Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Docket4Me (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, then you may not access the Service. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Docket4Me.

2. Description of Service

2.1 What Docket4Me Does

Docket4Me is a litigation docketing platform that:

• Analyzes court documents using AI technology (Anthropic's Claude)
• Extracts potential deadline and docketing events
• Calculates compliance dates using automated rules engines (FL Rule 2.514, FRCP Rule 6(a), etc.)
• Generates formatted entries for legal case management systems
• Provides collaboration tools for legal teams

2.2 Important Limitations

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Professional Use Only

You agree that you will:

• Use the Service only for legitimate legal professional purposes
• Independently verify all calculations and extracted information before relying on them
• Maintain appropriate professional judgment in all legal matters
• Comply with all applicable laws, rules of professional conduct, and court rules
• Safeguard your account credentials and maintain account security

3.2 Document Review and Verification

You acknowledge and agree that:

• AI extraction may contain errors, omissions, or misinterpretations
• All deadline calculations must be independently verified before use
• You are solely responsible for ensuring accuracy of all docket entries
• Local rules, holidays, and case-specific factors may affect calculations
• The Service is a starting point for your professional analysis, not a replacement for it

3.3 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

• Upload documents containing protected health information (PHI) without proper safeguards
• Share account access with unauthorized individuals
• Use the Service to violate client confidentiality or attorney-client privilege
• Attempt to reverse engineer, hack, or circumvent the Service
• Use the Service in ways that violate applicable law or professional ethics rules
• Upload malicious content, viruses, or harmful code

4. Data Ownership and Confidentiality

4.1 Your Data

You retain ownership of all documents, case information, and data you upload to the Service. We do not claim ownership of your content. However, by uploading content, you grant us a limited license to process, analyze, and store your content solely for the purpose of providing the Service to you.

4.2 Confidentiality Measures

While we implement reasonable security measures, you acknowledge that:

• Cloud-based processing inherently involves some data transmission and storage risks
• Third-party AI services (Anthropic) process your document content
• No system is completely secure against all potential threats
• You are responsible for evaluating whether our security meets your firm's requirements

5. Subscription Terms and Billing

5.1 Service Plans

We offer various subscription plans with different features and usage limits. Current pricing and plan details are available on our website. All fees are non-refundable except as required by law.

5.2 Billing and Payment

• Subscription fees are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
• Usage-based fees (per document processed) are billed monthly in arrears
• Payment is due upon receipt of invoice
• We may suspend access for non-payment after reasonable notice
• Price changes will be communicated at least 30 days in advance

5.3 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period. You remain responsible for all charges incurred before cancellation.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 Service Provided "As Is"

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Accuracy of AI extraction and deadline calculations
• Completeness of identified deadlines and events
• Compatibility with your specific jurisdiction or local rules
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Service
• Security against all potential data breaches or unauthorized access

6.2 Limitation of Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by law, in no event shall Docket4Me be liable for:

• Any missed deadlines, incorrect calculations, or missed opportunities resulting from use of the Service
• Professional malpractice claims or sanctions arising from reliance on our output
• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, business, or professional reputation
• Data loss or corruption (beyond our reasonable backup efforts)

Our total liability to you for any claim arising from or relating to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

6.3 Professional Responsibility

You acknowledge that you are ultimately responsible for all legal work product, client communications, court filings, and professional obligations. The Service is intended to assist, not replace, your professional judgment and independent verification.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Docket4Me and its affiliates, officers, agents, and employees from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the Service or your violation of these Terms.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including its software, algorithms, user interface, and documentation, is protected by intellectual property laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to use the Service according to these Terms.

8.2 Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about the Service become our property and may be used to improve our products and services without compensation to you.

9. Privacy and Data Processing

Our collection and use of your information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices, including our use of third-party AI services.

10. Modifications to Service and Terms

10.1 Service Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time. We will provide reasonable notice for material changes that affect your ability to use the Service.

10.2 Terms Changes

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or Service notification at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by following the cancellation process in your account settings.

11.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access immediately if you:

• Violate these Terms
• Use the Service in ways that could harm our systems or other users
• Fail to pay required fees
• Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. We will provide reasonable opportunity to export your data, but we may delete your data after termination according to our retention policies.

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

12.3 Limitation on Claims

Any claim arising from your use of the Service must be filed within one (1) year after such claim arose, or it will be forever barred.

13. Miscellaneous

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Docket4Me regarding the Service.

13.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.

13.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us: