Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 18, 2026 | Last Updated: January 18, 2026

IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER

BenchSlap PRO does not provide legal advice. This platform provides legal document and strategy tools. It is NOT a law firm, does NOT employ attorneys to represent you, and does NOT create an attorney-client relationship.

All output from BenchSlap must be independently verified by a licensed attorney before being used in any legal proceeding. AI-generated content may contain errors, omissions, or "hallucinations" (plausible-sounding but incorrect information).

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using BenchSlap PRO ("Service"), operated by BenchSlap LLC ("Company," "we," "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and BenchSlap LLC. Your continued use of the Service following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Description of Service

BenchSlap PRO is a legal document and strategy platform offering:

Consigliere: Legal strategy assistant with citation verification
Drafter: Legal document generation from your case file
Fixer: Document improvement with citation checking
Auditor: Document analysis with strength/weakness reports

The Service includes citation verification optimized for Utah state law, with access to federal case law for qualifying tiers.

3. No Legal Advice; No Attorney-Client Relationship

THE SERVICE DOES NOT PROVIDE LEGAL ADVICE. All information, documents, and AI-generated content are for informational and educational purposes only.

3.1 Not a Substitute for Legal Counsel

BenchSlap PRO is designed as a legal drafting and strategy tool. It is NOT a substitute for advice from a licensed attorney. You should:

Consult with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before taking any legal action
Independently verify all citations, case law, and legal conclusions
Not rely solely on AI-generated content for legal decisions

3.2 No Attorney-Client Privilege

Communications through BenchSlap are NOT protected by attorney-client privilege. While we implement encryption and security measures, your data is processed by AI systems and may be reviewed for quality assurance.

3.3 AI Limitations and Hallucinations

AI systems, including those powering BenchSlap, may produce incorrect, incomplete, or fabricated information ("hallucinations"). You MUST:

Read and validate ALL AI output before using it
Verify all case citations through official court records
Not submit AI-generated content to courts without attorney review

4. User Accounts and Eligibility

4.1 Account Registration

You must provide accurate, complete information when creating an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your credentials and for all activities under your account.

4.2 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Service.

4.3 Pro Se Certification

Users subscribing to the "Pro Se Pro" or "Pro Se Plus" tier must certify that they are NOT licensed attorneys in any jurisdiction. These tiers are exclusively for self-represented litigants. False certification may result in:

Immediate account suspension
Mandatory upgrade to Attorney Pro tier pricing
Potential legal action for fraud

4.4 Attorney Verification

Attorney Pro, Litigator Elite, and Enterprise tier subscribers who are licensed attorneys must provide valid Utah State Bar numbers for verification. We verify bar status through official Utah State Bar and Utah Courts records.

5. Subscription Tiers and Pricing

5.0 Individuals (Pro Se Litigants)

Tier	Monthly	Annual	Target User
Pro Se Pro	$19	$149	Self-Represented Litigants
Pro Se Plus	$39	$349	Custody, Divorce, Appeals

5.1 Professionals (Attorneys)

Tier	Monthly	Annual	Target User
Free Trial	$0	$0	Attorneys Evaluating
Attorney Pro	$149	$1,499	Solo Practitioners
Litigator Elite	$299	$2,999	Premium Litigators
Enterprise	$499/seat	Custom	Law Firms

5.2 Billing Terms

All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
Unused monthly allocations do not roll over
Price changes effective upon renewal with 30 days notice

5.2 iOS/Mobile Subscriptions

Due to platform restrictions, subscription management on iOS devices must be completed through benchslap.pro in a web browser. In-app purchases are not available on iOS.

6. Acceptable Use Policy

6.1 Permitted Uses

Legal strategy and document preparation for personal cases (Pro Se users)
Legal strategy and drafting for client matters (Attorney users)
Educational purposes and legal study
Document preparation assistance

6.2 Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use the Service to:

Practice law without a license (unauthorized practice of law)
Represent yourself as an attorney when you are not
Submit AI-generated content as your own work without disclosure
Generate documents for illegal purposes
Harass, defame, or harm others
Circumvent usage limits or access controls
Reverse engineer or scrape the Service
Share account credentials or resell access

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Property

The Service, including software, verification systems, templates, and branding, is owned by BenchSlap LLC. You receive a limited, non-exclusive license to use the Service for its intended purpose.

7.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of documents you upload. By uploading, you grant us a limited license to process, store, and analyze your content solely to provide the Service.

7.3 AI Output

AI-generated content is provided for your use, but you acknowledge it may incorporate public legal information. You are responsible for ensuring any use complies with applicable laws and court rules.

8. Data and Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Key points:

Documents are encrypted at rest (AES-256) and in transit (TLS 1.3)
AI processing uses third-party providers (Anthropic) who do not train on your data
We retain data for 30 days after account termination
We may disclose data as required by law or court order

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of AI output
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
Uninterrupted or error-free operation

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT CITATIONS ARE CURRENT, ACCURATE, OR HAVE NOT BEEN OVERRULED.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

Our total liability is limited to the greater of: (a) amounts paid by you in the 6 months preceding the claim, or (b) $100
We are NOT liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
We are NOT liable for any legal outcomes, court decisions, or sanctions resulting from use of the Service
We are NOT liable for AI hallucinations, citation errors, or incorrect legal analysis

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless BenchSlap LLC, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any law or third-party rights
Content you upload or generate

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Utah, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Arbitration

Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by JAMS in Salt Lake City, Utah. You waive any right to participate in class actions.

12.3 Exceptions

Either party may seek injunctive relief in state or federal courts in Utah for intellectual property violations or unauthorized access.

13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account for:

Violation of these Terms
Suspected fraud or misrepresentation
Non-payment of fees
At our discretion with 30 days notice

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. We may retain data as required by law.

14. Modifications

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

15. Contact

For questions about these Terms:

BenchSlap LLC
Email: legal@benchslap.pro
Website: https://benchslap.pro

By using BenchSlap PRO, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.