General Terms and Conditions
Job Description
1. Introduction
2. Speedy Drivers
2.1 Services
Speedy Drivers operates a marketplace that connects Carriers
seeking to hire drivers of any category from B to CE class Drivers
("Carriers") with independent Drivers or teams of Drivers
("Drivers") providing driving and transportation services
("Services"). The Services are accessible through the Speedy Drivers
Website, mobile applications and or by contacting us.
2.2 Terms of Service
These Terms apply to all users of the Speedy Drivers
Website, Platform, and Services ("Users"), including both Carriers
and Drivers. Speedy Drivers reserves the right to modify these Terms at its
sole discretion, with any changes becoming effective thirty (30) days from the
date of posting on the Website.
3. Registration and
Profile
3.1 Eligibility
By using Speedy Drivers, you represent that you are of the
age of majority in your jurisdiction. If you are using the Services on behalf
of a company or Service Provider, you warrant that you have the full power and
authority to act on behalf of the company or Service Provider.
3.2 Account
To use Speedy Drivers Services, you must register for an
account as either a Carrier or Driver ("Account"). You agree to
provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration
process and not to share your password with anyone outside your company or
Service Provider.
3.3 Personal
Information
During registration, Speedy Drivers may require you to
provide information such as your name, email address, employment history,
company name, work experience, and driver's license type. All information will
be handled in accordance with the Speedy Drivers Privacy Policy.
3.4 Billing
Information
Users are required to provide valid credit card information
or other acceptable payment details ("Billing Information"). This
information will be processed by Speedy Drivers' third-party payment processor
for payment of fees related to the Services. Users are responsible for promptly
updating any changes to their Billing Information and will be liable for any
Payment Failures.
4. Jobs
Carriers may use Speedy Drivers Services to create and
publish job descriptions ("Job Pages") indicating employment type,
driver's license requirements, experience, vehicle specifications, job
location, description, shift times, wages, and other relevant details.
Compensation information will be included on the Job Page once a Driver is
hired.
4.2 Applications
Drivers are notified of available Job Pages on Speedy
Drivers and can submit applications for hire. The first Driver to accept the
Job is awarded the work, and contact information is exchanged through the
Platform.
5. Driver Contracts
for Service
5.1 Marketplace
Carriers acknowledge that all Drivers must be contracted
through Speedy Drivers, while Drivers agree to be contracted by Speedy Drivers
for any jobs assigned through the Platform.
5.2 Driver
As a Driver using the Speedy Drivers Platform, you agree to
the terms outlined in the Service contracts, including providing permission for
communication through email notifications.
5.3 Carrier
Carriers agree to comply with occupational health and safety
regulations, take responsibility for valuable items, and acknowledge the
employer-employee relationship with the Driver while not assuming tax or
deduction responsibilities.
Users agree to pay Speedy Drivers a transaction fee based on
the total amount charged for the provided Services. The applicable fee
percentage will be communicated to Users.
6.2 Payment
Processing
Speedy Drivers utilizes third-party payment processors, and
Users consent to provide accurate information for payment processing as per the
processor's privacy policy.
6.3 Cancellations and
Refunds
Speedy Drivers does not issue refunds for cancellations
initiated by Users. In the event of payment disputes, Users should contact
Speedy Drivers customer support.
7. Code of Conduct
7.1 Prohibited
Conduct
Users agree not to engage in prohibited activities,
including violating laws, infringing on intellectual property rights, providing
false information, or using the Platform for illegal purposes.
7.2 Reporting
Violations
Users must promptly report any violations of these Terms to
Speedy Drivers via email at support@speedydrivers.co.uk.
8. Termination
8.1 Termination by
Speedy Drivers
Speedy Drivers may terminate or suspend User access to the
Website, Platform, or Services at any time, with or without cause and with or
without notice.
8.2 Termination by
User
Users may terminate their Account and these Terms by
contacting Speedy Drivers at support@speedydrivers.co.uk. Upon termination,
Users agree to cease all use of the Website, Platform, and Services.
9. Limitation of
Liability
9.1 No Warranty
Speedy Drivers makes no representations or warranties
regarding the reliability, availability, timeliness, quality, suitability, or
accuracy of the Services.
9.2 Limitation of
Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Speedy
Drivers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special,
consequential, or punitive damages resulting from Users' access to or use of
the Services.
9.3 Disclaimer
10. Governing Law
10.1 Governing Law
These Terms and your use of Speedy Drivers shall be governed
by the laws of the United Kingdom, without regard to its conflict of law
principles.
10.2 Arbitration
Disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or the use
of Speedy Drivers shall be subject to binding arbitration under the laws of the
United Kingdom, with arbitration conducted in London, United Kingdom.
11.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between Users
and Speedy Drivers regarding the use of the Website, Platform, and Services.
11.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or
unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
11.3 Waiver
No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a
further or continuing waiver, and Speedy Drivers' failure to assert any right
shall not constitute a waiver.
11.4 Assignment
Speedy Drivers may assign or transfer these Terms without
User consent. Users may not assign these Terms without Speedy Drivers' written
consent.
11.5 Relationship of
the Parties
Nothing in these Terms shall be construed as creating a
partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between Users
and Speedy Drivers.
11.6 Notices
All notices, requests, demands, or other communications
required or permitted under these Terms shall be in writing and deemed given
when delivered personally, sent by email, or mailed by registered or certified
mail, postage prepaid, to the address provided by each party.
11.7 Force Majeure
11.8 Survival
Sections 6 (Payments and Fees), 7 (Code of Conduct), 8
(Termination), 9 (Limitation of Liability), 10 (Governing Law), and 11 (General
Provisions) shall survive any termination or expiration of these Terms.
12.1 Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Speedy
Drivers and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and
licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses,
costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of
or related to User's violation of these Terms or User's use of the Website,
Platform, or Services.
12.2 Third-Party
Links
The Website or Platform may contain links to third-party
websites or resources. Speedy Drivers is not responsible for the availability,
accuracy, or content of such websites or resources. Users acknowledge and agree
that Speedy Drivers is not liable for any loss or damage that may arise from
the use of such third-party websites or resources.
12.3 Compliance with
Laws
Users agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations,
and ordinances governing their use of the Website, Platform, and Services.
12.4 No Assignment
Users may not assign, transfer, or sublicense any of their
rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of
Speedy Drivers.
12.5 User Content
Users may have the opportunity to submit, post, or display
content on the Speedy Drivers Platform, including but not limited to job
descriptions, comments, reviews, and ratings ("User Content"). By
submitting User Content, Users grant Speedy Drivers a worldwide, non-exclusive,
royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable license to use,
reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from,
distribute, and display such User Content in any form, media, or technology.
Users represent and warrant that they have all necessary rights to grant the
foregoing license and that their User Content does not violate any third-party
rights or applicable laws.
The Speedy Drivers Platform, including all content,
features, and functionality, is owned by Speedy Drivers and protected by
copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Users agree not to
modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish,
license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information,
software, products, or services obtained from or through the Speedy Drivers
Platform without the prior written consent of Speedy Drivers.
Reference to any products, services, processes, or other
information by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, supplier, or otherwise does
not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by Speedy
Drivers. Any views or opinions expressed by Users in their User Content are
solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Speedy
Drivers.
Users acknowledge and agree that the information provided on
the Speedy Drivers Platform is for general informational purposes only and
should not be relied upon for making business decisions. Speedy Drivers does
not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information on the
Platform and shall not be liable for any errors or omissions in such
information.
12.10 Modifications
to the Platform
Speedy Drivers reserves the right to modify, suspend, or
discontinue the Speedy Drivers Platform or any part thereof at any time without
notice. Users agree that Speedy Drivers shall not be liable to them or to any
third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the
Platform.
12.11 No Guarantee of
Service Availability
While Speedy Drivers endeavours to ensure the availability
of the Speedy Drivers Platform, Users acknowledge and agree that the Platform
may be unavailable from time to time due to maintenance, updates, or technical
issues. Speedy Drivers does not guarantee the continuous, uninterrupted, or
secure access to the Platform and shall not be liable for any loss or damage
arising from any such unavailability.
Speedy Drivers employs reasonable measures to protect the
security of Users' personal information. However, Users acknowledge and agree
that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100%
secure and that Speedy Drivers cannot guarantee the absolute security of Users'
information.
12.13 Anti-Bribery
and Corruption
Users agree to comply with all applicable anti-bribery and
corruption laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bribery Act
2010. Users shall not offer, promise, give, request, or accept any bribe,
kickback, or other improper payment or benefit, whether directly or indirectly,
in connection with their use of the Speedy Drivers Platform.
12.14 Export Control
Users acknowledge that the Speedy Drivers Platform may be
subject to export control laws and regulations of the United Kingdom and other
jurisdictions. Users agree not to export or re-export the Speedy Drivers
Platform in violation of such laws and regulations, including without
limitation to any prohibited destination, end-user, or end-use.
12.15 Insurance
Users acknowledge and agree that Speedy Drivers does not
provide insurance coverage for Users' activities on the Platform. Users are
responsible for obtaining adequate insurance coverage for their vehicles,
cargo, and liabilities.
12.16 Maintenance of
Records
Users agree to maintain accurate records of their
transactions and communications on the Speedy Drivers Platform in compliance
with applicable laws and regulations.
12.17 Accessibility
Speedy Drivers is committed to ensuring that the Speedy
Drivers Platform is accessible to individuals with disabilities. Users with
disabilities who require assistance accessing the Platform should contact
Speedy Drivers' customer support for assistance.
12.18 Feedback and
Suggestions
Speedy Drivers welcomes feedback and suggestions from Users
regarding the Speedy Drivers Platform. Users hereby grant Speedy Drivers a
worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully
sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate,
create derivative works from, distribute, and display such feedback and
suggestions in any form, media, or technology.
12.19 Compliance
Monitoring
Speedy Drivers reserves the right to monitor Users'
compliance with these Terms and to take appropriate action in the event of any
violation, including but not limited to suspension or termination of User
access to the Platform.
12.20 Language
These Terms and your use of the Speedy Drivers Platform
shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and
Wales. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the use
of the Speedy Drivers Platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction
of the courts of England and Wales.
12.22 Headings
The headings in these Terms are for convenience only and
shall not affect the interpretation of these Terms.
12.23 Entire
Agreement
These Terms, along with the Privacy Policy constitute the
entire agreement between Users and Speedy Drivers regarding the subject matter
herein and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings,
negotiations, or discussions, whether oral or written, between the parties
relating to the subject matter herein.
13. Contact
Information
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