Terms of Service
These terms outline the conditions under which we provide our services. Please review them carefully before engaging with us.
Last Updated: February 7, 2026
Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using the Claremont Software website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.
Description of Services
Claremont Software provides custom software development services, including but not limited to:
- Web application design and development
- Mobile application development
- Cloud infrastructure and deployment solutions
- Software architecture consulting
- Ongoing maintenance and support
Scope of Work
Project Agreements
Each project engagement is governed by a separate Statement of Work (SOW) or project agreement that defines the specific scope, deliverables, timeline, milestones, payment schedule, intellectual property arrangements, and support terms.
Scope Changes
Any modifications to the agreed scope of work must be documented and approved in writing by both parties. Additional work outside the original scope may result in adjusted timelines and costs.
Payment Terms
- Payment schedules and terms are outlined in individual project agreements
- Invoices are typically due within 30 days of issuance
- Late payments may be subject to additional fees as specified in the project agreement
- We reserve the right to suspend work on accounts with overdue payments
Intellectual Property
Client-Owned Work Product
Upon full payment, clients retain ownership of custom code developed specifically for their project, with the exception of:
- Pre-existing Claremont Software intellectual property
- Third-party libraries and frameworks
- General methodologies, tools, and best practices
- Unless otherwise specified in the project agreement
Third-Party Components
Projects may incorporate third-party software, libraries, and services, each subject to their own respective license agreements and terms of use.
Confidentiality
We treat all client information as confidential. We will not disclose proprietary information, trade secrets, or sensitive business data to third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by law.
Support & Maintenance
Support and maintenance services, if included, are defined in separate agreements specifying response times, coverage details, and service-level expectations.
Warranties and Disclaimers
We are committed to delivering high-quality software solutions that meet the specifications outlined in each project agreement. However, software development involves inherent complexities and uncertainties.
Our services are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Claremont Software be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, arising from your use of our services.
Termination
Either party may terminate services with written notice as described in the relevant project agreement. Upon termination:
- The client is responsible for payment of all work completed to date
- Completed work product will be delivered to the client
- Confidentiality obligations continue beyond termination
Force Majeure
Neither party shall be held liable for any failure or delay in fulfilling obligations due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of war, government actions, or widespread service outages.
Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, United States. Any disputes arising under these terms shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved, disputes may be subject to binding arbitration in Gurnee, Illinois.
Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please get in touch: