Legal Policy for Avidus
OVERVIEW
Welcome to Avidus’ Website. The Website is owned and operated by TGS BPO, Inc., a corporation duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission and under the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, doing business under the name and style of “Avidus” and with principal office address at 2nd Floor Ariego Building, Antonio de Pio National Highway, Poblacion, Tuburan, Cebu.
Kindly review the terms and conditions (“Terms”), which shall govern your use of our Website (the “Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
You expressly agree that your use of the Website is at your sole risk. Further, you are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of this Website complies with the laws and regulations applicable in the location from which you access it. By using the Website, you confirm that you will not use or interact with any content on this site in a manner that would breach those laws. Unless explicitly stated otherwise by Avidus, any material or information you provide through this website will be treated as non-confidential and non-proprietary. You affirm that you have the legal right to provide any such information and agree not to submit any content unless you are lawfully authorized to do so. Given the inherently unsecured nature of internet communications, we advise against sharing any information you consider confidential through this Website.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
You agree that all content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, software, and code (collectively, “Content”), is the property of Avidus, its operators or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may access and use any material or content for your personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, distribute, sell, license, create derivative works from, or otherwise exploit any Content without the express prior written consent of Avidus. Therefore, you may be liable for infringement or misappropriation or other legal action to the fullest extent of the law if you misuse the Website in any manner, including use in a way that disparages us, causes any confusion in commerce or trade, or conflates Sutherland with other goods or services not attributable to us.
All trademarks, logos, service marks, and other brand features that are not owned by Avidus and appear on or through the Website or services are the property of their respective owners. These third parties may not be affiliated with, associated with, or endorsed by Avidus.
DISCLAIMER
The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Avidus makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the Website or the information, content, materials, or products included on the Website. As such, information on this Website is not promised or guaranteed to be correct, current, or complete, and this Website may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Avidus assumes no responsibility (and expressly disclaims responsibility) for updating this Website to keep information current or to ensure the accuracy or completeness of any posted information. Accordingly, you should confirm the accuracy and completeness of all posted information before making any decision related to any services, products, or other matters described in this Website.
To the fullest extent permissible by applicable law, Avidus disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Avidus does not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free, that defects will be corrected, or that the Website or the server that makes the Website available are free of viruses or other harmful components. Without limitation, Avidus disclaims any warranty or guarantee that this Website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, HOLD-HARMLESS CLAUSE, AND NON-WAIVER
In no event shall Avidus, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, or licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (i) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Website; (ii) any conduct or content of any third party on the Website; (iii) any content obtained from the Website; or (iv) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not Avidus has been informed of the possibility of such damage, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed of its essential purpose.
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Avidus, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of this Legal Policy or your use of the Website, including, without limitation, your User-Generated Content, any use of the Website’s content, services, and products other than as expressly authorized in this Legal Policy, or your use of any information obtained from the Website.
No waiver of any term of this Legal Policy shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term, and Avidus’ failure to assert any right or provision under this Legal Policy shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
CHANGES TO THIS LEGAL POLICY
Avidus reserves the right to modify, update, or revise this Legal Policy at any time and at its sole discretion. Any material changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Website after such changes are posted will constitute your acknowledgment and acceptance of the revised policy. You are encouraged to review this Legal Policy periodically to stay informed of any updates or changes. It is your responsibility to check for updates each time you access the Website.
GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
This website is operated by Avidus from within the Philippines. By accessing or using this site, you agree that these Terms of Use and any dispute or legal matter arising from or relating to your use of the site shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, without regard to its conflict of law principles. If you initiate legal action against Avidus, you acknowledge and agree that Avidus reserves the right to determine the jurisdiction in which we will respond to such proceedings. Your use of this site constitutes your agreement that any legal matters shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, regardless of your location or the location from which you accessed the site.
By visiting the Avidus website or by communicating with us via email or other electronic means, you acknowledge that you are engaging in electronic communication. You consent to receive messages and communications from us electronically. You agree that all notices, disclosures, agreements, and other communications we provide to you electronically meet any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.
SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Legal Policy is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about this Legal Policy, please contact us at:
TGS BPO, Inc.
2nd Floor Ariego Building
Antonio de Pio National Highway
Poblacion, Tuburan, Cebu.
Last Updated: 23 May 2025