (b) we have made a material error in our work that we agree to correct at no additional cost. Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 30 days of the qualifying event.

5.4 Additional Costs

You agree to reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in delivering services, such as filing fees, courier costs, or third-party consultations.

6. Confidentiality and Privilege

Communications between you and Cadmium are confidential and may be subject to legal professional privilege. We will not disclose your information to third parties without your consent, except as required by law or court order. You acknowledge that privilege belongs to you and may be waived only by you.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our services are provided on an "as-is" basis. While we exercise professional care, we do not warrant that:

Particular results will be achieved
Our advice will prevent all legal, compliance, or business risks
Our services will meet your expectations in all respects

Legal matters are inherently uncertain. Outcomes depend on many factors beyond our control, including the other party's actions, regulatory decisions, and court proceedings. We make every effort to deliver professional advice, but cannot guarantee specific outcomes.

8. Termination of Engagement

Either party may terminate the engagement in writing. Upon termination:

We will cease work on the matter
You will remain responsible for fees for work completed to that date
We will provide copies of our work product (subject to your payment of outstanding fees)
Confidentiality and privilege obligations continue indefinitely

9. Dispute Resolution

9.1 Informal Resolution

If you have concerns about our services, please contact us at [email protected]. We will attempt to resolve your concern informally within 14 days.

9.2 Formal Resolution

If informal resolution is unsuccessful, either party may initiate formal dispute resolution. These terms are governed by the laws of Hong Kong SAR and subject to the jurisdiction of Hong Kong courts.

10. Intellectual Property

You retain ownership of any documents or information you provide. We retain ownership of our work product, methodology, and templates, though you receive a license to use our work product for the purposes of your engagement. You may not reproduce or distribute our work product without permission.

11. Disclaimer Regarding Website Content

While we endeavour to ensure accuracy, this website is provided for informational purposes only. We make no representation that information on this website is current, complete, or applicable to your specific situation. You should not rely on this information as legal advice. For advice applicable to your specific circumstances, please engage our advisory services.

12. Limitation on Website Use

You agree not to:

Reproduce or copy content without permission
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to website systems
Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
Use the website for any unlawful purpose

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically. Changes become effective when posted on this website. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of updated terms. We will notify you of material changes by email or website notice.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these terms or our services:

Legal Contact
Cadmium
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +852 2781 6394
Address: Unit 1905, 19/F, Fairmont House, 8 Cotton Tree Drive, Admiralty, Hong Kong

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