Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and ZeroToIP Inc., a Delaware C Corporation with offices in Los Angeles, California ("ZeroToIP," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the ZeroToIP platform at law.zerotoip.com (the "Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Platform.

2. Description of Services

ZeroToIP provides an AI-powered patent application preparation and filing service (the "Services"). Our Services include:

• AI-conducted patent interviews to gather invention details
• Automated prior art searches and analysis
• AI-generated patent application drafts including claims, specifications, and figures
• Review by licensed patent attorneys from our partner law firms
• USPTO filing services

Important Notice: ZeroToIP provides technology tools and coordinates with licensed patent attorneys. The legal services are provided by independent licensed attorneys through our partner law firms, not by ZeroToIP Inc. itself.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use the Platform. By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you meet this eligibility requirement.

4. Account Registration

To use the Services, you must create an account and provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use

You may not share your account or allow others to access the Services through your account.

5. Attorney-Client Relationship

Critical Understanding:

• ZeroToIP Inc. is a technology platform provider, not a law firm
• The attorney-client relationship is formed between you and the licensed patent attorneys at our partner law firms who review and file your patent application
• Communications with the AI system are facilitated by ZeroToIP's technology but are shared with reviewing attorneys
• Attorney-client privilege applies only to communications with licensed attorneys, not to general platform interactions

6. User Obligations and Conduct

You agree to:

• Provide truthful and accurate information about your invention
• Have the legal right to patent the invention you submit
• Not use the Services for any unlawful purpose
• Not submit content that infringes third-party intellectual property rights
• Not attempt to circumvent, disable, or interfere with the Platform's security features
• Not use automated systems to access the Platform without authorization

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Your Invention

You retain all ownership rights to your invention and any intellectual property you submit to the Platform. By using the Services, you grant ZeroToIP and our partner law firms a limited license to use your invention information solely for the purpose of preparing and filing your patent application.

7.2 Platform and AI Technology

ZeroToIP retains all rights, title, and interest in the Platform, including all software, algorithms, AI models, workflows, and related intellectual property. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on the Platform.

7.3 Generated Documents

The patent application documents generated through our Services become your property upon completion. However, the underlying templates, workflows, and AI processes remain ZeroToIP's intellectual property.

8. Fees and Payment

8.1 Service Fees

Current pricing is available on our website. The standard fee for patent application preparation and filing is approximately $7,500 per patent, though pricing may vary based on invention complexity.

8.2 Payment Terms

• Fees are due as specified during the checkout process
• All fees are in U.S. dollars
• Payment must be made before USPTO filing
• We accept credit cards and other payment methods as indicated on the Platform

8.3 Refund Policy

Due to the immediate deployment of AI resources and attorney time upon service initiation:

• Refunds may be available if requested before the AI interview is completed
• No refunds are available once attorney review has begun
• No refunds are available after USPTO filing
• Refund requests must be submitted in writing to contact@zerotoip.com

8.4 Additional Costs

USPTO filing fees are separate and paid directly to the USPTO. You are responsible for any subsequent costs including:

• USPTO examination fees
• Office action response fees
• Maintenance fees after patent grant

9. No Guarantee of Patent Grant

Critical Understanding: Using our Services does not guarantee that:

• Your patent application will be accepted by the USPTO
• Your patent will be granted
• Your patent will be enforceable
• Your invention is patentable

The USPTO makes independent determinations on all patent applications. Patent prosecution is complex and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 Service Limitations

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ZEROTOIP SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Errors or omissions in AI-generated content
• Decisions made by the USPTO
• Patent application rejections or invalidations
• Any damages exceeding the fees paid for the specific service

10.2 No Warranty

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

10.3 Professional Liability

Claims for professional negligence or malpractice must be directed to the reviewing attorney's law firm, not to ZeroToIP Inc.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ZeroToIP, its officers, directors, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• False or misleading information you provide
• Your invention or patent application

12. Confidentiality and Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However:

• No system is completely secure
• You use the Platform at your own risk
• We are not liable for unauthorized access resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control

See our Privacy Policy for detailed information about data handling.

13. Term and Termination

13.1 Term

These Terms remain in effect while you use the Platform or maintain an account.

13.2 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting contact@zerotoip.com. Termination does not entitle you to refunds for services already rendered.

13.3 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access immediately if you:

• Violate these Terms
• Provide false information
• Engage in fraudulent activity
• Use the Services in a manner that could harm ZeroToIP or others

13.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Platform ceases immediately
• Provisions regarding intellectual property, limitation of liability, and indemnification survive
• Completed patent applications remain your property

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Arbitration Agreement

Any dispute arising from these Terms or the Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules, except:

• Claims for intellectual property infringement
• Claims seeking equitable relief
• Small claims court matters within jurisdictional limits

14.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually. You waive any right to participate in class actions or class-wide arbitration.

14.4 Venue

If arbitration does not apply, exclusive jurisdiction lies with state and federal courts in Los Angeles County, California.

15. Modifications to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on the Platform. Continued use after modifications constitutes acceptance. Material changes will be communicated via email or Platform notification.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

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

18. No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

19. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

ZeroToIP Inc.
Los Angeles, California
Email: contact@zerotoip.com
Website: law.zerotoip.com

20. Special Provisions for Legal Services

20.1 Independent Attorneys

Patent attorneys reviewing your application are licensed professionals independent of ZeroToIP. They are responsible for their own professional conduct and malpractice insurance.

20.2 Jurisdictional Limitations

Services are only available for USPTO filings. International patent applications require separate arrangements.

20.3 Conflicts of Interest

If a reviewing attorney identifies a conflict of interest, we will assign a different attorney or provide a refund for services not yet rendered.