Legal
General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
General terms and conditions for scientific research services of Montanuniversität Leoben.
1. Preamble and Scope
These General Terms and Conditions apply to concluded legal transactions and assignments, in particular research and service contracts, expert reports, and deliveries where Montanuniversität Leoben acts as contractor.
2. Orders, Offers and Ancillary Agreements
Type and scope of services result from the contract and these Terms. Agreements and changes generally require written form.
3. Client Duties to Inform and Cooperate
The client must provide all documents and information required for execution in due time and ensure suitable organizational conditions.
4. Reporting
Unless otherwise agreed, the contractor shall provide written reporting on the assignment results.
5. Delivery Period / Completion Date
Agreed deadlines are extended in case of official delays, force majeure, or comparable circumstances.
6. Protection of Contractor Intellectual Property
Intellectual property rights, neighboring rights, know-how, and adaptation rights remain with the contractor unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing.
7. Confidentiality, Publications, Data Protection
Both parties are bound by confidentiality. Publications by the contractor are permitted under the conditions defined in the Terms.
8. Defect Correction and Warranty
Claims for correction must be fulfilled within a reasonable period; warranty claims require immediate written notice of defects.
9. Liability
Liability is limited to damages caused intentionally or by gross negligence; liability for slight negligence and consequential damages is excluded.
10. Fees
Fees, due dates, interim invoicing, ancillary costs, and payment conditions are governed by the contract and these Terms.
11. Reminder and Collection Costs
In the event of late payment, default interest and reimbursement of reminder and collection costs apply.
12. Non-Assignment
Claims against the contractor may not be assigned without explicit written consent.
13. Delay in Acceptance and Lack of Cooperation
Delay in acceptance or insufficient cooperation by the client may trigger termination and compensation rights for the contractor.
14. Retention of Title
For deliverable goods, title remains with the contractor until full payment is received.
15. Withdrawal from Contract
Withdrawal conditions are defined in the Terms; under specific circumstances both parties may withdraw.
Note: This page provides a structured overview of the GTC content. The full and current official version of Montanuniversität Leoben remains authoritative.