Terms of Service
Last Updated: November 2024
Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Benton Bray PLLC website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.
Professional Services
Benton Bray PLLC provides professional accounting, tax preparation, business consulting, and related financial services. Our services are subject to the following terms:
- Engagement Letters: All professional services require a signed engagement letter that outlines the scope of work, fees, and responsibilities.
- Professional Standards: We adhere to the professional standards set forth by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Washington State Board of Accountancy.
- No Attorney-Client Relationship: Unless explicitly stated in a separate engagement letter, our services do not create an attorney-client relationship.
- Client Responsibilities: Clients are responsible for providing accurate, complete, and timely information necessary for us to perform our services.
Website Use
By using our website, you agree to:
- Use the website only for lawful purposes
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website
- Not transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code
- Not use automated systems to access the website without our permission
- Not copy, reproduce, or distribute content without authorization
- Respect all intellectual property rights
Information Accuracy
The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Tax laws and regulations change frequently, and the information on this website may not reflect the most current developments. You should not act upon any information on this website without seeking professional counsel tailored to your specific situation.
No Professional Relationship
Visiting our website, contacting us via email or phone, or downloading materials from our website does not create a professional relationship between you and Benton Bray PLLC. A professional relationship is established only when we have agreed to provide services to you through a signed engagement letter.
Confidentiality
Do not send confidential or sensitive information through unsecured email or contact forms. Until a professional relationship is established through a signed engagement letter, communications may not be protected by professional confidentiality privileges.
Fees and Payment
Fees for our professional services are outlined in individual engagement letters. General payment terms include:
- Fees are based on the complexity of work, time required, and expertise needed
- Payment is due upon receipt of invoice unless otherwise agreed in writing
- We reserve the right to charge interest on overdue accounts
- We may suspend services for non-payment
Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Benton Bray PLLC or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Benton Bray PLLC shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
- Damages arising from your use or inability to use our website
- Damages resulting from reliance on information obtained from our website
Our liability for professional services is governed by the terms of individual engagement letters and applicable professional standards.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Benton Bray PLLC, its partners, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from your use of our website or violation of these Terms.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. You access third-party websites at your own risk.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in King County, Washington.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Benton Bray PLLC
3015 112th Ave NE, Ste. 210
Bellevue, WA 98004
Phone: 425-827-8100
Email: info@BentonBray.com