AGREEMENT TO TERMS

These Terms of Service ("Terms," "Agreement") constitute a legally binding agreement between PJL Telecom LLC ("PJL Telecom," "we," "us," or "our") and you ("Customer," "you," or "your").

By accessing our website at pjltelecom.com, creating an account, purchasing services, or using any PJL Telecom services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use our services.

PJL Telecom reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any modifications will be effective on the first day of the month following posting of the updated Terms on our website at pjltelecom.com/terms. You should check our website regularly for updated versions. Your continued use of the services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

DEFINITIONS

For purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:

"Cloud PBX System" means a hosted Private Branch Exchange system provided by PJL Telecom that manages call routing, voicemail, auto-attendants, and other telephone features through internet connectivity.

"Customer Premise Equipment" or "CPE" means any hardware, including but not limited to IP phones, routers, gateways, adapters, or other devices provided by PJL Telecom or used by Customer in connection with the Services.

"Default" means any failure by Customer to comply with these Terms, including but not limited to: (i) failure to make any payment when due; (ii) breach of any representation, warranty, or covenant; (iii) use of Services in violation of applicable law or the Acceptable Use Policy.

"DID" or "Direct Inward Dialing Number" means a telephone number that allows inbound voice communication to a specific extension or user.

"Emergency Services" or "911/E911" means functionality that allows end users to contact emergency services by dialing 9-1-1. PJL Telecom does not directly provide emergency services; these are provided through our partner ClearlyIP under a separate agreement.

"Equipment" means any hardware rented, leased, or sold by PJL Telecom to Customer, including IP phones, gateways, adapters, and related devices.

"International Calling" means telephone calls to destinations outside the continental United States.

"PSTN" or "Public Switched Telephone Network" means the traditional telephone network, connectivity to which is provided through ClearlyIP under a separate agreement.

"Registered Address" means the physical service location address provided by Customer where Services will be used.

"Services" means all products and services provided by PJL Telecom, including Cloud PBX Systems, support services, client services, hardware, and related telecommunications services.

"Service Commencement Date" means the date on which Customer's Services are activated and become available for use.

"Standard Business Use" means use of Services in a manner consistent with ordinary business operations, including reasonable call volumes, proper equipment configuration, and compliance with all applicable laws and policies.

"Toll-Free Number" means a telephone number (typically beginning with 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, or 833) where the receiving party pays for incoming calls.

1. SERVICES PROVIDED

1.1 Service Overview

Subject to Customer's compliance with these Terms and payment of applicable fees, PJL Telecom will provide the following Services:

1.2 PSTN Services Through ClearlyIP

IMPORTANT: All connectivity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), including local calling, long distance, international calling, toll-free numbers, and emergency services (911/E911), is provided through our partner ClearlyIP.

Customer acknowledges and agrees that:

1.3 AI-Powered Call Recording

PJL Telecom records telephone calls between Customer and PJL Telecom staff for quality assurance, training, and service improvement purposes.

Call Recording Details:

For more information about how we handle recorded calls and AI-generated data, please see our Privacy Policy.

1.4 Customer Responsibilities

Customer is solely responsible for:

2. SERVICE LIMITATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

2.1 Acceptable Use

Customer must use Services in accordance with our Acceptable Use Policy, available at pjltelecom.com/acceptable-use, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Prohibited Uses Include:

2.2 Standard Business Use Requirement

Services are provided for Standard Business Use only. PJL Telecom reserves the right to monitor usage patterns to ensure compliance.

If PJL Telecom determines that Customer is not using Services for Standard Business Use, we may:

2.3 Service Availability

While PJL Telecom strives to provide reliable services, we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. Services may be unavailable due to:

PJL Telecom will use commercially reasonable efforts to minimize service disruptions and provide advance notice of scheduled maintenance when practicable.

2.4 Geographic Limitation

Services are available only to customers located within the United States. Use of Services from locations outside the United States is prohibited and may result in immediate service termination.

3. EMERGENCY SERVICES DISCLOSURE

CRITICAL INFORMATION - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

3.1 Emergency Services Overview

PJL Telecom provides Cloud PBX services that may be used to make emergency calls by dialing 9-1-1. However, all emergency services (911/E911) are provided through ClearlyIP under a separate agreement between Customer and ClearlyIP.

3.2 Important Differences from Traditional Phone Service

CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT:

Emergency calling through internet-based telephone services is DIFFERENT from traditional landline telephone service in the following critical ways:

3.3 Customer Responsibilities

Customer agrees to and is responsible for:

  1. User Notification: Informing ALL employees, users, guests, and any person who may use Services about emergency calling limitations
  2. Location Registration: Registering accurate physical addresses for all endpoints that may be used to dial 9-1-1 through the ClearlyIP portal
  3. Location Updates: Immediately updating location information when any phone or device is moved to a new location
  4. Testing: Regularly testing emergency calling functionality by dialing 9-3-3 (test number) to verify location accuracy
  5. Backup Plan: Maintaining an alternative means of accessing emergency services (such as a mobile phone)
  6. Power Backup: Ensuring adequate backup power for internet equipment and phones if uninterrupted emergency access is required

3.4 Service Failures

Customer acknowledges that emergency services WILL NOT FUNCTION in the following situations:

3.5 Location Requirements

For emergency services to function properly:

3.6 DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT:

PJL TELECOM, CLEARLYIP, THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, PARTNERS, SUPPLIERS, AND ANY OTHER PARTIES INVOLVED IN THE ROUTING, HANDLING, DELIVERY, OR ANSWERING OF EMERGENCY CALLS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGE, LOSS, INJURY, DEATH, FINE, PENALTY, OR COST (INCLUDING ATTORNEYS' FEES) ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO:

CUSTOMER HEREBY WAIVES ANY AND ALL CLAIMS AGAINST PJL TELECOM AND CLEARLYIP RELATED TO EMERGENCY SERVICES AND AGREES TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS PJL TELECOM AND CLEARLYIP FROM ANY SUCH CLAIMS BROUGHT BY CUSTOMER OR ANY THIRD PARTY.

THESE LIMITATIONS APPLY REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH LIABILITY IS BASED, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANTY, PRODUCT LIABILITY, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, AND ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY.

4. EQUIPMENT

4.1 Equipment Ownership

Equipment may be sold or rented to Customer:

Purchased Equipment:

Rented Equipment:

4.2 Equipment Care and Use

Customer agrees to:

4.3 Equipment Damage or Loss

Customer is liable for damage to or loss of rented equipment caused by:

In the event of equipment damage or loss, Customer will pay:

4.4 Equipment Return

Upon termination of Services for any reason, Customer must return all rented equipment:

Failure to return equipment will result in charges for the full replacement value of the equipment.

4.5 Installation and Configuration

On-Site Installation (Optional):

PJL Telecom offers optional on-site installation services for equipment setup and configuration. On-site installation fees range from $250 to $1,500 depending on complexity, plus actual travel costs incurred by PJL Telecom technicians. Customers must request on-site installation in advance and receive a written quote specifying the total cost.

Self-Installation:

If Customer chooses not to purchase on-site installation services, Customer is responsible for:

PJL Telecom provides remote technical assistance and configuration support as part of standard support services at no additional charge.

5. NUMBER PORTING

5.1 Porting Numbers to PJL Telecom

Customer may port existing telephone numbers to PJL Telecom's service. To initiate a port:

  1. Customer must complete a Letter of Authorization (LOA) form
  2. Customer must provide a recent copy of the current phone bill showing the numbers to be ported
  3. All information must match exactly (name, address, account number)
  4. Customer must have authority to port the numbers and provide proof if requested

Port Timing:

Port Completion:

5.2 Porting Numbers Away from PJL Telecom

Customer may port numbers away from PJL Telecom to another provider.

Porting Out Process:

Important:

5.3 Number Ownership

Customer acknowledges that:

6. SERVICE TERM AND TERMINATION

6.1 Service Term

All Services are provided on a month-to-month basis with no long-term contract or commitment required.

Billing Cycle:

6.2 Cancellation by Customer

Customer may cancel Services at any time by:

Cancellation Terms:

6.3 Suspension by PJL Telecom

PJL Telecom may suspend Services immediately without prior notice if:

During suspension:

6.4 Termination by PJL Telecom

PJL Telecom may terminate Services and these Terms immediately if:

Upon termination:

6.5 Data and Configuration After Termination

Upon termination or cancellation:

7. FEES, BILLING, AND PAYMENT

7.1 Service Fees

Customer agrees to pay all fees associated with Services as specified in:

Fee Types:

7.2 Billing and Invoicing

7.3 Payment Methods

Customer may pay by:

Autopay (Recommended):

7.4 Payment Terms

Failed Payments:

If a payment fails or is declined:

7.5 Taxes

Customer is responsible for all taxes associated with Services, including:

Tax Exemptions:

7.6 Billing Disputes

If Customer disputes any charges:

  1. Customer must submit a written dispute within 30 days of the invoice date
  2. Dispute must be submitted via support ticket at billing.pjltelecom.com or email to [email protected]
  3. Include "Billing Dispute" in the subject line
  4. Provide detailed explanation of the disputed charges and supporting documentation
  5. Customer must pay all undisputed charges while the dispute is being resolved

Dispute Resolution:

7.7 Price Changes

PJL Telecom may change pricing for Services:

Updated pricing will be posted at pjltelecom.com/pricing. Customer's continued use of Services after price changes constitutes acceptance of the new pricing.

8. SERVICE LEVEL AND SUPPORT

8.1 Service Availability Target

PJL Telecom targets 99.9% uptime for Cloud PBX Services, excluding:

8.2 Standard Support

All customers receive Standard Support, which includes:

Support Channels:

Support Scope:

Support Limitations:

Response Times:

8.3 Premium Support (Optional)

Premium support plans with 24/7 availability, faster response times, and dedicated support staff may be available for an additional fee. Contact sales for information.

9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

9.1 PJL Telecom Property

All intellectual property rights in Services, including software, systems, documentation, trademarks, and trade secrets, are and remain the exclusive property of PJL Telecom or its licensors.

Customer receives a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use Services solely for Customer's internal business purposes during the term of service. No other rights are granted.

9.2 Customer Data

Customer retains all rights to data, content, and information uploaded or transmitted through Services ("Customer Data"). Customer grants PJL Telecom a limited license to use Customer Data solely to provide Services and as described in our Privacy Policy.

9.3 Feedback

If Customer provides suggestions, ideas, or feedback to PJL Telecom, Customer grants PJL Telecom a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to use such feedback for any purpose without compensation or attribution.

10. WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS

10.1 Limited Warranty

PJL Telecom warrants that Services will be provided in a professional manner consistent with industry standards. This warranty is Customer's sole remedy for any service deficiencies.

10.2 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.1, PJL TELECOM PROVIDES SERVICES "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

PJL TELECOM SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING:

10.3 Third-Party Services

PJL Telecom is not responsible for:

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

11.1 Exclusion of Consequential Damages

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL PJL TELECOM, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

THIS EXCLUSION APPLIES REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH LIABILITY IS BASED (CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF PJL TELECOM HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

11.2 Cap on Liability

PJL TELECOM'S TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY CUSTOMER TO PJL TELECOM IN THE THREE MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY.

11.3 Exceptions

The limitations in this Section 11 do not apply to:

12. INDEMNIFICATION

12.1 Customer Indemnification

Customer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PJL Telecom, ClearlyIP, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, and partners from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

  1. Customer's Use of Services: Any use or misuse of Services by Customer or Customer's users
  2. Violations: Customer's violation of these Terms, the Acceptable Use Policy, or any applicable law
  3. Unauthorized Access: Unauthorized access to Services through Customer's account or equipment, regardless of whether Customer had knowledge of such access
  4. Third-Party Claims: Claims by third parties arising from Customer's use of Services
  5. Customer Data: Claims that Customer Data infringes or violates any third-party rights
  6. Equipment: Damage to or loss of equipment while in Customer's possession
  7. Emergency Services: Claims related to emergency services, including inability to reach 9-1-1, misrouting of emergency calls, or emergency service failures

12.2 ClearlyIP Services

Customer acknowledges that PJL Telecom is not liable for services provided by ClearlyIP under a separate agreement. Customer's exclusive remedies for PSTN services are against ClearlyIP under that agreement.

12.3 Indemnification Process

If a claim subject to indemnification is brought:

13. ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

Customer must comply with our Acceptable Use Policy, available at pjltelecom.com/acceptable-use. Key provisions include:

13.1 Prohibited Activities

Customer may not use Services to:

13.2 Enforcement

Violations may result in:

14. MISCELLANEOUS

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Acceptable Use Policy, constitute the entire agreement between Customer and PJL Telecom regarding Services and supersede all prior agreements, representations, and understandings.

14.2 Amendments

PJL Telecom may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be effective on the first day of the month following posting. Customer's continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. Handwritten alterations by Customer are not valid.

14.3 Assignment

Customer may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights hereunder without PJL Telecom's prior written consent. PJL Telecom may assign these Terms to any affiliate or in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

14.4 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

14.5 Waiver

No waiver of any provision shall be deemed a waiver of any other provision or subsequent breach. Failure to enforce any right does not constitute a waiver of that right.

14.6 Force Majeure

PJL Telecom is not liable for any delay or failure to perform due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, government actions, internet failures, telecommunications failures, or other force majeure events.

14.7 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Colorado and applicable federal law, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.8 Venue and Jurisdiction

Any dispute arising from these Terms must be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Colorado. Customer irrevocably consents to the jurisdiction of such courts and waives any objection to venue.

14.9 Dispute Resolution

Before filing any legal action, the parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes through good faith negotiations. Either party may request mediation before a mutually agreed mediator. If mediation fails, either party may pursue legal remedies.

14.10 Attorney Fees

In any legal action to enforce these Terms, the prevailing party is entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and costs.

14.11 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms are for the benefit of PJL Telecom and Customer only and do not create any rights for third parties.

14.12 Notices

All notices must be in writing and sent to:

Notices are effective when sent to the correct address.

14.13 Survival

Sections that by their nature should survive termination (including payment obligations, intellectual property, warranties, limitations of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution) shall survive any termination or expiration of these Terms.

14.14 Interpretation

Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation. "Including" means "including without limitation." "Or" is not exclusive. References to sections refer to sections of these Terms.

14.15 Authority

The person accepting these Terms on behalf of Customer represents and warrants that they have authority to bind Customer to these Terms.

15. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms or Services:

PJL Telecom LLC
Email: [email protected]
Support Portal: billing.pjltelecom.com
Website: pjltelecom.com

Business Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mountain Time

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By using PJL Telecom's Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.


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