Motor City Sitters - Babysitting Placement Agreement
Terms of Service Agreement
This Terms of Service Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between Motor City Sitters ("MCS") and the Client ("Family") availing the babysitting placement services provided by MCS. By accessing or using the MCS website or services, the User agrees to be bound by these terms and conditions.
1. Services Provided
1a. MCS offers babysitting placement services to connect families with qualified babysitters. MCS acts as an intermediary platform facilitating the connection between families seeking babysitting services ("Families") and individuals providing babysitting services ("Sitters").
1b. MCS does not employ Sitters directly but provides a platform for Families to connect with Sitters. MCS does not provide babysitting services directly and does not have control over the quality, timing, legality, or any other aspect of the services provided by the Sitters.
2. User Responsibilities
2a. Family must provide accurate and up-to-date information when registering for MCS services.
2b. MCS is responsible for conducting interviews, background checks, and determining the suitability of Sitters for families specific needs.
2c. Family is responsible for communicating with MCS to adequately specify their sitter needs including but not limited to: qualifications wanted, dates and times needed.
3. Fees and Payments
3a. Families agree to pay the fees specified by MCS for the use of its services. Fees may vary based on the type and duration of services requested.
3b. Payments must be made through the MCS platform. MCS reserves the right to suspend or terminate services for Users with outstanding payments.
3c. Placement fee must be paid in full when booking placement with MCS. Placement fees are nonrefundable.
3d. Family is responsible for paying the sitter referred to them directly at the specified hourly rate set by MCS. Payment is to be made at the end of each care period.
4. Placement of Caregiver
4a. Motor City Sitters will use its best efforts to match a suitable Caregiver based on the family's needs and preferences.
4b. Fees and Payments: The family agrees to pay Motor City Sitters the agreed placement fee for the services rendered. Payment terms and the amount shall be as agreed upon separately between Motor City Sitters and the family.
4c. Responsibilities of Motor City Sitters: Motor City Sitters will conduct background checks on Caregivers to the best of their ability. Motor City Sitters will provide ongoing support and assistance as reasonably necessary during the placement period.
5. Limitation of Liability
5a. MCS is not liable for any damages, losses, or disputes arising from the use of its services, including but not limited to disputes between Families and Sitters, or any actions or omissions of Sitters.
5b. MCS does not guarantee the availability of Sitters or the accuracy of information provided by Sitters or Families.
5c. If the sitter cancels within 12 hours of care start time MCS will find a replacement for the family with a waived placement fee.
5d. If the family cancels within 12 hours of care start time, the family will be billed for a $50 cancellation fee and two hours of care. Failure to pay invoice within 48 hours will result in the family being sent to small claims by MCS.
5e. Initial palcement fees paid to MCS are nonrefundable.
6. Termination
6a. MCS reserves the right to suspend or terminate services to any User for violation of these terms and conditions or for any other reason at its discretion.
6b. Users may terminate their account with MCS at any time by contacting customer support.
6c. Family agrees that during the term of their relationship with Motor City Sitters (MCS), they shall not directly or indirectly contact any babysitter referred by the Agency for care without the express consent of the Agency. Any attempt to circumvent the Agency in this manner shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement. In the event of such a breach, the Family agrees to pay a fee three times the booking fee per day of care needed by the Agency. Additionally, the Agency reserves the right to immediately terminate the Family's placement and remove them from the Agency's client list
This Non-Compete provision shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
7. Miscellaneous
7a. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between MCS and the User and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings.
7b. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Michigan. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the state of Michigan.
By accessing or using MCS services, the User acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.
Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding your bookings or these terms and conditions, please contact us at info@motorcitysitters.com or via text at (810) 354-5508
By proceeding with a booking, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.