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Aggregate Liability Cap

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What it is

The agreement caps Writer's total aggregate liability for all claims arising from the services at $100, and excludes liability for indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or reliance damages including lost data, lost profits, and business interruption. The document acknowledges that some jurisdictions may not permit these limitations.

This analysis describes what Writer's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision limits the maximum financial recovery available to any individual user for all claims related to the services to $100, regardless of the nature or magnitude of the harm alleged. The exclusion of consequential and indirect damages further narrows the categories of recoverable losses under the agreement.

Interpretive note: Enforceability of the $100 cap depends on applicable jurisdiction; some states and the EU may not permit such limitations in consumer contracts.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, the maximum amount a user can recover from Writer for any claim related to the services is $100, and categories including lost data, lost profits, and business interruption are excluded from recoverable damages. The document states that some jurisdictions do not permit these limitations, and users in those jurisdictions may retain additional rights.

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TO FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE UNDER APPLICABLE LAW: (A) IN NO EVENT WILL THE WRITER PARTIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, LOST DATA, LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUES, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, RELIANCE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY IN ADVANCE, OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE SERVICES, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER THEORY; AND (B) THE WRITER PARTIES' TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION FOR ANY CLAIM RELATED TO THE TO THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).

Excerpt from Writer's Terms of Service

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Liability caps and consequential damages exclusions in consumer-facing agreements are subject to review under applicable state consumer protection statutes and, in the EU, the Unfair Contract Terms Directive.

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
    File a complaint →
  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Provision details

Document information
Document
Writer Terms of Service
Entity
Writer
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 9, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-014109
Document ID
CA-D-00518
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
90b5f4dda25362f359ac1fc209cf2d1f2c646f84bf1299afb1f5739e2f2c4e74
Analysis generated
July 9, 2026 04:47 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Writer
Document: Writer Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-P-014109
Captured: 2026-07-09 04:47:37 UTC
SHA-256: 90b5f4dda25362f3…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/writer/writer-terms-of-service/provision/CA-P-014109/aggregate-liability-cap/
Accessed: Sept. 12, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Writer's Aggregate Liability Cap clause do?

This provision limits the maximum financial recovery available to any individual user for all claims related to the services to $100, regardless of the nature or magnitude of the harm alleged. The exclusion of consequential and indirect damages further narrows the categories of recoverable losses under the agreement.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, the maximum amount a user can recover from Writer for any claim related to the services is $100, and categories including lost data, lost profits, and business interruption are excluded from recoverable damages. The document states that some jurisdictions do not permit these limitations, and users in those jurisdictions may retain additional rights.

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