DISCLAIMER

Worknite — AI-Powered Tax Management Platform

Effective Date: 01 January 2026
Last Updated: 16 June 2026
Version: 2.0 (Comprehensive)

1. CRITICAL NOTICE — NOT LEGAL OR TAX ADVICE

1.1 What Worknite Is NOT

Worknite is a technology platform. It is NOT:

• A law firm
• A chartered accountancy (CA) practice
• A tax consultancy or accounting firm
• A financial advisory service
• A licensed legal or tax professional
• A substitute for professional advice

1.2 What Worknite Provides

Worknite provides:

• AI-assisted drafting tools — generates text based on inputs
• Document analysis — extracts and summarizes information
• Case management features — organizes and tracks case documents
• Research assistance — suggests relevant statutes and case law
• Educational content — explains tax concepts (informational only)

None of the above constitutes legal advice, tax advice, or professional opinion.

1.3 Explicit Disclaimer — No Legal or Tax Advice

READ THIS CAREFULLY:

Worknite outputs are NEVER legal advice, tax advice, or professional guidance of any kind. All content, drafts, notices, orders, summaries, and analysis generated by Worknite are produced by artificial intelligence (Claude by Anthropic, GPT by OpenAI). These outputs are intended SOLELY as a starting point and drafting aid for qualified professionals. THEY MUST BE INDEPENDENTLY REVIEWED, VERIFIED, AND APPROVED BY A QUALIFIED TAX PROFESSIONAL, ADVOCATE, OR AUTHORISED REPRESENTATIVE BEFORE ANY USE IN OFFICIAL, LEGAL, OR REGULATORY CONTEXT.

By using Worknite, you acknowledge and accept that:

• You are NOT receiving professional advice
• AI outputs may be inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading
• You are solely responsible for verifying all content before use
• You assume all risk of relying on Worknite-generated content
• You will NOT submit any Worknite output to government authorities, courts, or third parties without independent professional review

1.4 Your Professional Responsibility

You must:

1. Review independently — Read every line of AI-generated content
2. Verify facts — Cross-check against original documents and official sources
3. Consult professionals — Before filing with tax authorities or courts:
   • For Income Tax matters: Consult a CA (Chartered Accountant) or licensed tax professional
   • For legal matters: Consult an advocate or lawyer
   • For government proceedings: Consult relevant professional
4. Understand limitations — AI may miss context, make errors, or provide outdated information
5. Take full responsibility — You are liable for accuracy and compliance of all submitted documents

2. NO PROFESSIONAL-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

2.1 Worknite Is a Technology Platform, Not a Professional Service

Use of Worknite does NOT create any professional-client relationship of any kind between you and:

• Worknite (the company)
• Worknite's founders, employees, or affiliates
• Any third-party service provider used by Worknite

2.2 No Attorney-Client Privilege

None of your communications, documents, or case files uploaded to Worknite are protected by:

• Attorney-client privilege (because Worknite is not an attorney)
• Professional confidentiality privilege (because Worknite is not a licensed professional)
• Legal work product protection (because Worknite is a technology platform)

This means:

• Your data is subject to our Privacy Policy (not professional privilege)
• If legally compelled, Worknite may disclose your data to government authorities
• Your communications are not confidential in the legal sense

2.3 No Duty of Care

Worknite owes you no legal duty of care beyond:

• Reasonable platform security
• Honest dealing
• Compliance with applicable law

Worknite does NOT owe you the duty of care that a professional (lawyer, CA, accountant) would owe to a client. That duty is what creates liability for professional malpractice. Worknite has no such duty.

2.4 No Fiduciary Duty

Worknite is NOT your fiduciary. We do NOT:

• Act in your best interest above our own
• Have a duty of confidentiality
• Have a duty of loyalty
• Carry professional liability insurance (because we're not professionals)

2.5 Implication: You Cannot Sue for Professional Negligence

Because there is no professional relationship:

• You cannot sue Worknite for professional negligence or malpractice
• Standard of care is "reasonable technology platform," not "reasonable professional"
• Liability is capped per Terms of Service (₹1 lakh or 3-month fees, whichever is less)

3. ACCURACY OF AI OUTPUTS — CRITICAL LIMITATIONS

3.1 AI Errors Are Common

Artificial intelligence is imperfect. AI-generated content may contain:

Factual Errors

• Wrong amounts (₹3.22 lakh vs. ₹3.22 crore)
• Wrong dates (15.04.2024 vs. 15.05.2024)
• Wrong parties (ABC Ltd vs. ABC Pvt Ltd)
• Conflicting information (note says ₹10 lakh, draft says ₹15 lakh)

Legal Errors

• Incorrect statutory references (wrong section, wrong act)
• Outdated legal positions (case overruled but AI doesn't know)
• Misapplication of law (wrong section for the facts)
• Missing relevant provisions (AI forgot a compliance requirement)

Procedural Errors

• Wrong notice type for situation
• Missing procedural steps
• Incorrect timelines or deadlines
• Non-compliance with departmental instructions or SOPs

Logical Gaps

• Incomplete reasoning
• Unsupported conclusions
• Missing counter-arguments
• Ignoring contradictory evidence

Bias & Limitations

• AI trained on historical data; may reflect past biases
• AI may over-rely on common scenarios, miss edge cases
• AI may misinterpret nuance or context
• AI outputs depend heavily on quality of your input

3.2 Specific Legal & Tax Limitations

Income Tax Act 1961 & Changes

• The Income Tax Act 1961, its rules, and schedules are amended frequently (every Finance Act, mid-year changes, retrospective amendments)
• Worknite's training data has a knowledge cutoff date (currently June 2026)
• AI may not reflect current law as of your use date
• Always verify statutory references against official sources:
  • Income Tax Act 1961 (latest version on taxmann.com, cbic-gst.gov.in)
  • Income Tax Rules 1962
  • Finance Act 2024 (latest amendments)
  • CBDT Circulars, Notifications, Orders (latest on cbdt.gov.in)

Case Law & Judicial Precedent

• High Court and ITAT judgments are constantly changing the legal position
• An earlier judgment may be overruled, distinguished, or reversed by later courts
• AI may cite outdated case law without knowing it's been overruled
• Always verify case law against:
  • ITAT Judgment Database (itat.nic.in)
  • High Court judgments (relevant state HC website)
  • Supreme Court judgments (judgments.nic.in)
  • Legal databases (taxmann, legalcrystal, etc.)

CBDT Circulars & Notifications

• CBDT frequently issues circulars clarifying law (e.g., Circular 1/2024)
• These may override or clarify AI's understanding
• Worknite may not have latest circulars
• Always check cbdt.gov.in for latest circulars before relying on AI analysis

Finance Act Amendments

• Every Finance Act (annual budget) amends tax law
• Mid-year statutory amendments may occur
• Worknite may not reflect these changes (especially for output generated before amendment)
• Always verify against latest Finance Act

3.3 You Are Responsible for Accuracy

By submitting any Worknite-generated content to government authorities, courts, or third parties, you represent that:

• You have independently verified all facts in the document
• You have verified all statutory references against current law
• You have verified all case law against current precedent
• You have confirmed all procedures are current and compliant
• You have independently verified the accuracy and completeness
• Any errors or inaccuracies are your responsibility, not Worknite's

4. SPECIFIC DISCLAIMER — ASSESSING OFFICERS (AO WORKSPACE)

4.1 AO Use of Worknite Outputs

If you are an Income Tax Department Assessing Officer using Worknite's AO Workspace:

Worknite outputs (case notes, draft notices, analysis) are tools only. Before using any output in:

• Assessment orders (under IT Act Section 144)
• Show cause notices (under Section 154)
• Penalty proceedings
• Any official communication or proceeding

You MUST:

1. Review independently — Read and understand the complete analysis
2. Verify facts — Cross-check figures, dates, parties against case files
3. Apply law correctly — Ensure output applies correct law to the facts
4. Follow departmental procedures:
   • Follow your Board's instructions and SOPs
   • Follow your field office's circular instructions
   • Follow your commissioner's directions
   • Ensure compliance with IT Act sections and rules
5. Modify as needed — Adapt AI output to your case specifics, official style, tone
6. Take responsibility — You are the author and accountable for the order/notice

4.2 Worknite Is Not a Substitute for Professional Judgment

• Worknite cannot replace your professional judgment as an AO
• Worknite cannot substitute for proper legal research
• Worknite cannot bypass departmental instructions
• Worknite cannot exempt you from accountability for orders issued

4.3 Departmental Liability

If any Worknite-generated content used in your assessment order:

• Contains an error
• Misapplies the law
• Violates procedure
• Results in wrong assessment

You (the AO) and the department are liable, not Worknite. Worknite's role is tool-provider only.

4.4 Corruption, Misuse, Bias

Worknite cannot be used to:

• Generate intentionally wrong orders to extort bribes
• Bypass legal procedures to harass taxpayers
• Create orders biased by personal prejudice
• Circumvent accountability or oversight

Any such use is your criminal liability, not Worknite's.

5. SPECIFIC DISCLAIMER — CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS & TAX PROFESSIONALS

5.1 Professional Responsibility

If you are a Chartered Accountant, tax professional, or authorised representative:

Using Worknite outputs for client advice or filings carries your professional responsibility.

Before advising clients based on Worknite-generated content:

1. Verify independently — Conduct your own research
2. Apply your expertise — Use your professional judgment
3. Disclose AI use (if required) — Some clients/authorities may require disclosure that AI was used
4. Maintain professional standards — Comply with:
   • CA Act 1949
   • Chartered Accountants Regulations (ICAI)
   • Code of Conduct (ICAI)
   • Applicable tax law

5.2 Your Professional Liability

Your professional liability insurance covers:

• Your own negligence
• Your misapplication of law
• Your breach of professional duty

Your insurance does NOT cover:

• Blindly relying on AI output without review
• Failing to verify AI analysis
• Using outdated AI information without updating

If a client sues you for relying on defective Worknite output:

• Your insurer may deny coverage (claiming gross negligence)
• You personally remain liable
• Worknite will not defend you (no professional relationship)

5.3 Client Disclosure

Best practice: Inform clients that:

• You use AI tools (like Worknite) to assist research
• AI outputs are not professional advice; they're reviewed by you
• Your professional liability covers your own negligence, not AI errors
• You take responsibility for all advice given (whether AI-assisted or not)

6. SPECIFIC DISCLAIMER — TAXPAYERS

6.1 Personal Tax Module Use

If you are an individual or business taxpayer using Worknite's Personal Tax module:

Worknite outputs are for your personal education and reference only.

Before submitting any Worknite-generated document to the Income Tax Department:

1. Consult a qualified professional — A CA or tax professional
2. Do not file directly — Filing wrong documents can result in:
   • Tax penalties (25%–50% of tax)
   • Interest on unpaid tax (8% per annum)
   • Criminal prosecution (if willful)
3. Verify accuracy — Check all figures against your records
4. Understand implications — Consult a professional on the legal/financial impact

6.2 Tax Notice Responses

If you received a tax notice and are using Worknite to draft a response:

DO NOT SUBMIT TO INCOME TAX DEPARTMENT WITHOUT PROFESSIONAL REVIEW.

A defective response can result in:

• Assessment against you
• Penalties for non-compliance
• Interest accrual
• Criminal prosecution

Always consult a CA or advocate before responding to any tax notice.

6.3 ITR & Compliance

Worknite's analysis of ITR or tax compliance is for information only.

For actual ITR filing and compliance:

• Consult a qualified CA
• Use professionally reviewed tax software
• Ensure compliance with all statutes

Worknite outputs should never be the sole basis for ITR filing.

7. OUTDATEDNESS & LEGAL CHANGES

7.1 Knowledge Cutoff

Worknite's AI is trained on data with a cutoff date of June 2026.

This means:

• Finance Act 2025 — included
• Finance Act 2026 (if enacted) — may not be fully included
• Mid-year changes (Finance Ordinance, statutory amendments) — may not be included
• CBDT circulars issued after June 2026 — may not be known to AI

7.2 Rapid Change in Tax Law

Indian tax law changes constantly:

• Every Budget (February) brings Finance Act amendments
• Mid-year changes (via Finance Ordinance, Statutory Orders)
• CBDT circulars issued throughout the year
• Case law developments (courts constantly update legal position)
• Procedural changes (departmental SOPs, Board instructions)

Worknite cannot keep pace with all changes. You must:

• Verify statutory references against latest law
• Check for amendments post-cutoff date
• Verify case law against latest precedents
• Consult latest circulars on cbdt.gov.in

7.3 Your Duty to Stay Current

You are responsible for knowing current law. Worknite's outdated information is not an excuse for non-compliance.

If you file returns or respond to notices based on outdated AI analysis, and law has changed:

• You bear the consequences (not Worknite)
• Tax authorities will apply current law, not historical law
• You may face penalties for non-compliance

8. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT & LINKS

8.1 References to External Sources

Worknite may reference, link to, or cite:

• Income Tax Act sections
• CBDT Circulars
• Court judgments
• Tax authority websites
• Third-party legal databases

8.2 Worknite Does Not Endorse

Worknite does not:

• Endorse external websites or their accuracy
• Verify third-party content
• Update broken links
• Guarantee availability of linked resources
• Take responsibility for third-party content quality

8.3 Verify All External References

When Worknite cites a statute, circular, or judgment:

• Verify independently — Check the official source
• Verify authenticity — Ensure the citation is accurate
• Verify currency — Check if it's been amended or overruled
• Do not blindly rely on Worknite's citation

Example: Worknite cites "CBDT Circular 2/2024 clarifies Section 80C." You must:

1. Go to cbdt.gov.in
2. Find Circular 2/2024
3. Read it yourself
4. Verify it applies to your situation
5. Check if it's been updated or superseded

9. PLATFORM AVAILABILITY & DOWNTIME

9.1 No Guarantee of Availability

Worknite does not guarantee continuous or uninterrupted availability of the platform.

Platform may be unavailable due to:

• Scheduled maintenance — announced in advance (usually monthly)
• Unscheduled downtime — server failures, technical issues, natural disasters
• Third-party outages — Anthropic API down, Supabase down, Vercel down, internet issues
• Force majeure — events beyond reasonable control (earthquakes, government action, etc.)
• Security incidents — if breach occurs, platform may be taken offline

9.2 Downtime During Critical Periods

If platform is unavailable when you urgently need it:

• To respond to a tax notice deadline
• To file a return before cutoff
• During a critical case proceeding

Worknite is not responsible. You should:

• Maintain offline backups of important documents
• Have alternative resources (lawyer, CA) for urgent situations
• Do not rely solely on Worknite for time-critical work

9.3 No Compensation for Downtime

• No refund is issued for downtime (see Refund Policy)
• No service credits unless downtime exceeds 4 hours (at Worknite's discretion)
• No liability for harm caused by unavailability

10. NO WARRANTY — EXPRESS DISCLAIMERS

10.1 "AS-IS" Disclaimer

Worknite is provided "AS-IS" without any warranties of any kind.

We explicitly disclaim:

Accuracy

• AI outputs may be inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading
• Worknite makes no warranty that outputs are correct
• You must independently verify all content

Fitness for Purpose

• Worknite is not fit for any specific purpose
• It may not suit your particular need
• We do not warrant it will accomplish your goals

Non-Infringement

• AI-generated content may inadvertently resemble existing works
• Worknite does not warrant outputs don't infringe third-party rights
• You are responsible for IP compliance

Merchantability

• Worknite does not warrant the platform is suitable for sale or commercial use
• We do not warrant it has any market value

Security

• We do not warrant the platform is secure against hacking
• We do not warrant your data cannot be breached
• Despite our efforts, breaches may occur

Timeliness

• We do not warrant outputs reflect current law
• We do not warrant information is up-to-date
• You must verify against current sources

Completeness

• We do not warrant outputs include all relevant information
• AI may omit important facts, sections, or considerations
• You must supplement with your own research

10.2 "NO WARRANTIES" Statement

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, WORKNITE AND ITS PROVIDERS MAKE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. YOUR USE OF WORKNITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK.

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

11.1 No Liability for Consequential Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by Indian law, Worknite shall not be liable for any:

• Direct damages — loss from the harm itself
• Indirect damages — secondary harm caused by the direct loss
• Incidental damages — minor, ancillary harm
• Special damages — unique to your situation
• Consequential damages — harm that results as a chain reaction
• Punitive damages — penalties beyond actual harm

11.2 Specific Exclusions

Worknite is NOT liable for:

• Inaccuracy of AI outputs — even if the inaccuracy was foreseeable
• Tax penalties or interest — if you relied on Worknite and owed tax/penalty
• Court/tribunal adverse orders — if your submission using Worknite was rejected or penalized
• Lost opportunities — deadlines missed due to platform unavailability
• Lost profits — from business disruption due to Worknite issues
• Lost data — from your failure to back up (Worknite backs up but is not responsible if you lose data)
• Government action — if you were audited, assessed, or prosecuted based on Worknite-generated content
• Reputational harm — damage to your reputation from using defective Worknite outputs
• Malpractice liability — if you're a professional and sued for using Worknite carelessly
• Bodily injury or death — not applicable, but disclaimed for completeness

11.3 Liability Cap

Even if Worknite were liable (which we disclaim), maximum liability is:

• ₹1,00,000 (₹1 lakh) for most users
• OR amount paid in past 3 months (whichever is lower)
• Exception for gross negligence: Even for gross negligence (intentional harm), liability cap applies

11.4 No Liability for Third-Party Services

Worknite is not liable for:

• Anthropic (Claude API) failures or errors
• OpenAI (GPT API) failures or errors
• Supabase (database) failures or data loss
• Vercel (hosting) downtime or failures
• Razorpay (payment) failures or fraud
• Internet outages
• Bank processing delays

12. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

By using Worknite, you assume all risks that:

1. AI outputs may be inaccurate — factually, legally, or procedurally
2. You may face tax consequences — if you rely on defective outputs
3. You may face legal consequences — if outputs cause non-compliance
4. Your data may be lost — despite our backup efforts
5. Your account may be hacked — despite our security measures
6. The platform may be unavailable — when you need it most
7. Law may have changed — since AI's cutoff date
8. Case law may have been overruled — since AI last trained
9. You may face penalties — for non-compliance based on Worknite outputs
10. You may lose money — from reliance on AI analysis

13. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

13.1 You Are Responsible for Compliance

Using Worknite does not ensure compliance with any law or regulation.

You are solely responsible for:

• Income Tax Act 1961 compliance
• Income Tax Rules 1962 compliance
• DPDP Act 2023 compliance (if handling others' data)
• Professional conduct standards (if you're a professional)
• Departmental instructions (if you're an AO)
• Court procedural rules (if filing in court)
• Client confidentiality (if you're a professional)

13.2 Verify Against Official Sources

Always verify your understanding against:

• Official government websites (taxmann.com, cbdt.gov.in, incometaxindia.gov.in)
• Latest statutory texts (bare acts, rules, schedules)
• Latest circulars (CBDT, Department of Revenue)
• Official guidance (Board instructions, field office circulars)
• Professional standards (ICAI Code of Conduct, if applicable)

13.3 Worknite Is Not Official Guidance

Worknite is NOT:

• Official income tax guidance
• An official interpretation of law
• A CBDT circular or notification
• An official tax authority resource
• An official legal resource

For official guidance:

• Visit incometaxindia.gov.in (official IT website)
• Contact CBDT at cbdt.gov.in
• Consult a qualified professional (CA, advocate)

14. SPECIFIC DISCLAIMERS FOR INDIAN TAX CONTEXT

14.1 Assessment & Reassessment

• Worknite cannot predict assessment outcomes
• AI analysis of your case is not a tax professional's opinion on your liability
• You may still be assessed even if AI analysis suggests no liability
• You must file returns even if Worknite analysis suggests no tax liability

14.2 Show Cause Notices & Penalties

• If you receive a show cause notice, consult a CA/advocate immediately
• Do not rely on Worknite to draft show cause response
• A defective response can result in order against you without opportunity to defend

14.3 Advance Ruling Petitions

• Worknite cannot advise on Advance Ruling eligibility
• Consult a professional before filing Advance Ruling petitions
• Wrong petition can waste time and money

14.4 Appeals

• If you disagree with an assessment order, consult a professional immediately
• Appeal timelines are strict; missing deadlines forfeits appeal rights
• Worknite cannot advise on appeal strategy or merit

14.5 Statute of Limitations

• Worknite may not correctly calculate statutory limitation periods
• Tax authorities have strict timelines for assessment, reassessment, collection
• You have strict timelines for filing appeals, responding to notices
• Missing deadlines due to reliance on Worknite's timeline analysis is your responsibility

15. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LIMITATIONS

15.1 How AI Works (And Why It Can Fail)

Large language models (Claude, GPT) work by:

• Predicting next word based on patterns in training data
• Not "understanding" in human sense
• Not "reasoning" logically; mimicking reasoning patterns
• Not verifying facts before outputting

This means AI can:

• Hallucinate facts — invent information that sounds plausible but is false
• Misapply law — apply a rule to wrong facts
• Ignore contradictions — fail to notice when two statements conflict
• Miss context — not understand subtle implications
• Reflect biases — from historical training data

15.2 AI Hallucinations

"Hallucination" = AI confidently stating false information as fact.

Example:

• You ask: "What's the latest CBDT circular on expense deductions?"
• AI responds: "CBDT Circular 5/2025 clarifies Section 37 expenses…"
• Truth: There is no such circular; AI invented it

This is especially dangerous in tax/legal context because:

• False statute citations sound plausible
• False case names sound real
• False circular numbers are indistinguishable from real ones
• You may cite them as fact without knowing they're invented

Always verify statutory/case references independently.

15.3 AI Dependence on Input Quality

AI outputs are only as good as your inputs.

If you provide:

• Incomplete documents → AI analysis incomplete
• Unclear facts → AI analysis may be wrong
• Conflicting information → AI may misinterpret
• Biased framing → AI may follow your bias

Example: You upload a document but omit a critical page. AI's analysis will be incomplete.

15.4 AI Cannot Replace Human Judgment

Humans can:

• Understand nuance and context
• Apply wisdom and common sense
• Consider unwritten rules and customs
• Balance competing interests
• Take responsibility for decisions
• Update understanding when facts change
• Admit uncertainty

AI cannot. Using AI to replace human judgment in tax/legal work is dangerous.

16. WORKNITE'S LIMITATIONS AS A PLATFORM

16.1 Cannot Provide Professional Services

Worknite:

• Cannot provide legal advice (only technology platform)
• Cannot provide tax advice (only technology platform)
• Cannot represent you in proceedings (not authorized, not a legal entity with law license)
• Cannot sign documents on your behalf (not authorized)
• Cannot negotiate on your behalf (not a professional service)

16.2 Cannot Ensure Accuracy

Despite our efforts:

• AI outputs may be inaccurate
• Documents may be indexed wrong
• Search results may be incomplete
• Analysis may be misleading
• Cross-document findings may be wrong

16.3 Cannot Ensure Confidentiality

Your data in Worknite is:

• Not legally privileged (see Section 2.2)
• May be disclosed if legally compelled
• Subject to our Privacy Policy (not professional privilege)
• Not confidential in legal sense

16.4 Cannot Ensure Compliance

Worknite cannot ensure:

• Your outputs comply with applicable law
• Your submissions meet procedural requirements
• Your filings are substantively correct
• Your case strategy is optimal
• Your actions avoid liability

17. WHAT YOU MUST DO (YOUR OBLIGATIONS)

17.1 Mandatory Verification

Before submitting ANY Worknite-generated content to government, courts, or third parties, you MUST:

1. Read every word — Understand the complete output
2. Verify every fact — Check against original documents
3. Verify every law citation — Check statute numbers against bare act
4. Verify every case citation — Check case name and year against judgment database
5. Verify every date — Check deadlines, limitation periods, procedural dates
6. Verify every amount — Check figures against calculations, documents
7. Verify procedure — Ensure output follows correct legal procedure
8. Verify compliance — Ensure full compliance with applicable statutes and rules
9. Consult a professional — Before submitting to authorities or courts
10. Take responsibility — Understand that you are responsible for accuracy

17.2 What You Cannot Do

You cannot:

• Use Worknite to avoid hiring a professional
• Submit Worknite output directly to authorities without review
• Rely solely on Worknite for important tax/legal decisions
• Use Worknite as an excuse for non-compliance ("AI told me to")
• Blame Worknite if AI analysis was wrong

17.3 Your Signature = Your Responsibility

When you sign a document (ITR, reply, application):

• You are certifying its accuracy under penalty of perjury/false statement
• You are responsible for every statement, not the AI that drafted it
• You cannot hide behind AI — "the AI drafted it" is no defense
• Knowingly signing false statements is a crime (IPC Section 191, 193)

18. CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS

18.1 Disclaimer Inquiries

Email: legal@worknite.in (or contact@worknite.in with "DISCLAIMER QUESTION" in subject)

Subject: "DISCLAIMER QUESTION — [Your specific question]"

Response time: 7 business days

18.2 What We Cannot Do

We cannot:

• Provide legal advice on whether your specific use is compliant
• Guarantee that Worknite outputs will work for your situation
• Advise on professional responsibility for using Worknite
• Provide guidance on statute of limitations or filing deadlines

For these, consult a qualified professional (CA, advocate).

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT & ACCEPTANCE

19.1 By Using Worknite, You Acknowledge:

• ✅ You have read this Disclaimer in full
• ✅ You understand Worknite provides AI drafting tools, not professional services
• ✅ You understand AI outputs may be inaccurate
• ✅ You understand you must independently verify all content
• ✅ You understand you cannot rely solely on Worknite for important decisions
• ✅ You understand there is no professional-client relationship with Worknite
• ✅ You understand you assume all risk of using Worknite
• ✅ You understand Worknite's liability is limited to ₹1 lakh maximum
• ✅ You understand you must consult professionals before submitting outputs to authorities
• ✅ You take full responsibility for accuracy and compliance of all documents you submit

19.2 If You Do Not Agree:

Do not use Worknite.

If you have already used it and disagree with this Disclaimer, you may request a refund under the Refund Policy.

20. AMENDMENTS & UPDATES

20.1 Worknite May Update This Disclaimer

• Material changes — 30 days' notice via email
• Minor clarifications — effective immediately
• Continued use = acceptance of updated Disclaimer

20.2 This Version Effective

• Version 1.0 — 01 January 2026
• Version 2.0 — 16 June 2026 (comprehensive)

21. GOVERNING LAW

This Disclaimer is governed by Indian law and interpreted per:

• Indian Contract Act 1872
• Consumer Protection Act 2019 (informational disclaimer provisions)
• Any disputes resolved per Terms of Service (arbitration in Mumbai)

FINAL CRITICAL NOTICE

DO NOT IGNORE THIS DISCLAIMER

This Disclaimer is not boilerplate legal text. It reflects the real limitations of AI-generated content.

Real consequences if you ignore it:

• Tax penalties: 25%–50% of tax if you file wrong information
• Interest: 8% per annum on unpaid tax
• Criminal prosecution: If willful non-compliance
• Loss of money: If you relied on wrong AI analysis
• Loss of case: If you submitted defective documents to court/tribunal
• Loss of professional credibility: If you're a CA/advocate and clients sue

By using Worknite, you are accepting these risks.

If anything in this Disclaimer is unclear, contact a qualified professional (CA, advocate) before using Worknite.

Do not use Worknite as a substitute for professional advice.

End of Disclaimer

Version: 2.0
Effective: 16 June 2026
Last Updated: 16 June 2026

For questions: legal@worknite.in or contact@worknite.in