Last Updated: January 2026
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the website and services provided by Verdicton Research Ltd ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to any part of these Terms, you may not use our services.
Legal Entity: Verdicton Research Ltd
VAT Number: 847392105 RT 0001
Address: 150 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3H9, Canada
Email: labs@verdicton.bond
Phone: +1 403 266 1192
Jurisdiction: Province of Alberta, Canada
Verdicton Research Ltd provides forensic auditing, financial investigation, and legal compliance services. Our services are designed to deliver precision analysis and expert opinion for litigation support, regulatory compliance, and business intelligence purposes. Service scope, deliverables, and timelines are defined in individual engagement letters and project agreements.
Engagement with Verdicton Research Ltd begins upon execution of a formal engagement letter or service agreement. All terms regarding scope of work, fees, billing, and deliverables are outlined in the engagement agreement. In the event of conflict between these Terms and a specific engagement agreement, the engagement agreement shall control.
Our fees are established in the engagement letter and may be based on hourly rates, fixed fees, or alternative billing arrangements. Invoices are due within 30 days of issuance unless otherwise specified. Overdue accounts may incur interest charges at a rate of 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is less. We reserve the right to suspend services if payment is not received.
Clients are responsible for reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of services, including travel, expert consultants, technology licensing, and third-party research tools. Expense reimbursement shall be itemized on invoices.
Verdicton Research Ltd maintains strict confidentiality regarding all client information obtained during engagement. We will not disclose client information to third parties without express written consent, except as required by law or court order. All communications, work product, and findings are treated as confidential.
When Verdicton Research Ltd is engaged by attorneys or at the direction of legal counsel for litigation support or legal advice, work performed may be protected by attorney-client privilege or work product doctrine. Clients must clearly indicate at engagement if privilege protection is intended. Privilege is not extended to matters engaged for business advice, regulatory compliance, or non-legal purposes.
Verdicton Research Ltd will resist disclosure of confidential information and work product when legally able. However, we will comply with valid subpoenas, court orders, and legal requirements, and will notify the client promptly upon receipt of any such demand. Client shall have the opportunity to seek protective orders or assert privilege claims.
All reports, analyses, methodologies, tools, and work product created by Verdicton Research Ltd as part of an engagement ("Work Product") remain the exclusive property of Verdicton Research Ltd unless expressly transferred in writing. The client is granted a limited, non-exclusive license to use the Work Product for the purposes stated in the engagement agreement.
Any methodologies, software tools, databases, or frameworks developed or used by Verdicton Research Ltd prior to or independent of the engagement remain our proprietary property. Clients may use such tools solely in the context of the engagement and may not reproduce, distribute, or commercialize them without express written permission.
Clients retain all ownership rights to materials provided by them. Verdicton Research Ltd shall use such materials solely for purposes of the engagement and shall not disclose or use them for any other purpose without written consent.
Our services are limited to the scope defined in the engagement letter. Work outside the defined scope will not be performed unless authorized in writing and subject to additional fees. Verdicton Research Ltd does not provide legal advice, tax advice, or accounting services unless explicitly contracted to do so.
Verdicton Research Ltd relies on information, documents, and data provided by the client and third parties. We do not independently verify the accuracy or completeness of such information unless engagement scope specifically includes verification procedures. Our analysis is based on information available and tested during the engagement period.
While Verdicton Research Ltd exercises professional skill and care, we do not guarantee specific outcomes, findings, or results. Forensic investigation and auditing involve analysis of complex data and circumstances; findings are based on evidence available and professional judgment.
When retained for expert opinion or litigation support, Verdicton Research Ltd professionals may provide expert testimony, reports, and analysis consistent with applicable rules of evidence and professional standards. Expert services are provided independently and objectively.
Verdicton Research Ltd does not guarantee admissibility of expert reports or testimony. Admissibility is determined by judges and courts according to applicable rules of evidence. Clients are responsible for consulting with legal counsel regarding evidentiary standards and requirements.
Verdicton Research Ltd reserves the right to decline engagement if a conflict of interest exists, if we believe the engagement is improper, or if requested to perform work inconsistent with professional standards or legal requirements. We may withdraw from engagement if the client requests unethical or illegal work.
Verdicton Research Ltd shall perform services in accordance with standards of professional practice for forensic auditors and investigators. We do not warrant that our work will be error-free or that findings will be accepted by third parties.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, VERDICTON RESEARCH LTD'S LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR SERVICES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY THE CLIENT FOR THE ENGAGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL VERDICTON RESEARCH LTD BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR LOSS OF USE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Clients must notify Verdicton Research Ltd of any claims or disputes within one (1) year of the date the cause of action arose, or such claims shall be deemed waived. Failure to provide timely notice may result in loss of any remedies.
Services are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Verdicton Research Ltd does not warrant that services will meet client expectations or achieve desired outcomes.
Information provided on Verdicton Research Ltd's website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. The website is provided "as is" and we make no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information.
Client shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Verdicton Research Ltd, its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to: (a) client's violation of these Terms or applicable law; (b) client-provided information or materials; (c) client's use of work product; or (d) disputes between client and third parties regarding the engagement.
Collection, use, and protection of personal information are governed by Verdicton Research Ltd's Privacy Policy. By engaging our services or providing personal information, you consent to data processing practices described in our Privacy Policy.
Verdicton Research Ltd complies with applicable privacy and data protection laws including the Canadian Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and provincial privacy legislation. We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
Client may terminate engagement by providing written notice to Verdicton Research Ltd. Termination does not relieve client of obligation to pay for services rendered through the termination date and reasonable costs incurred in winding down the engagement.
Verdicton Research Ltd may terminate engagement: (a) for non-payment of invoices; (b) if client violates these Terms or applicable law; (c) if continuation would be unethical or improper; (d) if a conflict of interest arises; or (e) for any reason upon 30 days' written notice. Termination does not release client's obligation to pay for work performed.
All work papers, notes, analysis, and documentation created during the engagement are the property of Verdicton Research Ltd. Work papers may be requested through legal process, but client does not have automatic right to access work papers. We shall retain work papers for seven (7) years following engagement conclusion, after which they may be destroyed.
Client is responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance coverage for risks associated with the engagement. Verdicton Research Ltd carries professional liability insurance as required by law and professional standards. Insurance coverage may not extend to all claims and shall not limit our liability beyond amounts specified in these Terms.
These Terms and all engagement matters shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles. Client consents to jurisdiction of courts located in Alberta for any disputes.
In the event of dispute, client and Verdicton Research Ltd agree to first attempt good faith negotiation to resolve the matter. Negotiation shall be conducted by representatives with authority to settle.
If negotiation does not resolve the dispute, either party may initiate mediation or arbitration. Disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration under rules of the Canadian Arbitration Association or equivalent forum. Arbitration shall be conducted in Calgary, Alberta. Each party shall bear its own costs; arbitrator fees shall be shared equally unless otherwise determined.
Verdicton Research Ltd reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Modifications become effective when posted on the website. Continued use of services following posting constitutes acceptance of modified Terms. Clients are advised to review these Terms periodically for changes.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. If severance of any provision materially alters these Terms, either party may terminate the engagement.
These Terms, together with the engagement letter and any amendments executed in writing, constitute the entire agreement between client and Verdicton Research Ltd regarding the engagement and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements, whether written or oral. No oral statements or side agreements are valid unless confirmed in writing by an authorized representative of Verdicton Research Ltd.
For questions regarding these Terms or our services, please contact:
Verdicton Research Ltd
150 9 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 3H9
Canada
Email: labs@verdicton.bond
Phone: +1 403 266 1192
These Terms of Service are effective as of January 2026 and apply to all engagements with Verdicton Research Ltd. By engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.