1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Jackson Hedden Inc. website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, please do not use this website. Jackson Hedden Inc. ("we," "us," "the Designer") reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. PROFESSIONAL DISCLAIMER — ENGINEERING SERVICES

Please note that Jackson Hedden Inc. does not employ any Licensed Professional Engineers (P.E.). Our engineers hold degrees from ABET-accredited (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) institutions and bring hands-on expertise in industrial design, product development, and design for manufacturing.

Our role is to blend art, science, and technology to create functional, aesthetically pleasing, and usable products. We strive to innovate while considering manufacturing feasibility and market constraints. Our services do not constitute licensed professional engineering, and no work product should be interpreted as a certified engineering assessment, stamp, or seal.

3. DESIGN SERVICES — SCOPE & LIMITATIONS

Jackson Hedden Inc. provides professional industrial design services, including but not limited to: concept development, CAD modeling, prototyping, design for manufacturing, and product development consulting.

The Client acknowledges that no guarantee is made regarding a product's success, profitability, or manufacturability. All concepts and deliverables are provided "as is." Product development entails inherent risks, and the Designer makes no promise of financial success, sales targets, or market acceptance.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All intellectual property created by the Designer remains the property of Jackson Hedden Inc. until the applicable client fulfills all payment obligations in full, as outlined in any executed Design Services Agreement.

The Designer makes no warranty regarding the patentability or non-infringement of any concept, design, or product developed. Clients are responsible for conducting patent searches or legal reviews to ensure no infringement on third-party intellectual property rights.

5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY & DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Jackson Hedden Inc.'s maximum liability — whether in contract, tort, or otherwise — is limited to the net profit actually received by the Designer under the applicable agreement.

Jackson Hedden Inc. shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages (including lost profits), even if advised of their possibility.

Except as expressly stated in a signed agreement, the Designer disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The Designer does not warrant or endorse any third-party manufacturers, suppliers, or service providers.

6. CORPORATE SHIELD — NO PERSONAL LIABILITY

All claims or causes of action arising out of or related to any agreement or services shall be asserted solely against the business entity (Jackson Hedden, Inc.) and not against any of its owners, shareholders, officers, directors, or employees in their individual capacities.

7. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATIONS

Jackson Hedden Inc. has no ability and undertakes no obligation to certify that any product design complies with local, state, national, or international regulations, standards, or certifications. A qualified third party is required to assess and certify compliance. The Client is solely responsible for ensuring that any product meets all applicable laws and regulations.

8. PRODUCT LIABILITY & INDEMNIFICATION

The Designer assumes no product liability for any product manufactured or marketed by a Client. Clients shall indemnify, defend, and hold Jackson Hedden Inc. harmless against all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or related to a product's design, manufacture, marketing, or use.

9. NO FIDUCIARY RELATIONSHIP

Nothing on this website or in any agreement shall be construed as creating a fiduciary duty or special advisory role. The services rendered by Jackson Hedden Inc. do not include legal, financial, or business advice. All final decisions regarding product design, manufacture, marketing, and sale rest solely with the Client.

10. CONFIDENTIALITY

Any information shared between Jackson Hedden Inc. and its clients in connection with a project is considered confidential, unless it is or becomes publicly known. Each party shall hold the other's confidential information in strict confidence and use it solely to perform under the applicable agreement.

11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION & GOVERNING LAW

All disputes arising from or related to these Terms or any related agreement shall be exclusively resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. Arbitration shall occur in the State of Alabama, under Alabama law. The prevailing party in any legal action is entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and costs.

12. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. CONTACT

For questions about these Terms, please contact:

Jackson Hedden Inc.

Hello@jacksonhedden.com