1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By submitting an application to participate in the Keycase Law Referral Program ("Program"), you ("Referrer," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Agreement"). This Agreement constitutes a legally binding contract between you and Keycase Law, Inc. ("Keycase Law," "Company," "we," "us," or "our"), a Florida corporation with principal offices in Jacksonville, Florida.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM.

The Company reserves the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms and Conditions at any time, with or without prior notice. Modifications become effective immediately upon posting to the Company website at www.keycaselaw.com/terms. Your continued participation in the Program after any such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

2. DEFINITIONS

• 2.1 "Comprehensive Report" means the legal research document prepared by Keycase Law analyzing case law, statutes, legal precedents, and related materials relevant to a client's specific legal matter.
• 2.2 "Qualifying Referral" means a prospective client ("Referred Client") who: (a) is referred to Keycase Law by Referrer; (b) uses Referrer's unique Referral Code during the purchase process; (c) purchases a Comprehensive Report or other eligible service from Keycase Law; (d) completes full payment for such service; (e) does not request or receive a refund within the applicable refund period; and (f) was not previously a client of Keycase Law or in active communication with Keycase Law prior to the referral.
• 2.3 "Referral Code" means the unique alphanumeric identifier assigned to Referrer by Keycase Law for tracking referrals.
• 2.4 "Commission" means the referral fee payable to Referrer for each Qualifying Referral as specified in Section 5.
• 2.5 "Effective Date" means the date Referrer's application is approved by Keycase Law and Referrer receives written confirmation of acceptance into the Program.

3. ELIGIBILITY AND APPLICATION

3.1 Eligibility Requirements: To participate in the Program, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is greater;
• Be a legal resident of the United States;
• Not be a current employee, contractor, or immediate family member of an employee of Keycase Law, Inc.;
• Not be employed by or affiliated with a competing legal research company or law firm that provides substantially similar services;
• Not be subject to any professional discipline, disbarment, or sanctions that would prohibit participation in referral activities;
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations;
• Provide accurate, complete, and truthful information in your application;
• Not be located in or operating from any jurisdiction where the Program would violate local law; and
• Successfully complete identity verification as required by the Company.

3.2 Application Process: All applicants must submit a complete application including full legal name, current address, phone number, email address, and payment method information. Keycase Law reserves the absolute right to accept or reject any application for any reason or no reason, in its sole discretion, without explanation.

3.3 Identity Verification: Referrer agrees to provide government-issued identification and other documentation as reasonably requested by Keycase Law to verify identity and prevent fraud. Failure to provide requested documentation within 10 business days may result in application denial or immediate termination from the Program.

3.4 Background Screening: Keycase Law reserves the right to conduct background checks, credit checks, or other screening procedures on any applicant or participant. Discovery of false information, criminal convictions related to fraud or dishonesty, or other disqualifying factors may result in immediate termination without payment of outstanding commissions.

4. NATURE OF RELATIONSHIP

4.1 Independent Contractor Status: Referrer is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, partner, joint venturer, or representative of Keycase Law. This Agreement does not create an employment relationship, partnership, agency, or joint venture. Referrer has no authority to bind Keycase Law to any contract, liability, or obligation.

4.2 No Exclusive Relationship: This Agreement is non-exclusive. Referrer may participate in other referral programs and promote other services. Keycase Law may engage other referral partners and modify or terminate the Program at any time.

4.3 Tax Responsibility: Referrer is solely responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes arising from commissions earned. Keycase Law will issue IRS Form 1099-NEC for commissions totaling $600 or more in any calendar year. Referrer agrees to provide accurate taxpayer identification information (Social Security Number or Employer Identification Number) as required by law.

4.4 No Benefits: Referrer is not entitled to any employee benefits including but not limited to health insurance, retirement benefits, workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, paid time off, or any other benefits provided to Company employees.

5. COMMISSION STRUCTURE AND PAYMENT

5.1 Commission Rate: Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Referrer shall earn a commission equal to fifteen percent (15%) of the net purchase price paid by each Qualifying Referral for a Comprehensive Report or other eligible service. Net purchase price means the actual amount received by Keycase Law after deduction of: (a) payment processing fees; (b) chargebacks; (c) refunds; (d) sales taxes; (e) discounts or promotional adjustments; and (f) any other amounts not retained by Keycase Law.

5.2 Commission Calculation Examples:

• If a Referred Client purchases a Comprehensive Report for $500.00 and completes payment, and no refund is requested, Referrer earns: $500.00 × 15% = $75.00 (subject to adjustments in Section 5.1).
• If a Referred Client purchases a report for $500.00 but requests a full refund within the refund period, Referrer earns: $0.00.

5.3 No Commission Cap: There is no maximum limit on the total commissions Referrer may earn during the term of this Agreement, provided all referrals comply with this Agreement and applicable law.

5.4 Commission Modification: Keycase Law reserves the right to modify commission rates for future referrals upon thirty (30) days' written notice. Modified rates apply only to referrals made after the effective date of the modification and do not apply retroactively to prior Qualifying Referrals.

5.5 Payment Timing: Subject to Section 5.9, commissions for Qualifying Referrals are typically paid within forty-eight (48) to ninety-six (96) hours after the later of: (a) receipt of full payment from the Referred Client; and (b) expiration of any applicable refund or chargeback period. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Keycase Law reserves the right to delay payment for up to thirty (30) days to investigate suspected fraud, verify compliance with this Agreement, or address payment processing issues.

5.6 Payment Methods: Commissions may be paid via Cash App, Venmo, Square (Cash App Pay), or mailed check, at Referrer's election. Referrer is responsible for providing accurate payment information. Keycase Law is not liable for misdirected payments resulting from inaccurate payment information provided by Referrer. Checks will be mailed to the address on file and may take 7-14 business days for delivery. Electronic payments require valid account information and are subject to third-party payment processor terms. Referrer is responsible for all fees charged by payment processors or financial institutions. Keycase Law may change available payment methods upon reasonable notice.

5.7 Minimum Payout Threshold: Keycase Law may establish a minimum commission balance (e.g., $25.00) required before payment is processed. If a minimum threshold is established, unpaid commissions will accrue until the threshold is met, provided Referrer remains in good standing.

5.8 Currency: All payments are made in United States Dollars (USD).

5.9 Payment Conditions and Withholding: Keycase Law may withhold or delay payment of commissions if: (a) Referrer has not provided complete and accurate tax information (W-9 or equivalent); (b) There is reasonable suspicion of fraudulent activity, self-referrals, or violation of this Agreement; (c) The Referred Client has requested a refund or initiated a chargeback; (d) The Referred Client's payment has not cleared or is under dispute; (e) Referrer is subject to investigation for violation of this Agreement; (f) Required identity verification has not been completed; (g) Payment information provided by Referrer is incomplete, inaccurate, or invalid; (h) Keycase Law is required to withhold payment by law, court order, or regulatory directive; or (i) The referral is determined to be non-qualifying under Section 6. Commissions withheld under this Section may be forfeited entirely if violations are confirmed or if Referrer is terminated from the Program for cause.

6. QUALIFYING REFERRAL REQUIREMENTS

6.1 Valid Referral Criteria: A referral qualifies for commission payment only if ALL of the following criteria are met: (a) Use of Referral Code; (b) New Client; (c) Completed Purchase; (d) Full Payment; (e) No Refund; (f) No Chargeback; (g) Bona Fide Client; (h) Compliance with Terms; (i) No Prohibited Conduct; (j) Timely Reporting.

6.2 Attribution Period: A referral is attributed to Referrer only if the Referred Client uses Referrer's Referral Code at the time of purchase. There is no extended attribution period or "cookie" tracking. If a prospective client contacts Keycase Law without using a Referral Code, no commission is owed, even if Referrer made an initial introduction.

6.3 First Referral Priority: If multiple Referrers claim the same Referred Client, commission is paid only to the Referrer whose Referral Code was used by the client during purchase. In the event of a dispute, Keycase Law's determination is final and binding.

6.4 One-Time Commission: Commissions are paid only for the initial purchase made by a Referred Client using a Referral Code. Referrer does not earn commissions on: (a) Subsequent purchases by the same client; (b) Renewals, extensions, or upgrades; (c) Additional services purchased by the same client; or (d) Referrals made by the Referred Client to other parties. This is a single-tier, one-time commission program only.

6.5 Disqualified Referrals: The following referrals are DISQUALIFIED and ineligible for commission: (a) Self-referrals; (b) Referrals of immediate family members; (c) Referrals of business entities in which Referrer has an ownership interest; (d) Referrals made using false, misleading, or deceptive information; (e) Referrals generated through spam; (f) Referrals that violate Section 8; (g) Test purchases; (h) Clients who were already in communication with Keycase Law; (i) Referrals from ineligible individuals; (j) Referrals that violate applicable law.

7. MARKETING AND PROMOTIONAL GUIDELINES

7.1 Permitted Marketing Activities: Referrer may: (a) Share accurate information about Keycase Law's services; (b) Share the Company's website URL and Referral Code; (c) Describe personal experiences truthfully; (d) Distribute Company-approved marketing materials; (e) Discuss the availability of legal research services in general terms.

7.2 Required Disclosures (CRITICAL REQUIREMENT): Referrer MUST disclose the existence of the referral relationship and commission arrangement in all promotional communications where required by law. Example disclosure: "I may earn a commission if you purchase services through my referral link." Failure to comply may result in immediate termination.

7.3 Prohibited Marketing Practices: Referrer SHALL NOT: (a) Provide Legal Advice or engage in UPL; (b) Misrepresent Services; (c) Claim Affiliation beyond the referral relationship; (d) Use "Attorney" or "Lawyer" titles unless licensed; (e) Send Spam; (f) Bid on Trademark Keywords; (g) Create Misleading Domains; (h) Incentivize Referral Code Use (e.g., offering cash rebates); (i) Use Prohibited Content; (j) Make Guarantees about legal outcomes; (k) Solicit Vulnerable Populations predatorily; (l) Violate Platform Rules; (m) Engage in Cookie Stuffing or Fraud; (n) Impersonate Clients; (o) Use Coupon Sites without permission.

7.4 Trademark and Brand Usage: Referrer may use Keycase Law's name and logo solely for identifying the Company in connection with the referral relationship, subject to strict adherence to brand guidelines and no alteration.

7.5 Compliance with Law: Referrer must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FTC Endorsement Guides, CAN-SPAM Act, TCPA, and UPL statutes.

7.6 Monitoring and Enforcement: Keycase Law reserves the right to monitor Referrer's marketing activities. Violation of this Section may result in immediate termination.

8. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

8.1 Fraudulent Activity: Referrer SHALL NOT engage in self-referrals, fake referrals, credit card fraud, chargeback abuse, identity theft, or referral code manipulation. Fraudulent activity results in immediate termination and forfeiture of commissions.

8.2 Unauthorized Practice of Law: Referrer SHALL NOT provide legal advice, recommend strategies, interpret laws, draft documents, or negotiate settlements. REFERRER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT KEYCASE LAW IS A LEGAL RESEARCH COMPANY, NOT A LAW FIRM.

8.3 Interference with Business: Referrer shall not solicit Keycase Law employees, interfere with business relationships, disparage the Company, or engage in harmful conduct.

9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

9.1 Company Ownership: Keycase Law retains all ownership of its intellectual property.

9.2 Limited License: Referrer is granted a limited, revocable license to use Company trademarks for promotion only. This license terminates upon Agreement termination.

9.3 No Assignment: No assignment or transfer of rights is permitted.

9.4 Feedback: Any feedback provided becomes the property of Keycase Law.

10. CONFIDENTIALITY

10.1 Confidential Information: Includes commission structures, client info, strategies, methodologies, and financial/technical data.

10.2 Obligations: Referrer agrees to protect Confidential Information and not disclose it to third parties.

10.3 Client Privacy: Referrer shall not disclose the identity or details of any Referred Client. Violation may result in immediate termination.

10.5 Survival: Confidentiality obligations survive termination.

11. DATA PRIVACY AND SECURITY

11.1 Collection: Keycase Law collects personal information from Referrer for Program administration.

11.2 Use: Information is used for identity verification, payment, and compliance.

11.3 Security: Keycase Law implements security measures but cannot guarantee absolute security.

11.4 Third-Party Sharing: Keycase Law may share info with payment processors (Cash App, Venmo, Square) and tax authorities (IRS) but does not sell Referrer data for marketing.

11.5 Retention: Data is retained as required by law.

11.6 Responsibilities: Referrer is responsible for protecting their login/codes and complying with privacy laws.

12. TERM AND TERMINATION

12.1 Term: Commences on Effective Date and continues until terminated.

12.2 Termination by Referrer: May terminate at any time by written notice to [email protected].

12.3 Termination Without Cause: Keycase Law may terminate with 15 days' notice.

12.4 Termination for Cause: Keycase Law may terminate immediately for breach, fraud, UPL, or other violations. Upon termination for cause, Referrer forfeits unpaid commissions.

12.5 Effect: License terminates; promotional activities must cease; confidential info must be returned.

12.6 Modification: Keycase Law may modify or discontinue the Program.

13. INDEMNIFICATION

13.1 Obligations: Referrer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Keycase Law and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from Referrer's breach of this Agreement, violation of law, marketing activities, UPL, fraud, or negligence.

13.2 Defense: Keycase Law reserves the right to assume defense.

13.4 Survival: Indemnification obligations survive termination.

14. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND DISCLAIMERS

14.1 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THE PROGRAM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. KEYCASE LAW DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND MAKES NO GUARANTEES REGARDING EARNINGS POTENTIAL.

14.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KEYCASE LAW'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE TOTAL COMMISSIONS PAID TO REFERRER IN THE PRECEDING 6 MONTHS. KEYCASE LAW IS NOT LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.

14.3 Acknowledgment: Referrer acknowledges these limitations are fundamental to the agreement.

15. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

15.1 Referrer: Referrer warrants that they have legal capacity to enter this Agreement, provided accurate information, will comply with laws, will not engage in UPL, and understands Keycase Law is not a law firm.

15.2 Company: Keycase Law warrants it has authority to operate the Program and will pay commissions per terms.

16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

16.1 Governing Law: Florida law governs this Agreement.

16.2 Mandatory Arbitration: Disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the AAA.

16.3 Procedures: Arbitration shall take place in Jacksonville, Florida.

16.5 CLASS ACTION WAIVER: PARTIES WAIVE THE RIGHT TO BRING CLAIMS AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLASS PROCEEDING.

16.7 Waiver of Jury Trial: Parties waive right to jury trial.

16.8 Limitation Period: Claims must be filed within 1 year.

17. GENERAL PROVISIONS

17.1 Entire Agreement: This constitutes the entire agreement.

17.2 Amendment: Keycase Law may modify terms by posting updates.

17.3 Waiver: No waiver of provisions.

17.4 Severability: Invalid provisions shall be modified or severed.

17.5 Assignment: Referrer may not assign rights. Keycase Law may assign.

17.6 Beneficiaries: No third-party beneficiaries.

17.7 Force Majeure: Keycase Law not liable for delays beyond control.

17.8 Notices: Written notices to [email protected] or Referrer's email.

18. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS

18.1 General: Referrer agrees to comply with FTC Act, CAN-SPAM, TCPA, consumer protection laws, UPL statutes, data privacy laws, and tax laws.

18.2 UPL: Referrer acknowledges Keycase Law is not a law firm and shall not provide legal advice.

18.3 Tax: Referrer is responsible for tax reporting on commissions.

18.4 Sanctions: Referrer is not subject to U.S. sanctions.

19. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR ATTORNEYS

19.1 Requirements: If Referrer is an attorney, they must comply with professional conduct rules, advertising rules, and fee-sharing restrictions.

19.2 No Fee-Sharing: Commissions are referral fees for client development services, not legal fees.

20. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

BY SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION TO THE KEYCASE LAW REFERRAL PROGRAM OR BY PARTICIPATING IN THE PROGRAM, REFERRER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS IN THIS AGREEMENT.