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The updated terms make explicit that requesting a background check through Gusto creates a legally binding agreement not just with Gusto but also incorporating terms from Gusto's payroll service and Checkr's service agreement. This means customers are committing to multiple overlapping sets of terms when they initiate a background check request. The change does not appear to alter the substantive rights or obligations, but rather clarifies their scope and binding nature in writing.
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"interest at the lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum rate permitted by law, plus attorneys' fees and other costs of collection (including costs Gusto reasonably incurs from third party debt collection services) as permitted by law.Excerpt from Gusto's Terms of Service
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The clause states: “interest at the lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum rate permitted by law, plus attorneys' fees and other costs of collection (including costs Gusto reasonably incurs from third party debt collection services) as permitted by law.”
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