About Independent Protective Services

Our Mission

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Company Name: Independent Protection Services (“IPS”)
Email: xfoster@independentprotection.net

1. Acceptance of Terms

By engaging with IPS for any of our services—including but not limited to legal support services, security guard services, and investigative services—you (“Client”) acknowledge and agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and IPS.

2. Scope of Services

IPS provides a range of professional services, including but not limited to:

Legal Support Services: Paralegal document preparation, litigation support, case research, legal filings, contract drafting, and related services.
Security Services: Armed and unarmed guards, event security, executive protection, premises patrol, and security consulting.
Investigative Services: Surveillance, background checks, witness interviews, civil investigations, and evidence gathering.

Each service agreement may include a written retainer or engagement letter outlining specific deliverables and timelines.

3. Service Delivery and Performance Standards

IPS operates with the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity. All services are performed by qualified professionals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

While IPS strives for the best possible outcome in every engagement, no guarantees, warranties, or promises are made regarding the outcome of legal, investigative, or protective services. Client acknowledges that results may vary based on factors outside IPS's control, including but not limited to judicial discretion, third-party cooperation, or uncontrollable external events.

4. No Refund Policy

All sales and service agreements are final. IPS does not offer refunds under any circumstances. This includes, but is not limited to:

Client dissatisfaction with service outcome
Service cancellation by the Client after work has commenced
Situations where IPS has acted in good faith and performed services as agreed
Inability to deliver desired results due to third-party or external limitations

Clients understand and agree that fees paid represent compensation for professional time, effort, access to expertise, and allocation of resources—not specific results.

5. Payment Terms

All services must be prepaid in full unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Retainer fees must be paid prior to the commencement of any legal or investigative services.
Event security and contracted guard assignments must be secured via deposit or retainer no later than [X] business days before the assignment.

Late payments or chargebacks may result in service termination and legal action.

6. Client Responsibilities

Clients are responsible for:

Providing accurate and complete information
Cooperating fully with IPS staff and contractors
Not interfering with or disrupting security or investigative protocols
Not requesting services that would require or imply unlawful or unethical behavior

7. Confidentiality and Privacy

IPS adheres to strict confidentiality protocols and protects all Client information to the fullest extent of the law. Information shared during legal or investigative services will be treated as privileged and will not be disclosed to third parties without written authorization, unless required by law.

8. Limitation of Liability

IPS shall not be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of or relating to the services provided. Maximum liability for any claim shall not exceed the total amount paid by the Client for services rendered in the disputed engagement.

9. Termination

Either party may terminate services upon written notice. IPS reserves the right to cease work if the Client breaches these Terms or fails to provide required cooperation or payment.

10. Jurisdiction and Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without regard to conflict of law provisions. All disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate court of [Insert County], Oregon.

11. Modification of Terms

IPS reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Clients will be bound by the most current version of these Terms at the time of service engagement.

12. Acknowledgment and Agreement

By requesting services or making payment to IPS, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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