Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 2024
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE
Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using ClearCompliance services. By accessing or
using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree to these terms, do not
use our services. These terms contain important information about your legal rights, remedies, and
obligations, including mandatory arbitration and class action waiver provisions.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Customer," "you," or
"your") and ClearCompliance ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of our
website, services, and products (collectively, the "Services").
By:
Accessing or using our website
Creating an account
Purchasing our services
Downloading or using any documents we provide
You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy
Policy, which is incorporated by reference. If you are using our Services on behalf of an organization, you
represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
2. Service Description
2.1 What We Provide
ClearCompliance provides automated compliance documentation services for dental practices, including but
not limited to:
HIPAA privacy and security documentation templates
OSHA exposure control plans and safety policies
Infection control and sterilization protocols
Employee acknowledgment forms and training materials
Annual compliance checklists and maintenance updates
State-specific compliance guidance and templates
2.2 What We Do NOT Provide
ClearCompliance is a document generation and automation service. We explicitly DO NOT provide:
Legal Advice: We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice, legal representation, or legal opinions
Compliance Consulting: We do not provide personalized compliance consulting, auditing, or advisory
services
Regulatory Guidance: We do not interpret regulations or provide regulatory advice specific to your
situation
Guarantees of Compliance: We do not guarantee that our documents will ensure compliance with all
applicable laws and regulations
Professional Services: We do not provide accounting, tax, insurance, or other professional services
Implementation Support: We do not implement policies, train staff, or manage your compliance program
You are solely responsible for reviewing, customizing, implementing, and maintaining all documents and
policies for your practice. You should consult with qualified legal counsel, compliance professionals, and
other advisors regarding your specific compliance obligations.
3. Eligibility and Account Requirements
3.1 Eligibility
To use our Services, you must:
Be at least 18 years of age
Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
Operate a legitimate dental practice or healthcare business
Provide accurate and complete information
Not be prohibited from using our Services under applicable law
3.2 Account Registration
When creating an account, you agree to:
Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Maintain and promptly update your account information
Maintain the security of your account credentials
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
You may not share your account credentials, transfer your account to another party, or create multiple
accounts. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these requirements.
4. Payment Terms
4.1 Pricing and Fees
Our Services are offered through the following pricing models:
One-Time Setup Fee: A single payment for initial document generation and delivery
Monthly Subscription: Recurring monthly fee for ongoing document maintenance, updates, and support
Additional Services: Optional add-on services priced separately
All prices are displayed in U.S. dollars and are subject to change with 30 days' notice. Price changes will not
affect existing subscriptions until the next renewal period.
4.2 Payment Processing
By providing payment information, you:
Authorize us to charge your payment method for all fees
Represent that you have the legal right to use the payment method
Agree to pay all applicable taxes
Acknowledge that payments are processed by third-party payment processors
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and other payment methods as indicated on our website. All
payments are non-refundable except as expressly provided in these Terms.
4.3 Subscription Billing
For subscription services:
Billing occurs automatically on a monthly basis
Your payment method will be charged on the same day each month
Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
You must cancel before the next billing date to avoid charges
Failed payments may result in service suspension or termination
4.4 Refund Policy
One-Time Purchases: All one-time setup fees are non-refundable once documents have been generated and
delivered. If you are unsatisfied with the documents within 7 days of delivery, contact us for potential
resolution, but refunds are not guaranteed.
Subscriptions: Subscription fees are non-refundable. If you cancel your subscription, you will retain access
until the end of your current billing period, but no refund will be issued for partial months.
Exceptions: Refunds may be issued at our sole discretion in cases of service failure, technical errors, or other
exceptional circumstances.
4.5 Taxes
You are responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes, duties, and assessments. If we are
required to collect taxes, they will be added to your invoice.
5. User Obligations and Prohibited Conduct
5.1 Your Responsibilities
When using our Services, you agree to:
Provide accurate information about your dental practice
Review all documents carefully before implementation
Customize documents to fit your specific practice needs
Consult with qualified professionals regarding compliance obligations
Implement and maintain policies in accordance with applicable laws
Keep documents current and update them as regulations change
Train staff appropriately on policies and procedures
Maintain proper records and documentation
5.2 Prohibited Uses
You may NOT:
Use our Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
Provide false, misleading, or inaccurate information
Resell, redistribute, or sublicense our documents or services
Use our Services to compete with us or create similar products
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of our Services
Remove copyright notices, trademarks, or proprietary markings
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
Interfere with or disrupt our Services or servers
Use automated tools to access or scrape our website
Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
Harass, abuse, or harm other users or our staff
Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of your account and legal action.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Our Intellectual Property
All content, features, and functionality of our Services, including but not limited to:
Website design, layout, and user interface
Document templates and forms
Software, code, and algorithms
Text, graphics, logos, and images
Trademarks, service marks, and trade names
Proprietary processes and methodologies
Are owned by ClearCompliance or our licensors and are protected by U.S. and international copyright,
trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. All rights not expressly granted are
reserved.
6.2 Limited License to Use Documents
Subject to your compliance with these Terms and payment of applicable fees, we grant you a limited, non-
exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
Download and use documents for your internal business purposes only
Customize and modify documents for your specific practice needs
Print and distribute documents within your organization
This license does NOT permit you to:
Resell, redistribute, or sublicense documents to third parties
Use documents for multiple unrelated businesses without separate licenses
Remove or modify copyright notices or proprietary markings
Create derivative works for commercial purposes
Use our trademarks or branding without written permission
6.3 Feedback and Suggestions
If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about our Services, you grant us a perpetual, irrevocable,
worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and incorporate such feedback without compensation or
attribution.
7. Disclaimers and Warranties
7.1 No Legal or Professional Advice
CRITICAL DISCLAIMER:
ClearCompliance is NOT a law firm, does NOT provide legal advice, and does NOT create an attorney-
client relationship. Our documents are general templates and may not address your specific legal
obligations or circumstances. You MUST consult with qualified legal counsel, compliance
professionals, and other advisors regarding your compliance obligations. We make NO representations
that our documents will ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
7.2 "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Disclaimer
OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
Warranties that our Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
Warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
Warranties that documents will meet your specific needs or comply with all laws
Warranties regarding third-party content or services
7.3 No Guarantee of Compliance
We do NOT guarantee that using our documents will ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, state regulations,
or any other laws. Compliance requirements vary by jurisdiction, practice type, and specific circumstances.
You are solely responsible for ensuring your practice meets all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
7.4 Document Accuracy and Currency
While we strive to keep our documents current and accurate, laws and regulations change frequently. We do
NOT guarantee that documents reflect the most current legal requirements. You are responsible for verifying
that documents are appropriate and current for your jurisdiction and circumstances.
7.5 Third-Party Content and Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or reference third-party content. We do NOT endorse,
control, or assume responsibility for third-party content, products, or services. Your use of third-party
services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.
8. Limitation of Liability
8.1 Exclusion of Damages
IMPORTANT LIABILITY LIMITATION:
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CLEARCOMPLIANCE, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS,
EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
DAMAGES FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUE, LOST DATA, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION,
REGULATORY FINES, LEGAL FEES, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO
YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.
8.2 Cap on Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING
FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR OUR SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE
TOTAL AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) $500 USD.
8.3 Basis of the Bargain
You acknowledge that these limitations of liability are fundamental elements of the agreement between you
and ClearCompliance, and that we would not provide the Services without these limitations. These limitations
apply regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if a
remedy fails of its essential purpose.
8.4 Jurisdictional Limitations
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or damages. In such
jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ClearCompliance, its officers, directors, employees,
agents, affiliates, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs,
expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:
Your use or misuse of our Services
Your violation of these Terms or applicable laws
Your violation of any third-party rights
Your implementation or use of documents provided by us
Any regulatory violations, fines, or penalties related to your practice
Any claims by your employees, patients, or third parties
Any inaccurate or misleading information you provide
Your negligence or willful misconduct
This indemnification obligation survives termination of these Terms and your use of our Services. We reserve
the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, in which case you
agree to cooperate with our defense.
10. Term and Termination
10.1 Term
These Terms commence when you first access or use our Services and continue until terminated in
accordance with this section.
10.2 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by:
Cancelling your subscription through your account settings
Contacting our support team
Ceasing to use our Services
Termination does not entitle you to a refund of any fees already paid. You will retain access to subscription
services until the end of your current billing period.
10.3 Termination by Us
We may suspend or terminate your account and access to our Services immediately, without notice or liability,
for any reason, including but not limited to:
Violation of these Terms
Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
Non-payment of fees
Providing false or misleading information
Engaging in prohibited conduct
At our sole discretion for any other reason
10.4 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
Your right to access and use our Services immediately ceases
You remain liable for all fees and charges incurred prior to termination
We may delete your account and data (subject to legal retention requirements)
You must cease using all documents and materials provided by us
Provisions that by their nature should survive (disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, dispute
resolution) remain in effect
11. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
11.1 Informal Resolution
Before initiating any formal dispute resolution, you agree to contact us at legal@clearcompliance.com to
attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve disputes in good faith within 30 days.
11.2 Binding Arbitration
MANDATORY ARBITRATION CLAUSE:
Except as provided below, any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms
or our Services shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration
Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted by a
single arbitrator in [Your State/Location]. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and
judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. YOU AGREE TO WAIVE YOUR RIGHT
TO A JURY TRIAL AND TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION.
11.3 Exceptions to Arbitration
The following disputes are NOT subject to arbitration:
Claims for injunctive or equitable relief to protect intellectual property rights
Small claims court actions (if within jurisdictional limits)
Claims that cannot be arbitrated under applicable law
11.4 Class Action Waiver
YOU AGREE THAT DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY. YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT
TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION, COLLECTIVE ACTION, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. The arbitrator
may not consolidate claims or conduct class arbitration.
11.5 Opt-Out Right
You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to legal@clearcompliance.com within
30 days of first accepting these Terms. Your notice must include your name, address, and a clear statement
that you wish to opt out of the arbitration agreement.
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your State], United States,
without regard to its conflict of law provisions. For any disputes not subject to arbitration, you agree to submit
to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in [Your County/State].
13. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the
updated Terms on our website with a new "Last Updated" date and, where appropriate, by sending email
notification. Your continued use of our Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of
the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using our Services and cancel
your account.
14. General Provisions
14.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire
agreement between you and ClearCompliance regarding our Services and supersede all prior agreements
and understandings.
14.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall
continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to
make it valid and enforceable.
14.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or
provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative.
14.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We
may assign these Terms without restriction. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section is void.
14.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable
control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, government
actions, or internet/telecommunications failures.
14.6 Survival
Provisions that by their nature should survive termination (including disclaimers, limitations of liability,
indemnification, intellectual property rights, and dispute resolution) shall survive termination of these Terms.
14.7 Headings
Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Terms.
14.8 Language
These Terms are drafted in English. Any translations are provided for convenience only. In case of conflict,
the English version prevails.
15. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact us:
ClearCompliance
Legal Department
Email:
legal@clearcompliance.com
Support:
support@clearcompliance.com
Response Time: We will respond to legal inquiries within 5 business days
Acknowledgment
BY USING OUR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE
TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT
USE OUR SERVICES.
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