Legal Rodent Service Agreement

LEGAL RODENT SERVICE AGREEMENT

This Legal Rodent Service Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of by and between Client Name: whose address is (hereinafter "Client"), and Service Provider Name: whose address is (hereinafter "Provider").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client occupies or controls the premises located at (the "Premises") and desires professional services to investigate, control and prevent rodent infestation; and

WHEREAS, Provider is duly qualified, equipped and licensed to perform pest and rodent control services and warrants that it will perform services in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth the terms and conditions under which Provider will perform recurring and/or remedial rodent control services at the Premises.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises set forth herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Provider shall perform rodent inspection, monitoring, exclusion, baiting, trapping and related prevention services as set forth in the Service Plan. Provider's obligations include initial site assessment, implementation of control measures, periodic monitoring visits and written service reports. Provider will not be responsible for structural repairs, building modifications, or conditions beyond Provider's control except as expressly stated in this Agreement.

2. TERM

The initial term of this Agreement shall commence on and shall continue until unless earlier terminated in accordance with Section 11. Thereafter the Agreement will renew automatically for successive periods of unless either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least days prior to the expiration of the then-current term.

3. FEES, BILLING, AND PAYMENT

Client shall pay Provider the fees set forth below for services rendered. Fees are exclusive of applicable taxes. Provider will invoice Client in accordance with the billing schedule and Client shall pay each invoice within days of receipt. Late payments shall incur interest at the rate of per month or the maximum permitted by law, whichever is less.

Monthly Quarterly Annual

4. CLIENT OBLIGATIONS AND ACCESS

Client shall provide Provider reasonable access to the Premises, utilities, and safe working conditions. Client is responsible for routine sanitation, removal of food sources, and notifying Provider of structural defects that may affect rodent entry. Provider is not responsible for conditions arising after treatment where Client fails to maintain reasonable sanitation or allows conditions that attract rodents.

5. MATERIALS, PESTICIDES AND LABOR

Provider will use materials, bait, and traps consistent with label instructions and applicable law. Where required by law or Client policy, Provider will obtain Client's prior written authorization before using rodenticides or restricted materials. Provider shall maintain records of products applied and will provide such records to Client upon request.

Client authorizes Provider to place tamper-resistant bait stations in locations agreed upon during the initial assessment:

6. SAFETY, LICENSES AND COMPLIANCE

Provider represents that it holds all required licenses and certifications to perform the services and will perform services in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Provider shall supply Client with proof of licensing and insurance upon request. Provider shall ensure that employees assigned to the Premises are trained and follow required safety protocols.

7. WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER

Provider warrants that services will be performed in a workmanlike manner and consistent with industry standards. Except as expressly provided in this Section, Provider disclaims all other warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any warranty remedy is limited to re-performance of services at Provider's expense within the warranty period of days following service.

8. INDEMNIFICATION

Client shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Provider and its employees, agents and subcontractors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of Client's failure to comply with obligations under this Agreement, negligent acts of Client, or conditions at the Premises not disclosed to Provider. Provider shall indemnify Client from claims arising from Provider's negligent acts or willful misconduct in performing the Services.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Except for liability arising from Provider's gross negligence or willful misconduct, Provider's aggregate liability under this Agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by Client to Provider under this Agreement in the twelve (12) month period immediately preceding the claim. Neither party shall be liable for incidental, consequential, punitive, exemplary or special damages.

10. INSURANCE

Provider shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with limits of not less than per occurrence and workers' compensation coverage as required by law. Provider shall provide certificates of insurance upon request.

11. TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach by the other party if the breaching party fails to cure such breach within days after receipt of written notice. Either party may terminate without cause upon days' prior written notice. Termination shall not relieve Client of obligations to pay for services performed and costs incurred prior to termination.

12. CONFIDENTIALITY

Each party shall treat as confidential all nonpublic business information disclosed by the other party that is designated as confidential or that reasonably should be understood to be confidential, and shall not disclose such information except as required by law. Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the receiving party.

13. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and sent to the parties at the addresses set forth below or as updated in writing from time to time. Notices shall be effective upon receipt if delivered personally, by certified mail, or by nationally recognized courier.

14. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties. No waiver of any provision shall be effective unless in writing signed by the waiving party. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

15. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of without regard to conflicts of law principles. This Agreement, including any exhibits and attachments, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

If Provider is required to engage subcontractors to fulfill its obligations, Provider shall remain responsible for their performance. Any delay or failure in performance due to causes beyond a party's reasonable control shall not be considered a breach. Client may not assign this Agreement without Provider's prior written consent, except to a successor in interest to all or substantially all of Client's business or assets.

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