HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
C and L Consulting
This Hold Harmless Agreement is entered into as of September 1st, 2026, by and between:
Consultant:
C and L Consulting (cnlconsult.com)
15100 Brookhurst St., Westminster, CA, 92683
Cory Rikard/LaRon Armstead
and
Client:
“Client” (addressed to individual for consulting services)
Collectively referred to as the “Parties.”
1. Services
Consultant agrees to provide consulting services related to:
Academics, including relevant information pertaining to state schools and private schools up to, and including, information regarding deadlines and applications, career counseling, pertaining to career consulting, mentorships, internships and life skills. C and L Consulting does not possess all information regarding any college or university, and their processes and procedures.
2. Assumption of Risk
Client acknowledges that Consultant’s Services are advisory in nature and that any implementation decisions made based on those Services are solely at Client’s discretion and risk. C and L Consulting does not guarantee admittance into any college/university, nor guarantees any procurement of any job or internship. C and L Consulting offers this information under the fact that changes to admittance, job opportunities and all other foundational aspects can and will vary depending on the situation.
3. Hold Harmless and Indemnification
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Client agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless C and L Consulting, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:
a. Client’s use or reliance on the Services or deliverables provided by C and L Consulting; b. Any decisions, actions, or omissions made by Client based on C and L Consulting’s advice; c. Client’s breach of this Agreement; d. Any third-party claims arising from Client’s business operations or implementation of recommendations.
4. Limitation of Liability
Consultant shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including loss of profits or business interruption, arising out of or related to the Services.
C and L Consulting’s total liability under this Agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by Client to Consultant under this Agreement.
5. No Guarantee of Results
Client acknowledges that Consultant does not guarantee any specific results, outcomes, or financial performance from the Services provided.
6. Term
This Agreement shall remain in effect during the term of the consulting engagement and shall survive termination with respect to any claims arising from Services rendered during the engagement.
7. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
8. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties regarding indemnification and supersedes all prior discussions or agreements on this subject.
9. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
10. Signatures
By agreeing to consultation, and based on the digital nature of services rendered, you, the CLIENT, adhere to the terms listed in this document, and confirmation of agreed meeting time and date shall constitute your understanding and act as your signature. C and L Consulting agrees to provide specified services agreed upon, and nothing more.