Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of R. Harlalka & Co.
By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions without limitation or qualification.

Use of this website does not establish a Chartered Accountant–client relationship unless a formal engagement agreement is duly executed.

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue access to the website or any portion thereof, at our sole discretion, without prior notice.

2. Services and Engagement

Information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

Professional services are rendered only upon the execution of a formal engagement letter, setting out the specific scope, terms, and conditions.

RHC reserves the absolute right to accept or decline any assignment without assigning any reason.

Any timelines mentioned are indicative only and not binding on RHC unless specifically committed in a signed engagement.

3. Limitation of Liability

RHC shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or expenses incurred by any party arising from:

• Use or reliance on any information provided on the website.
• Delays, errors, omissions, or interruptions in service.
• Any third-party links or resources accessed through the website.
  

In all circumstances, RHC’s maximum liability shall be limited to the amount of fees actually received from the client for the specific service rendered.

Under no circumstances shall RHC be liable for any consequential, incidental, punitive, or indirect damages.

4. Client Obligations

Clients must provide accurate, complete, and timely information and documents necessary for the provision of professional services.

RHC shall not be responsible for delays, penalties, non-compliance, or financial losses arising out of incomplete, inaccurate, or delayed information provided by the client.

Clients are solely responsible for decisions made based on deliverables or advice provided, and RHC shall not bear any responsibility for business, financial, or tax consequences resulting from such decisions.

5. Payment Terms

All invoices must be settled strictly within the timelines specified in the engagement letter or invoice.
Interest at 18% per annum may be charged on overdue payments without further notice.

Professional fees once paid are non-refundable, regardless of early termination of services, unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing.

RHC reserves the right to suspend services or withhold deliverables in case of delayed or non-payment.

All fees are exclusive of taxes, duties, or levies unless otherwise specified.

6. Intellectual Property and Confidentiality

All materials, templates, methodologies, documents, and content shared by RHC are proprietary and protected under intellectual property laws.
Clients are prohibited from reproducing, distributing, or using such materials beyond the scope of engagement.

Both parties shall maintain strict confidentiality. However, RHC shall not be liable for disclosure where required by law, court orders, regulatory mandates, or ICAI guidelines.

7. Professional Compliance

RHC strictly abides by the ICAI Code of Ethics and relevant statutory regulations.
Nothing in these Terms should be construed to authorize solicitation or advertising prohibited under applicable laws or professional standards.

8. Disclaimers

While efforts are made to ensure the information on this website is accurate, RHC makes no warranties or representations regarding its completeness, reliability, or accuracy.

All information is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

Third-party links, if any, are provided merely for convenience. RHC does not endorse or assume responsibility for content on third-party sites.

9. Indemnity

Clients and users agree to indemnify and hold harmless RHC, its partners, associates, employees, and agents from and against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses arising from:

• Breach of these Terms.
• Misuse of the website.
• Violation of any applicable law or rights of a third party.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India.
All disputes arising shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts at Kolkata, West Bengal, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

11. Data Protection and Privacy

RHC is committed to protecting client and user information. Data shared voluntarily by users will be used solely for professional purposes and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

Client data may be disclosed where required by law or regulatory authorities without prior client consent.

RHC is not responsible for any data breaches arising from third-party service providers or hacking activities beyond our reasonable control.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

1. Cancellation

No cancellation of professional engagements shall be permitted once initiated, unless mutually agreed in writing.

2. Refunds

Professional fees paid are non-refundable except in cases of gross negligence on the part of RHC, duly established under applicable law.

Administrative and consultation fees are strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.

Taxes collected and paid to authorities are non-refundable.

3. Dispute Resolution

Before initiating legal proceedings, parties shall attempt amicable settlement and mediation.
If unresolved, disputes shall be referred to arbitration by a sole arbitrator appointed by RHC, conducted in Kolkata, West Bengal under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

Contact Details

For official communication, queries, or grievances:

📧 Email: harlalkar@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +91-8981222369

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions without reservation.