Legal Disclaimer & Confidentiality Notice

Canary LP | A Division of GrowDirect | Last Updated: February 16, 2026

1. Confidentiality & Trade Secret Protection

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• Trade Secret Designation: The Confidential Information constitutes trade secrets protected under the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 (18 U.S.C. § 1836 et seq.) and applicable state trade secret laws, including the Uniform Trade Secrets Act (UTSA).
• Attorney Work Product: Portions of the materials may constitute attorney work product and communications subject to attorney-client privilege. Unauthorized disclosure may waive privilege protections and result in legal liability.
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2. Prohibited Uses & Restrictions

You expressly agree NOT to:

• Reverse Engineering: Decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, or attempt to derive the source code, algorithms, methodologies, or underlying logic of any systems, software, or detection methods described or implemented by GrowDirect.
• Competitive Use: Use the Confidential Information to develop, design, manufacture, market, or distribute any competing products, services, or technologies.
• Third-Party Disclosure: Disclose Confidential Information to any third party, including but not limited to competitors, consultants, contractors, advisors, or investors, without GrowDirect's prior written consent.
• Replication: Copy, replicate, reproduce, duplicate, or create derivative works based on the Confidential Information, in whole or in part.
• Data Scraping: Use automated tools, bots, scrapers, or similar technologies to extract, harvest, or collect data or content from this website.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

Trademarks

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• Canary LP™ (Classes 9, 42)
• GrowDirect™ (Classes 9, 35, 42)
• Hawk Module™, Fox Module™, Owl Module™, Goose Module™
• All associated logos, design marks, and trade dress

Unauthorized use of GrowDirect's trademarks may constitute trademark infringement under federal and state law and may subject you to civil and criminal liability.

Patent Rights

GrowDirect holds and has applied for various patents and patent-pending technologies related to fraud detection, blockchain-based inventory verification, and real-time loss prevention systems. Any implementation, use, or commercialization of technologies described on this website may be subject to patent rights held by GrowDirect.

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• IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
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• The website will operate uninterrupted or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
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• The accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information or content

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• Your access to or use of this website
• Your violation of these terms or any applicable law or regulation
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Your unauthorized disclosure or use of Confidential Information
• Any breach of your confidentiality or non-disclosure obligations
• Any misrepresentation or breach of representation or warranty made by you

GrowDirect reserves the right, at its own expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with GrowDirect's defense of such claim.

7. Regulatory & Compliance Disclaimers

Healthcare & Pharmacy Disclaimer

The information provided on this website regarding pharmacy fraud detection, controlled substance monitoring, and loss prevention methodologies is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute:

• Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• Legal advice regarding DEA, HIPAA, or other healthcare regulations
• Professional guidance for pharmacy operations or controlled substance management
• Compliance certification or regulatory approval

Pharmacies and healthcare providers must consult qualified legal counsel and regulatory experts to ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, including but not limited to:

• The Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. § 801 et seq.)
• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• State Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PMP) requirements
• DEA registration and recordkeeping obligations

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No Attorney-Client Relationship

The content on this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not send us confidential information until a formal attorney-client relationship has been established through a written engagement letter.

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You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from or related to this website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Wilmington, Delaware, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

Arbitration Clause

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this website or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof, shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules.

The arbitration shall be conducted in Delaware, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction. This arbitration clause does not preclude parties from seeking provisional remedies (including injunctive relief) in court pending arbitration.

9. Severability & Entire Agreement

Severability: If any provision of these terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

Entire Agreement: These terms, together with our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and GrowDirect regarding your use of this website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

No Waiver: GrowDirect's failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

10. Legal Notices & Contact Information

Reporting Violations

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