Terms & Conditions

By accessing, downloading, or using the CTR™ Framework, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using the framework.

2.1 Creative Commons License

The CTR™ Framework is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0). Under this license, you may:

• Share and redistribute the framework in any medium or format
• Adapt, remix, transform, and build upon the framework
• Use the framework for non-commercial purposes

2.2 License Conditions

Your use is subject to the following conditions:

2.3 Commercial Use Restrictions

Commercial use requires a separate commercial license. Commercial use includes:

• Revenue-generating content or services using CTR™ methodology
• Professional training or consulting services
• Corporate implementation programs
• Any use primarily intended for commercial advantage

3.1 Real-Time Assessment Requirement

The CTR™ Framework is designed for real-time assessment during content creation. You acknowledge that:

• Accurate ratings require complete collaborative context
• Post-hoc assessment cannot replicate real-time accuracy
• Framework effectiveness depends on AI system transparency capabilities
• Assessment quality may vary based on implementation approach

3.2 Framework Evolution

The framework methodology may evolve as AI capabilities change. You acknowledge that:

• Framework updates will be provided to maintain accuracy
• Methodology changes may affect rating consistency over time
• Users are responsible for staying current with framework evolution
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of methodology updates

3.3 Human Agency and Final Authority

You retain final authority over all attribution decisions. You are responsible for:

• Making reasonable adjustments based on collaborative context
• Exercising human judgment appropriately and transparently
• Maintaining the integrity of the transparency purpose
• Documenting significant modifications with clear rationale

4.1 Honest Implementation

You agree to use the CTR™ Framework with integrity and in good faith:

• Apply methodology consistently across your content creation
• Provide accurate assessment of collaborative contributions
• Maintain transparency objectives rather than gaming the system
• Exercise human oversight responsibly and documentably

4.2 Attribution Compliance

You must include proper framework attribution in all uses:

• Standard attribution format for all implementations
• Academic citation format for research and formal documents
• Simplified attribution for social media and brief content
• Proper trademark usage without claiming ownership

4.3 Intellectual Property Respect

You agree to respect all intellectual property rights:

• Use CTR™ and related trademarks only as permitted
• Provide proper attribution to framework creator
• Respect third-party rights in your own content
• Comply with all applicable copyright and licensing requirements

You may not use the CTR™ Framework for:

• Systematic falsification or misrepresentation of attribution
• Creating misleading or deceptive transparency claims
• Violating applicable laws or regulations
• Infringing third-party intellectual property rights
• Circumventing or undermining the framework's transparency purpose

6.1 "As-Is" Provision

The CTR™ Framework is provided "as-is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or reliability
• Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Warranties of specific performance or results

6.2 Professional Advice Disclaimer

The framework is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute:

• Legal advice regarding intellectual property or compliance
• Professional consulting or business strategy guidance
• Technical support or integration services
• Guaranteed outcomes or specific results

7.1 Maximum Liability Limitation

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bonnie Dunigan shall not be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Lost profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• Business interruption or loss of data
• Damages arising from misuse or misrepresentation
• Third-party claims related to your use of the framework

7.2 Liability Cap

In jurisdictions where liability cannot be completely excluded, total liability is limited to the amount paid for commercial licenses or $100 USD, whichever is greater.

8.1 User Compliance Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• Determining applicable regulatory requirements in your jurisdiction
• Ensuring your use complies with all applicable laws
• Consulting with legal counsel for compliance guidance
• Implementing additional measures as required by law

8.2 Framework Regulatory Alignment

While the CTR™ Framework is designed to support transparency best practices, it does not guarantee compliance with specific regulations. Framework updates may address regulatory changes, but users remain responsible for legal compliance.

9.1 Termination Rights

These terms remain in effect until terminated. You may terminate your use at any time by discontinuing framework use and removing all implementations.

9.2 Termination for Breach

We may terminate your rights to use the framework if you violate these terms, including:

• Systematic misuse or misrepresentation
• Intellectual property violations
• Commercial use without proper licensing
• Prohibited uses as defined in Section 5

9.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, you must cease all use of the framework and remove all implementations that violate these terms.

10.1 Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Massachusetts, without regard to conflict of law principles.

10.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

11.1 Modification Rights

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Material changes will be posted on the framework website with reasonable notice.

11.2 Continued Use

Your continued use of the framework after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

These Terms & Conditions, together with the Usage Guidelines and Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bonnie Dunigan regarding use of the CTR™ Framework.

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.