Terms of Use

LWOP Media & Consulting, LLC

Terms &
Conditions.

These terms govern all engagements with LWOP Media & Consulting, LLC. By entering into a contract or agreement, clients acknowledge and accept the following conditions.

01

Payment Terms

  • Invoices are due within 15 days unless otherwise stated in the agreement.
  • Late payments may incur a 10% late fee after 30 days.
  • Payments may be made via electronic transfer, check, or approved digital payment method.

02

Retainer Requirements (Legal Cases)

  • Independent Forensic Gang Expert (IFGE) services require a $2,500 retainer before work begins.
  • The retainer is applied to the first 10 hours of work.
  • Additional hours are billed at the standard hourly rate.
  • Court testimony requires a 3-hour minimum.

03

Cancellation & Rescheduling

  • Cancellations within 48 hours of a scheduled service may incur a cancellation fee.
  • Court testimony cancellations follow standard legal industry practices and may require payment for reserved time.
  • Media production cancellations within 72 hours may incur crew and equipment fees.

04

Confidentiality

  • All client information, case materials, and project content are kept strictly confidential.
  • Sensitive materials are stored securely and accessed only for the purpose of fulfilling the contracted work.
  • Confidentiality may be waived only when required by law or court order.

05

Intellectual Property

  • LWOP Media & Consulting retains ownership of all intellectual property created unless otherwise stated in writing.
  • Clients receive usage rights appropriate to their contract or license.
  • Curriculum, media, and written materials may not be reproduced, distributed, or altered without written permission.
  • Licensing agreements specify the scope and duration of usage rights.

06

Media Usage Rights

  • Media produced by LWOP Media & Consulting may be used only for the purposes outlined in the contract.
  • Additional usage (broadcast, distribution, resale, or public release) requires a separate licensing agreement.
  • Raw footage remains the property of LWOP Media & Consulting unless otherwise negotiated.

07

Travel & Expenses

  • Clients are responsible for travel costs including transportation, lodging, and per diem when applicable.
  • Travel time is billed at the standard travel rate.
  • Mileage is billed at the current IRS standard mileage rate.

08

Project Timelines

  • Timelines are established during the proposal phase and honored to the best of our ability.
  • Delays caused by incomplete information, late materials, or client-side changes may extend delivery dates.
  • Rush services may be available for an additional fee.

09

Revisions & Edits

  • Most projects include one round of revisions unless otherwise stated.
  • Additional revisions are billed at the standard hourly rate.
  • Revisions must fall within the original scope of work.

10

Professional Boundaries

  • LWOP Media & Consulting maintains trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and ethical practices.
  • Services will not be provided in situations that compromise safety, legality, or professional integrity.
  • IFGE services follow strict ethical guidelines and cannot be influenced by desired outcomes.

11

Termination of Services

  • Either party may terminate a contract with written notice.
  • Work completed up to the termination date must be paid in full.
  • Retainers are non-refundable once work has begun.

12

Liability

  • LWOP Media & Consulting provides services to the best of its professional ability but cannot guarantee legal outcomes, institutional decisions, or third-party actions.
  • Clients are responsible for verifying that all materials meet their institutional or legal requirements.

Questions About These Terms?

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