Scantek Medical, Inc. 4B Wing Drive Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
Scantek
Medical, Inc.
0X
Xxxx
Xxxxx
Cedar
Knolls, NJ 07927
March
7,
2007
Life
Medical Technologies, Inc.
P.O.
Box
473
Babylon,
NY 11702
Gentlemen:
WHEREAS,
Srotnac Group LLC (“Srotnac”) has taken the position that it has an option
(“Srotnac Option”) to acquire the exclusive right to distribute Scantek Medical,
Inc.’s (“Scantek’s”) prostate device (the “Prostate Device”) and susceptibility
to stroke device (the “Stroke Device”) in the United States and Canada pursuant
to a Letter Agreement between Srotnac and Scantek dated as of the 3rd
day of
December, 2004 (“Srotnac Letter Agreement”);
WHEREAS,
Xxxxxxx believes that Xxxxxxx does not possess the Srotnac Option, because
the
restated Agreement by and between Scantek and Life Medical Technologies, Inc.
(“Life Medical”) dated the 22nd
day of
August, 2006, which Agreement amended and restated the agreement by and between
Scantek and Life Medical dated as of the 3rd
day of
December, 2004, made the Srotnac Option void;
WHEREAS,
Life Medical is controlled by Xxxxxxx’s owner Xxxxxx Xxxxxx;
WHEREAS,
Xxxxxxx and Srotnac seek to resolve the status of distribution rights for the
Prostate Device and Stroke Device;
WHEREAS,
Xxxxxxx is willing to grant, and Life Medical is willing to accept, the option
to acquire an interest in a limited liability company which will own the
exclusive distribution rights for the Prostate Device and Stroke Device in
all
of the current and future countries and other governmental entities on the
earth
(the “New LLC”). Xxxxxxx and Life Medical will each own fifty (50%) percent of
the voting interests and forty eight and one half (48.5%) percent of the total
interests in the New LLC;
NOW,
THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties hereinafter
set forth, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and
adequacy of which is hereby acknowledged,
IT
IS
AGREED:
1.
Recitals. The parties hereby adopt as part of this Letter Agreement each of
the
recitals which is set forth above in the WHEREAS clauses, and agree that such
recitals shall be binding upon the parties hereto by way of contract and not
merely by way of recital or inducement and such WHEREAS clauses are hereby
confirmed and ratified as being accurate by each party as to
itself.
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2.
Scantek hereby grants Life Medical the option (the “Life Medical Option”) to
enter into an exclusive distribution agreement with Scantek, pursuant to the
terms and conditions of this Letter Agreement and the Operating Agreement and
Distribution Agreement which are annexed hereto and made a part hereof as
Exhibits “A” and “B”, respectively.
3.
A.
Duration of Life Medical Option. Until December 31, 2008, Life Medical may
exercise the Life Medical Option at any time. Scantek may send a notice to
Life
Medical at any time pursuant to Article “6” of this Agreement, stating that if
Life Medical does not exercise the Life Medical Option on or prior to a
specified expiration date which is ninety (90) days or more after the date
of
such notice (the “Expiration Date”), the Life Medical Option shall expire upon
the Expiration Date; provided, however, that the Expiration Date shall not
be
prior to December 31, 2008.
B.
Exercise Price. The exercise price of the Life Medical Option shall be three
million two hundred thousand ($3,200,000) dollars (“Exercise Price”).
C.
Payment of Exercise Price. The Exercise Price for the Life Medical Option shall
be paid as follows:
(i)
Fifty
(50%) percent of the Exercise Price at the time of exercise of the Life Medical
Option;
(ii)
The
remaining balance on, or prior to, the date which is six (6) months after the
date of exercise of the Life Medical Option.
4.
Distribution Entity.
A.
Capitalization. The capitalization of the New LLC shall be at least two hundred
fifty thousand ($250,000) dollars as of three (3) months after the exercise
of
the Life Medical Option (the “Primary Capitalization”), and at least one million
($1,000,000) dollars as of one (1) year after the exercise of the Life Medical
Option (the “Secondary Capitalization”), such Secondary Capitalization being
inclusive of, not in addition to, the Primary Capitalization.
B.
Ownership. After the exercise of the Life Medical Option, Life Medical and
Xxxxxxx shall each own fifty (50%) percent of the voting interests of the New
LLC and forty eight and one half (48.5%) percent of the total interests of
the
New LLC.
5.
In
order to induce Xxxxxxx to grant the Life Medical Option, Xxxxxxx agrees to
release any and all rights which it may have with respect to the Srotnac
Option.
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6.
Any
notice or other communication required or permitted hereunder shall be
sufficiently given if sent by (i) mail by (a) certified mail, postage prepaid,
return receipt requested and (b) first class mail, postage prepaid (ii)
overnight delivery with confirmation of delivery or (iii) facsimile transmission
with an original mailed by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as
follows:
If
to Life Medical:
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Medical Technologies, Inc.
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P.O.
Box 473
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Babylon,
NY 11702
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Attn:
Xx. Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, President
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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& Xxxxxx, P.C.
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000
Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx, Xxxxx 0000
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New
York, NY 10022
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Attn:
Xxxxxxxxx X. Xxxxx, Esq.
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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If
to Srotnac:
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Srotnac
Group LLC
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P.O.
Box 473
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Babylon,
NY 11702
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Attn:
Xx. Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, Managing Member
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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& Xxxxxx, P.C.
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000
Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx, Xxxxx 0000
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New
York, NY 10022
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Attn:
Xxxxxxxxx X. Xxxxx, Esq.
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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To Scantek: |
Scantek
Medical, Inc.
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Xxxx Xxxxx
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Cedar
Knolls, NJ 07927
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Attn:
Xx. Xxxxxxxx X. Xxxx
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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& Xxxxxx, P.C.
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000
Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx, Xxxxx 0000
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New
York, NY 10022
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Attn:
Xxxxxxxxx X. Xxxxx, Esq.
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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or
in
each case to such other address and facsimile number as shall have last been
furnished by like notice. If all of the methods of notice set forth in this
Article “6” of this Letter Agreement are impossible for any reason, notice shall
be in writing and personally delivered to the aforesaid addresses. Each notice
or communication shall be deemed to have been given as of the date so mailed
or
delivered as the case may be; provided, however, that any notice sent by
facsimile shall be deemed to have been given as of the date so sent if a copy
thereof is also mailed by first class mail on the date sent by facsimile. If
the
date of mailing is not the same as the date of sending by facsimile, then the
date of mailing by first class mail shall be deemed to be the date upon which
notice is given; provided further, however, that any notice sent by overnight
delivery shall be deemed to have been given as of the date of
delivery.
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7.
This
Letter Agreement shall in accordance with Section 5-1401 of the General
Obligations Law of New York in all respects be construed, governed, applied
and
enforced under the internal laws of the State of New York without giving effect
to the principles of conflicts of laws and be deemed to be an agreement entered
into in the State of New York and made pursuant to the laws of the State of
New
York. The parties agree that they shall be deemed to have agreed to binding
arbitration solely in New York, New York, with respect to the entire subject
matter of any and all disputes relating to or arising under this Letter
Agreement including, but not limited to, the specific matters or disputes as
to
which arbitration has been expressly provided for by other provisions of this
Letter Agreement. Any such arbitration shall be by a panel of three arbitrators
and pursuant to the commercial rules then existing of the American Arbitration
Association in the State of New York, County of New York. In all arbitrations,
judgment upon the arbitration award may be entered in any court having
jurisdiction. The parties agree, further, that the prevailing party in any
such
arbitration as determined by the arbitrators shall be entitled to such costs
and
attorney's fees, if any, in connection with such arbitration as may be awarded
by the arbitrators. In connection with the arbitrators’ determination for the
purpose of which party, if any, is the prevailing party, they shall take into
account all of the factors and circumstances including, without limitation,
the
relief sought, and by whom, and the relief, if any, awarded, and to whom. In
addition, and notwithstanding the foregoing sentence, a party shall not be
deemed to be the prevailing party in a claim seeking monetary damages, unless
the amount of the arbitration award exceeds the amount offered in a legally
binding writing by the other party by fifteen percent (15%) or more. For
example, if the party initiating arbitration (“A”) seeks an award of $100,000
plus costs and expenses, the other party (“B”) has offered A $50,000 in a
legally binding written offer prior to the commencement of the arbitration
proceeding, and the arbitration panel awards any amount less than $57,500 to
A,
the panel should determine that B has “prevailed”. The parties specifically
designate the courts in the City of New York, State of New York as properly
having jurisdiction for any proceeding to confirm and enter judgment upon any
such arbitration award. The parties hereby consent to and submit to personal
jurisdiction over each of them solely by the courts of the State of New York
in
any action or proceeding, waive personal service of any and all process and
specifically consent that in any such action or proceeding brought in the courts
of the State of New York, any service of process may be effectuated upon any
of
them by certified mail, return receipt requested, in accordance with Article
“6”
of this Letter Agreement.
The
arbitration panel shall have no power to award non-monetary or equitable relief
of any sort. It shall also have no power to award (i) damages inconsistent
with
any applicable agreement between the parties or (ii) punitive damages or any
other damages not measured by the prevailing party’s actual damages; and the
parties expressly waive their right to obtain such damages in arbitration or
in
any other forum. In no event, even if any other portion of these provisions
is
held invalid or unenforceable, shall the arbitration panel have power to make
an
award or impose a remedy which could not be made or imposed by a court deciding
the matter in the same jurisdiction.
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Discovery
shall be permitted in connection with the arbitration only to the extent, if
any, expressly authorized by the arbitration panel upon a showing of substantial
need by the party seeking discovery.
All
aspects of the arbitration shall be treated as confidential. The parties and
the
arbitration panel may disclose the existence, content or results of the
arbitration only as provided in the rules of the American Arbitration
Association in New York, New York. Before making any such disclosure, a party
shall give written notice to all other parties and shall afford such parties
a
reasonable opportunity to protect their interest.
8.
This
Letter Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties and
supersedes all prior agreements and understandings with respect to same. This
Letter Agreement may not be altered, changed or modified, except by a written
instrument signed by each of the parties to this Letter Agreement. All Exhibits
annexed or attached to this Letter Agreement are incorporated into this Letter
Agreement by reference thereto and constitute an integral part of this Letter
Agreement. This Letter Agreement shall be binding upon each of the parties
to
this Letter Agreement, and upon their respective successors and assigns.
If
this
Letter Agreement accurately reflects our agreement, please sign where indicated
below.
Scantek
Medical, Inc.
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Xx.
Xxxxxxxx X. Xxxx, President
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Agreed and Accepted: | ||
Life
Medical Technologies, Inc.
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By: | ||
Xxxxxx
Xxxxxx, President
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Srotnac
Group, LLC
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Xxxxxx
Xxxxxx, Managing Member
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EXHIBIT
A
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OPERATING
AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT,
dated as of the ___ day of _________, 2007 (the “Agreement”), by and between
Scantek Medical, Inc., a Delaware corporation with an address at
________________________ (“Scantek”), Life Medical Technologies, Inc., a
Delaware corporation with an address at P.O. Box 473, Babylon, NY 11702 (“Life
Medical”) and Xxxxx & Fraade Enterprises, LLC, a New York limited liability
company with an address at 000 XxXxxx Xxxxxx, Xxxxxxxxx Xxxxxx, XX 00000
(“M&F”), (Scantek, Life Medical and M&F are hereinafter referred to as
the “Members”).
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS,
the
Members have formed ____________________ as a Delaware limited liability company
(the “Company”) in order to distribute Scantek’s prostate device and
susceptibility to stroke device (the “Products”) throughout all of the current
and future countries and other governmental entities on the earth,
and
WHEREAS,
the
Members desire to set forth certain provisions with respect to the affairs,
operations and management of the Company.
NOW,
THEREFORE,
in
consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties hereinafter set forth,
and
for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which
is
hereby acknowledged,
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IT
IS AGREED:
1. Recitals.
The
parties hereby adopt as part of this Agreement each of the recitals which is
contained above in the WHEREAS clauses, and agree that such recitals shall
be
binding upon the parties hereto by way of contract and not merely by way of
recital or inducement; and such clauses are hereby confirmed and ratified as
being accurate by each party hereto.
2. Formation;
Term; Membership Interests.
A.
The
Members have formed the Company as a limited liability company in the State
of
Delaware on ____________, 2007.
B.
The
term of the Company shall commence as of ___________, 2007 and shall be of
unlimited duration unless otherwise terminated as set forth in Article “8” of
this Agreement.
C.
The
Company shall have one hundred (100) Interests issued and outstanding, of which
ninety seven (97) shall be Class A Interests and three (3) shall be Class B
Interests. The Class A and Class B Interests shall have identical rights, with
the exception that Class B Interests shall not have voting rights except as
required by law or as explicitly provided in Paragraph “M” of Article “4” of
this Agreement.
X.
Xxxxxxx and Life Medical each own forty eight and one half (48.5) Class A
Interests, and therefore shall each have fifty (50%) percent of the voting
Interests.
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E.
M&F owns three (3) Class B Interests. At such time as the Company’s
securities are traded or quoted in the United States or any foreign country,
including, but not limited to, on any of the following exchanges or quotation
systems: Nasdaq National Market, Nasdaq SmallCap Market, OTC Bulletin Board,
Pink Sheets, London Stock Exchange, AIM, Borsa Italiana S.p.A., Bourse de
Montréal, Bolsa Mexicana de Valores or Tokyo Stock Exchange, M&F’s Class B
Interests shall be converted into Class A Interests.
3. Board
of Managers.
A.
The
Board of Managers of the Company (the “Board”) shall consist of six (6)
Managers.
B.
Managers shall be elected annually. Xxxxxxx and Life Medical agree to vote
their
Interests for the election of three (3) Managers selected by each of them.
Xx.
Xxxxxxxx X. Xxxx shall be one of Xxxxxxx’s three (3) Managers and shall serve as
Chairman of the Board.
X.
X&X shall have the right to designate an observer to the Board (the “M&F
Observer”), who shall have the right to attend all Board meetings and receive
all notices and other information which are given to the Managers. The M&F
Observer shall not be deemed to be a Manager, shall not have voting rights
and
shall not count towards a quorum.
D.
The
Board shall meet at least once in each calendar quarter. The Secretary of the
Company shall give written notice pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “15” of
this Agreement to all Members and to the M&F Observer of the time and place
of each meeting of the Board at least five (5) business days prior to such
meeting.
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E.
The
Secretary of the Company shall send the minutes of each meeting of the Board
to
all Members and to the M&F Observer within five (5) business days after such
meeting.
F.
Additional meetings of the Board may be called by any two Managers by written
notice pursuant to Paragraph
“C” of Article “15” of this Agreement
to the
other Managers and to the M&F Observer specifying the matters to be
considered at the meeting. The Chairman of the Board shall set the time and
place of the meeting within five (5) business days after receipt of such written
notice, which meeting shall be held within ten (10) business days after receipt
of such written notice.
G.
Notice
of Action to be Voted Upon by the Board.
If the
meeting of the Board has as one of its purposes any amendment to the Company’s
articles of organization, this Agreement or any other document, or the approval
of any document, including, but not limited to, any contract or a plan of
merger, consolidation, division, conversion or voluntary winding up and
liquidation of the Company, each Manager and the M&F Observer shall be
given, together with the written notice of the meeting, a copy of the relevant
document to be considered at the meeting, and with respect to any proposed
amendments, a copy of the original document to which an amendment is
proposed.
X.
Xxxxxx
of Notice.
(i) Written
Waiver.
Whenever any written notice is required to be given pursuant to the Delaware
Limited Liability Company Act (“DLLCA”) or this Agreement, a waiver of such
notice in writing, signed by the person or persons entitled to the notice,
whether before or after the time stated therein, shall be deemed equivalent
to
the giving of such notice. Neither the business to be transacted at, nor the
purpose of, the meeting shall be required to be specified in the waiver of
notice of the meeting.
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(ii) Waiver
by Attendance.
Attendance of a person at any meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of
the
meeting, except where a person attends a meeting for the express purpose of
objecting, at the commencement of the meeting, to the transaction of any
business because the meeting was not lawfully called or convened.
I.
The
Chairman of the Board shall preside at all meetings of the Board.
J.
A
quorum shall be five (5) Managers.
K.
The
votes of five (5) Managers shall be required to engage in any act for which
the
consent of the Board is required.
L.
Any
action which could be taken at a meeting of Managers may be taken through the
written consent of five (5) Managers in lieu of a meeting in accordance with
applicable law.
M.
In
addition to acts by the Company which require the consent of the Board as a
matter of law, the following acts shall require the consent of the
Board:
(i) Enter
into a distribution agreement;
(ii) Sell
or
modify any rights with respect to any Territory; or
(iii) Enter
into any subcontracting agreement.
N.
Adjournment.
Any
regular or special meeting of the Board, including one which cannot be deemed
effective because a quorum has not attended, may be adjourned to another place
and time until a quorum shall be present or represented. When a meeting is
adjourned to another place and time, written notice need not be given of the
adjourned meeting if the place and time thereof are announced at the meeting
at
which the adjournment is announced; provided, however, that if the date of
any
adjourned meeting is more than fifteen (15) days after the date for which the
meeting was originally noticed, or if a new record date is fixed for the
adjourned meeting, written notice of the place and time of the adjourned meeting
shall be given in conformity herewith. At any adjourned meeting, any business
may be transacted which might have been transacted at the original
meeting.
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4. Member
Meetings.
X.
Xxxxxx
of Giving Notice.
Whenever written notice of a meeting of the Members is required to be given
pursuant to the Act or this Agreement, such notice shall be given pursuant
to
Paragraph “C” of Article “15” of this Agreement. Such notice shall specify the
time and place of the meeting and any other information required by the DLLCA
or
this Agreement.
B.
Annual
Meeting.
The
annual meeting of the Members shall be held on such date, at such time and
at
such place as shall be designated from time to time by the Board and stated
in
the notice of the meeting, at which the Members holding Class A Interests shall
transact such business as may properly be brought before the
meeting.
C.
Special
Meetings.
Special
meetings of the Members may be called at any time by (i) the Board or (ii)
Members holding twenty five (25%) percent or more of the Class A Interests.
The
meeting shall be held at the time requested by the person or persons calling
the
meeting as set forth in the notice.
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D.
Procedure
for Calling Meetings.
Upon
request of any person entitled to call a meeting, written notice of the meeting
of the Members shall be given by, or at the direction of, the Secretary or,
in
the absence of the Secretary, any other person authorized by the Board, to
each
Member of record, at least five (5) business days prior to the date upon which
the meeting is to be held. If notice is not given within twenty (20) days after
receipt of the request, the person or persons calling the meeting may give
the
notice. If the meeting of the Members is a special meeting, the notice shall
specify the matters to be considered at the meeting.
E.
Notice
of Action to be Voted Upon by the Members.
If the
meeting of the Members has as one of its purposes any amendment to the Company’s
articles of organization, this Agreement or any other document, or the approval
of any document, including, but not limited to, any contract or a plan of
merger, consolidation, division, conversion or voluntary winding up and
liquidation of the Company, each Member shall be given, together with the
written notice of the meeting, a copy of the relevant document to be considered
at the meeting, and with respect to any proposed amendments, a copy of the
original document to which an amendment is proposed.
X.
Xxxxxx
of Notice.
(i)
Written
Waiver.
Whenever any written notice is required to be given pursuant to the DLLCA or
this Agreement, a waiver of such notice in writing, signed by the person or
persons entitled to the notice, whether before or after the time stated therein,
shall be deemed equivalent to the giving of such notice. Neither the business
to
be transacted at, nor the purpose of, the meeting shall be required to be
specified in the waiver of notice of the meeting.
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(ii)
Waiver
by Attendance.
Attendance of an authorized representative of a Member at any meeting shall
constitute a waiver of notice of the meeting, except where such authorized
representative attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting, at the
commencement of the meeting, to the transaction of any business because the
meeting was not lawfully called or convened.
G.
Quorum.
At any
meeting of the Members, the presence of the Member or Members owning a majority
of the Class A Interests, in person or by proxy, shall constitute a quorum
unless a larger number is required by the DLLCA or this Agreement.
H.
Adjournment.
Any
regular or special meeting of the Members, including one which cannot be deemed
effective because a quorum has not attended, may be adjourned to another place
and time until a quorum shall be present or represented. When a meeting is
adjourned to another place and time, written notice need not be given of the
adjourned meeting if the place and time thereof are announced at the meeting
at
which the adjournment is announced; provided, however, that if the date of
any
adjourned meeting is more than fifteen (15) days after the date for which the
meeting was originally noticed, or if a new record date is fixed for the
adjourned meeting, written notice of the place and time of the adjourned meeting
shall be given in conformity herewith. At any adjourned meeting, any business
may be transacted which might have been transacted at the original
meeting.
I.
Action
by Members.
Except
as otherwise provided in the DLLCA or this Agreement, whenever any Company
action is to be taken by vote of the Members, it shall be authorized upon
receiving the affirmative vote of Members holding a majority of the Class A
Interests.
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J.
Organization.
At
every meeting of the Members, the Chairman of the Board, if there be one, or,
in
the case of a vacancy in the office or if the Chairman of the Board is not
present, one of the following persons present in the order stated: the Chief
Executive Officer, if there be one, the President, the Vice Presidents in their
order of rank and seniority, or a person chosen by a vote of the Members
present, shall act as chairman of the meeting. The Secretary, or, in the absence
of the Secretary, a person appointed by the chairman of the meeting, shall
act
as secretary of the meeting.
K.
Any
action which could be taken at a meeting of the Members may be taken through
the
written consent of Members holding a majority of the Class A Interests in lieu
of a meeting in accordance with applicable law.
L.
Voting
and Other Action by Proxy.
(i) General
Rule.
(a)
Every
Member holding Class A Interests may authorize another person to act for him,
her or it by proxy.
(b)
Any
vote of a Member, by proxy, shall constitute the presence of, or vote or action
by, or written consent or dissent of, said Member.
(c)
An
unrevoked proxy shall be valid for a period of three (3) years after the date
of
its execution unless a longer time is expressly provided therein.
(ii) Execution
and Filing.
Every
proxy shall be executed in writing by the Member or by the duly authorized
attorney-in-fact of the Member and filed with the Secretary of the Company.
A
telegram, telex, cablegram, datagram or similar transmission from a Member
or
attorney-in-fact, or a photographic, facsimile or similar reproduction of a
writing executed by a Member or attorney-in-fact may be treated as properly
executed for purposes of this Subparagraph “(ii)” of this Paragraph “L” of this
Article “4” of this Agreement.
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(iii) Revocation.
A
proxy, unless coupled with an interest, shall be revocable at will,
notwithstanding any other agreement or any provision in the proxy to the
contrary, but the revocation of a proxy shall not be effective until written
notice thereof has been given to the Secretary of the Company. A proxy shall
not
be revoked by the death or incapacity of the maker unless, before the vote
is
counted or the authority is exercised, written notice of the death or incapacity
is given to the Secretary of the Company.
M.
Non-Voting
Members.
Members
holding Class B Interests (“Non-Voting Members”) shall have the right to attend
all meetings of the Members and receive all notices and other information which
are given to Members holding Class A Interests. Non-Voting Members shall not
have voting rights and shall not count towards a quorum; provided, however,
that
if any action is taken to reduce the rights and privileges of the Class B
Interests, the holders of Class B Interests shall have the right to vote with
respect to such action, and such action shall be void unless approved by the
holders of two thirds (2/3) of the Class B Interests.
N.
Authority.
All
actions which require a vote of the Members, either (i) as a matter of law
or
(ii) which are listed below in this Paragraph “N” of this Article “4” of this
Agreement, shall require the vote of the Members owning two thirds (2/3) of
the
Class A Interests:
(a)
Merger, consolidation, division or reorganization of the Company;
(b)
An
amendment to the Company’s articles of organization;
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(c)
Sale
or transfer of all or substantially all of the Company's assets;
(d)
Issuance of Interests;
(e)
Termination and dissolution of the Company (shall require a 2/3 vote of the
Class A Interests pursuant to Subparagraph “(ii)” of Paragraph “A” of Article
“8” of this Agreement).
O.
The
Secretary of the Company shall send the minutes of each meeting of the Members
to all Members within five (5) business days after such meeting, and shall
send
a copy of any resolution executed by written consent pursuant to Paragraph
“K”
of this Article “4” of this Agreement to all Members within five (5) business
days after the date of such resolution.
5. Officers.
A.
The
Members shall use their best efforts to cause the Managers which they selected
to elect Xx. Xxxxxxxx X. Xxxx as the CEO and Secretary of the
Company.
B.
The
Members shall use their best efforts to cause the Managers which they selected
to elect Xxxxxx Xxxxxx as the President and Treasurer of the
Company.
C.
The
CEO and President may each designate, by means of written notice to the Board
and the other officers, one or more designees with the authority to carry out
all or such portion of the duties of the CEO or President position, as the
case
may be, as the CEO or President shall determine, and shall specify such
designees in such written notice (the “Designees”). Any action taken by a
Designee acting within the scope of his or her authority shall be deemed to
have
been taken by the CEO or President, as the case may be.
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D.
The
joint action of (i) the CEO and (ii) the President,
or in
either or both cases, their respective Designees acting within the scope of
their authority,
shall
bind the Company on any matter not requiring the consent of the Board pursuant
to Paragraph “M” of Article “3” of this Agreement.
X.
Xxxxxx
the CEO or President, or the Designee of either of them acting within the scope
of his or her authority, may sign any check of the Company for an amount of
less
than $10,000. The signatures of both the CEO and President, or in either or
both
cases, their respective Designees acting within the scope of their authority,
shall be required for any check of the Company for an amount of $10,000 or
greater.
F.
The
Board may designate and elect such additional officers of the Company as it
deems necessary.
6. Capitalization;
Capital Accounts.
A.
The
capitalization of the Company shall be one million ($1,000,000) dollars (the
“Capitalization”), payable as set forth in Paragraphs “B” and “C” of this
Article “6” of this Agreement.
B.
On, or
prior, to three (3) months after the date of this Agreement, Scantek and Life
Medical shall each contribute one hundred twenty five thousand ($125,000)
dollars to the Capitalization.
C.
On, or
prior, to twelve (12) months after the date of this Agreement, Scantek and
Life
Medical shall each contribute an additional three hundred seventy five thousand
($375,000) dollars to the Capitalization.
D.
No
Member shall be entitled to interest on any capital contributions.
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E.
Except
as approved by a five sixths (5/6) vote of the Board, no Member shall have
the
right to redeem all or any part of such Member’s Interest, otherwise withdraw
such Member’s investment in the Company, or receive a return of his, her or its
capital contributions. In addition, no Member shall have a right to receive
any
distributions from the Company, except as provided in Article “7” of this
Agreement.
F.
A
capital account (the “Capital Account”) shall be maintained for each Member.
Each Member’s Capital Account shall be credited with the amount of the
Capitalization contributed by such Member. A Member’s Capital Account shall be
increased by the amount, if any, of additional capital contributions and Net
Profits and gain allocated to such Member, and shall be decreased by the amount,
if any, of cash distributed to such Member and Net Losses, expenses and
deductions allocated to such Member.
G.
If a
Member’s entire Interest is transferred pursuant to the terms of Article “9” of
this Agreement, the transferee shall succeed to such Member’s Capital Account;
provided, however that if only a portion of such Member’s Interest is
transferred, the transferee shall succeed to such share of such Member’s Capital
Account which corresponds to a fraction, the numerator of which is the Interest
received by the transferee, and the denominator of which is the Interest which
such Member held prior to the transfer. For example, if Life Medical has a
48%
Interest and its Capital Account has $1,000,000, and Life Medical transfers
a
12% Interest to Company X, then Company X would succeed to $250,000 of Life
Medical’s capital account, which amount is arrived at by multiplying Life
Medical’s Capital Account of $1,000,000 by a fraction, the numerator of which is
12%, the Interest received by the transferee, and the denominator of which
is
48%, the Interest which Life Medical held prior to the transfer.
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7. Accounting;
Distributions.
A.
All
transactions of the Company shall be properly recorded in its books and records.
Each Member, or such person as a Member may designate by written notice to
the
Board, shall have access to the books and records of the Company.
B.
All
funds belonging to the Company shall be deposited in the name of the Company
in
banks or other depositories designated by the joint action of (i) the CEO and
(ii) the President, or in either or both cases, their respective Designees
acting within the scope of their authority.
C.
The
fiscal year of the Company shall begin upon each January 1.
D.
The
terms “Net Profits” and “Net Losses” with respect to a time period are hereby
defined as the taxable income or taxable loss of the Company attributable to
that period, as determined by the accountants regularly employed by the Company
in accordance with U.S. GAAP as consistently applied. At the end of each
calendar quarter (“Accounting Period”), there shall be a minimum distribution of
thirty (30%) percent of Net Profits with respect to that Accounting
Period.
E.
Additional distributions shall be at the discretion of the Board.
F.
Each
Member shall receive the portion of the distribution made by the Company (the
“Distribution”) which shall be an amount determined by multiplying the total
Distribution by a fraction, the numerator of which shall be the number of
Interests owned by such Member, and the denominator of which shall be the total
number of Interests of the Company which are issued and
outstanding.
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G.
All
distributions shall be made within thirty (30) days after the end of each
Accounting Period.
H.
It is
expressly intended that the Company be treated as a limited liability company
taxable as a partnership by the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue
Code of 1986, as the same may be amended from time to time, or any provisions
of
any future law which covers the subject matter of the Internal Revenue Code
of
1986, and that in every respect all of the terms and provisions of this
Agreement shall at all times be so construed and interpreted as to give effect
to this intent. If the Internal Revenue Service of the United States (the “IRS”)
or any governmental authority having jurisdiction shall in any way or at any
time determine that any provision or provisions of this Agreement affects the
status of the Company as a limited liability company taxable as a partnership,
then and in such event the Board shall have the authority to and shall modify,
amend or supplement the terms and provisions of this Agreement to the extent
necessary to comply with the rules, regulations and requirements of the IRS
or
any other governmental authority having jurisdiction, in order that the Company
be treated as a limited liability company taxed as a partnership, and the
Members thereof taxable as partners of a partnership, which modification or
amendment shall be retroactively applied to the date of this
Agreement.
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8. Termination
and Dissolution.
A.
Termination
and Dissolution.
The
Company shall be terminated and dissolved upon the occurrence of any of the
following:
(i)
Any
event which makes it unlawful for the Company’s business to be continued;
(ii)
The
vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the Class A Interests;
(iii)
The
sale of all or substantially all of the Company’s assets; or
(iv)
The
entry of a decree of judicial dissolution pursuant to Section 18-802 of the
DLLCA.
B.
Liquidation.
Upon
termination and dissolution of the Company for any reason, the Company shall
cease to engage in further business, except to the extent necessary to perform
existing obligations, and the CEO and the President, or in either or both cases,
their respective Designees acting within the scope of their authority,
(“Liquidators”) shall jointly wind up the affairs of the Company and liquidate
or distribute the Company’s assets.
(i)
All
assets of the Company may be sold in connection with any liquidation at public
or private sale, at such price and upon such terms as the Liquidators, in their
sole and absolute discretion, may deem advisable, provided that such Liquidators
are acting within their fiduciary duties pursuant to Delaware law. Any Member
and any partnership, corporation or other firm in which any Member is in any
way
interested may purchase assets at such sale.
(ii)
The
Liquidators shall (a) cause the Company’s accountants to make a full and proper
accounting of the assets, liabilities and operations of the Company, as of
and
through the last day of the month in which the dissolution occurs, (b) liquidate
the assets as promptly as is consistent with obtaining a reasonable value for
such assets, but in no event later than one (1) year after the occurrence of
an
event of dissolution, and (c) apply and distribute the proceeds therefrom
pursuant to Section 18-804 of the DLLCA.
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(iii)
Distributions of the Company’s assets may be made either in kind or in money, or
partly in kind and partly in money, in the sole and absolute discretion of
the
Liquidators. All distributions in kind shall be valued as of the date of
distribution as determined by the Liquidators in their sole and absolute
discretion. The Liquidators shall not be required to give to the various persons
interested similar or like property. For example, if the Liquidators are
distributing assets and cash, the Liquidators, in their sole and absolute
discretion, may give one distributee cash and give the other distributees assets
or a combination of assets and cash.
(iv)
Upon
dissolution and completion of the winding up of the Company and distribution
of
its assets, the Liquidators shall cause to be executed and filed with the
Delaware Court of Chancery, a certificate of cancellation pursuant to Section
18-203 of the DLLCA.
9. Transfer.
A.
The
Members shall not sell, assign, transfer, encumber or otherwise dispose of,
any
Interests now owned or hereafter acquired by them, except as provided for in
this Article “9” of this Agreement.
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B.
If
Scantek or Life Medical (the “Selling Party”) receives a bona fide offer for its
Interests from a third party (the “Offeror”) pursuant to a written offer which
shall state (i) the identity and contact information of the Offeror, and if
an
entity, the type of entity and state or country of formation, (ii) the number
of
Interests to be purchased, (iii) the price per Interest, (iv) the proposed
closing date of the purchase and (v) any other material terms and conditions
of
the proposed purchase, including, but not limited to, the terms of payment
(the
“Interests Offer”; the Interests which are the subject of the Interests Offer
are hereinafter referred to as the “Offered Interests”), the Selling Party shall
first offer the Offered Interests to the Company by giving it written notice
pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “15” of this Agreement, which written
notice shall include a copy of the Interests Offer. The notice shall be deemed
to be an offer to sell the Offered Interests to the Company at the price, terms
and conditions set forth in the Interests Offer. Such notice shall remain open
for ten (10) days after the notice is given to the Company (the “Company
Offering Period”). The Company shall have the irrevocable and exclusive first
option, but not obligation, to purchase all or a portion of the Offered
Interests. The Company may accept such offer by giving the Selling Party written
notice of such acceptance within the Company Offering Period. If the offer
to
sell to the Company is not accepted or is accepted only in part within the
Company Offering Period, the Selling Party must then provide written notice
pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “15” of this Agreement to the other of
Scantek or Life Medical (the “Second Party”). The offer to the Second Party
shall remain open for five (5) days after notice is given to the Second Party
(the “Second Party Offering Period”). Within the Second Party Offering Period,
the Second Party may accept the offer to purchase all or the remaining Offered
Interests, as the case may be, by giving the Selling Party written notice of
such acceptance. If the offer to the Company and the Second Party to purchase
all or the remaining Offered Interests, as the case may be, is rejected, and
the
Company and the Second Party have not agreed to purchase, in the aggregate,
all
of the Offered Interests, the Selling Party shall thereupon be at liberty to
sell all of the Offered Interests pursuant to the Interests Offer, solely upon
the terms and conditions which were specified in the Interests Offer and solely
to the Offeror, and if such sale is consummated, written notice thereof shall
be
sent to the other Members. If the Selling Party does not sell, assign, transfer
or otherwise dispose of all of the remaining Offered Interests pursuant to
the
Interests Offer within one hundred twenty (120) days after giving written notice
to the Second Party, then the Selling Party shall not thereafter sell, assign,
transfer, or otherwise dispose of the remaining Offered Interests without again
first offering same to the Company and the Second Party pursuant to this
Paragraph “B” of this Article “9” of this Agreement.
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C.
If a
Selling Party or Parties propose to transfer any Interests of the Company to
a
third-party Offeror in a bona fide sale, then no sale, assignment, transfer
or
disposition shall be made unless the Offeror agrees to purchase, and the Selling
Party agrees to include in such sale, such number of M&F’s Interests as are
set forth in Paragraph “D” of this Article “9” of this Agreement for the same
price per Interest and upon the same terms and conditions and at the same time
as the Selling Party, in which case M&F shall be obligated to sell such
number of Interests to the Offeror pursuant to the terms and conditions which
were specified in the Interests Offer.
D.
The
number of Interests which M&F shall sell pursuant to Paragraph “C” of this
Article “9” of this Agreement shall equal the total number of Interests owned by
M&F multiplied by a fraction, the numerator of which shall be the number of
Interests which the Selling Party or Parties propose to sell, and the
denominator of which shall be 97. For example, if Scantek determines to sell
36.375 of its 48.5 Interests (or ¾) to a third-party Offeror in a bona fide
sale, M&F shall sell 1.125 Interests, which number is arrived at by
multiplying the total number of Interests owned by M&F, 3, by a fraction,
the numerator of which is the number of Interests which the Selling Party
proposes to sell, 36.375, and the denominator of which is 97, which equals
4 X
(36.375/97) = 1.125 Interests.
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E.
All
sales, assignments, transfers, and other dispositions of any Interest pursuant
to this Agreement, shall have as a condition precedent thereto the requirement
that the purchaser, assignee or transferee execute a document in form and
substance which is satisfactory to the Company’s counsel, agreeing to be bound
by all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Upon the execution of
said
document, the purchaser, assignee or transferee shall have all of the rights
and
obligations pursuant to this Agreement. All Members of the Company, other than
those selling all of their interests, shall be obligated to execute such
document, and shall have all rights and obligations pursuant to this Agreement
relative to such purchaser, assignee or transferee.
10. Representations
and Warranties.
X. Xxxxxxx,
Life Medical and M&F each represent and warrant to the other parties as
follows:
(i) It
is a
corporation, or in the case of M&F, a limited liability company, with all of
the requisite power and authority to carry on its businesses as presently
conducted in all jurisdictions where presently conducted.
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(ii) It
has
full right, power and legal capacity to enter into this Agreement and to
consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. The execution of this Agreement
by it and the consummation by it of the transactions contemplated hereby have
been duly approved and authorized by all necessary action by its Board of
Directors or in the case of M&F, its members, and no further authorization
shall be necessary on its part for the performance and consummation by it of
the
transactions contemplated hereby.
(iii) The
performance of this Agreement by it in accordance with its terms shall not
result in any breach of, or constitute a default under, or result in the
imposition of any lien or encumbrance upon any of its property or cause an
acceleration under any arrangement, agreement or other instrument to which
it is
a party, whether jointly or severally, or by which any of its assets are
bound.
(iv) The
execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement in accordance with its
terms does not and will not require the consent, authorization or approval
of
any governmental agency or authority.
(v) No
representation or warranty of it which is contained in this Agreement, or in
a
writing furnished or to be furnished pursuant to this Agreement, contains or
shall contain any untrue statement of a material fact, or omits or shall omit
to
state any material fact which is required to make the statements which are
contained herein or therein, in light of the circumstances under which they
were
made, not misleading. There is no material fact relating to the business,
affairs, operations, conditions (financial or otherwise) or prospects of it
which would materially adversely affect same which has not been disclosed to
the
other parties hereto.
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(vi) It
shall
not be a defense to a suit against it for damages for any misrepresentation
or
breach of covenant or warranty by another party hereto that such party knew
or
had reason to know that any covenant, representation or warranty in this
Agreement or furnished or to be furnished to such party contained untrue
statements.
11. Survival
of Representations, Warranties and Covenants.
All
covenants, agreements, representations and warranties made in or in connection
with this Agreement shall survive its termination, and shall continue in full
force and effect after its termination, it being understood and agreed that
each
of such covenants, agreements, representations and warranties is of the essence
of this Agreement and the same shall be binding upon and shall inure to the
benefit of the parties hereto, their successors and assigns.
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12. Confidentiality
and Non-Competition.
A. As
used
in this Agreement, “Confidential Information” shall mean oral or written
information which is directly or indirectly presented to a Member, its past,
present or future subsidiaries, parents, officers, consultants, directors,
stockholders, affiliates, attorneys, employees, agents and its and their
respective Immediate Families (as defined below; all of the foregoing are
hereinafter collectively referred to as “Agents”) by another Member or the
Company or their respective Agents, including, but not limited to, information
which is developed, conceived or created by that other Member or by the Company,
as the case may be, or disclosed to a Member or its Agents or known by or
conceived or created by a Member or its Agents during the term or after the
termination of this Agreement if disclosed to a Member or its Agents or known
by
or conceived or created by a Member or its Agents as a result of this Agreement,
with respect to another Member or the Company, as the case may be, either of
their businesses or any of their products, processes, and other services
relating thereto relating to the past or present business or any plans with
respect to future business of that other Member or the Company, as the case
may
be, or relating to the past or present business of a third party or plans with
respect to future business of a third party which are disclosed to a Member
or
its Agents. Confidential Information includes, but is not limited to, all
documentation, hardware and software relating thereto, and information and
data
in written, graphic and/or machine readable form, products, processes and
services, whether or not patentable, trademarkable or copyrightable or otherwise
protectable, including, but not limited to, information with respect to
discoveries; know-how; ideas; computer programs, source codes and object codes;
designs; algorithms; processes and structures; product information; marketing
information; price lists; cost information; product contents and formulae;
manufacturing and production techniques and methods; research and development
information; lists of clients and vendors and other information relating
thereto; financial data and information; business plans and processes;
documentation with respect to any of the foregoing; and any other information
of
a Member or the Company that such Member or the Company, as the case may be,
informs another Member or its Agents or that a Member or its Agents should
know,
by virtue of its or their position or the circumstances in which that Member
or
its Agents learned such other information, is to be kept confidential including,
but not limited to, any information acquired by a Member or its Agents from
any
sources prior to the commencement of this Agreement. Confidential Information
also includes similar information obtained by the Company in confidence from
its
vendors, licensors, licensees, customers and/or clients. Confidential
Information may or may not be labeled as confidential. Notwithstanding anything
contained in this Paragraph “A” of this Article “12” of this Agreement to the
contrary, the restrictions with respect to Confidential Information shall not
be
applicable to Scantek with respect to the Products or any of Scantek’s
intellectual property.
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“Immediate
Family” shall include the following: (i) any spouse, parent, spouse of a parent,
mother-in-law, father-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, child, spouse
of a
child, adopted child, spouse of an adopted child, xxxxxxx, spouse of a sibling,
grandparent, spouse of a grandparent, and any issue or spouse of any of the
foregoing, and (ii) such child or issue of such child which is born and/or
adopted during or after the term of this Agreement and the issue (whether by
blood or adoption) of such person. For purposes of this Agreement, an Immediate
Family shall also be deemed to include any affiliate of a member of that
Immediate Family, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933, as
amended, and any trust created for the benefit of one or more persons in that
Immediate Family.
B. Except
as
required in the performance of a Member or its Agents’ obligations pursuant to
this Agreement, neither a Member nor its Agents shall, during or after the
Term,
directly or indirectly, use any Confidential Information or disseminate or
disclose any Confidential Information to any person, firm, corporation,
association or other entity. Each Member and its Agents shall take reasonable
measures to protect Confidential Information from any accidental, unauthorized
or premature use, disclosure or destruction. Information shall not be considered
Confidential Information if it: (i) is at the time of disclosure or thereafter
a
part of the public domain without breach of this Agreement by a Member or its
Agents; provided, however, that the act of copyrighting shall not cause or
be
construed as causing the copyrighted materials to be in the public domain,
(ii)
is disclosed as reasonably required in a proceeding to enforce a Member’s rights
under this Agreement or (iii) is disclosed as required by court order or
applicable law; provided, however, that if either a Member or its Agents is
legally requested or required by court order or applicable law, including,
but
not limited to, by oral questions, interrogatories, requests for information
or
documents, subpoenas, civil investigative demands or similar processes to
disclose any Confidential Information of another Member or the Company, that
Member or its Agents, as the case may be, shall promptly notify such other
Member or the Company, as the case may be, of such request or requirement so
that such other Member or the Company, as the case may be, may seek an
appropriate protective order; provided further, however; that if such protective
order is not obtained, that Member and its Agents agree to furnish only that
portion of the Confidential Information which they are advised by their
respective counsels is legally required.
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C. Upon
termination of this Agreement for any reason or at any time upon request of
a
Member, each other Member and its Agents agree to deliver to the requesting
Member all materials of any nature which are in such other Members’ or their
Agents’ possession or control and which are or contain Confidential Information,
or which are otherwise the property of the requesting Member or any vendor,
licensor, licensee, customer or client of the requesting Member, including,
but
not limited to writings, designs, documents, records, data, memoranda, tapes
and
disks containing software, computer source code listings, routines, file
layouts, record layouts, system design information, models, manuals,
documentation and notes. In any such event, each other Member and its Agents
shall destroy all written documentation prepared by them for internal purposes
based in whole or in part on any Confidential Information of the Company or
the
requesting Member, as the case may be, and if applicable, such destruction
shall
be confirmed to the requesting Member in writing by an officer of each other
Member and/or its Agents.
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D. Upon
the
sale of all of a Member’s Interest, all documents, records, notebooks, and
similar repositories of or containing Confidential Information, including copies
thereof, in its possession, whether prepared by it or others, shall be left
with
the Company.
X. Xxxxxxx
a
Member nor its Agents shall assert any rights with respect to any other Member
or the Company, their business, or any of their products, processes and other
services relating thereto, or any Confidential Information as having been
acquired or known by such Member or its Agents prior to the commencement of
the
term of this Agreement.
F. In
order
to induce Scantek to enter into this Agreement, each other Member agrees, on
its
own behalf and on behalf of its Agents, that neither such other Member, nor
any
of its Agents, shall during the term of this Agreement and, for a period of
two
(2) years from the date of termination of this Agreement, (i) manufacture any
competing product, (ii) sell or market any product which competes either
directly or indirectly with the Products, (iii) directly or indirectly sell
or
market any product which competes either directly or indirectly with any product
manufactured, sold or marketed by Scantek, or (iv) directly or indirectly own,
manage, participate in the operation or control of, or be connected as an
officer, director, shareholder, partner, consultant, owner, employee, agent,
lender, donor, vendor or otherwise, or have any financial interest in or aid
or
assist anyone else in the conduct of any Competing Entity which manufactures,
distributes or offers for sale goods similar to the Products. For the purposes
herewith, the term “Competing Entity” shall mean any business or enterprise of
any and every kind whatsoever which is engaged in the manufacture, distribution
or sale of goods similar or having a similar purpose to the Products, anywhere
in the world.
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G. Each
Member agrees, on its own behalf and on behalf of its Agents, that it shall
not
during the term of this Agreement and for a period of five (5) years from the
date of termination of this Agreement (i) personally, or cause others to
personally induce or attempt to induce any employee to terminate their
employment with any other Member or the Company; (ii) interfere with or disrupt
any other Member or the Company's relationship with its suppliers, vendors,
customers or employees; or (iii) solicit or entice any person to leave their
employ with any other Member or the Company.
H. Each
Member agrees, on its behalf and on behalf of its Agents, that the duration,
scope and geographic area for which the provisions set forth in Paragraphs
“F”
and “G” of this Article “12” of this Agreement are to be effective are
reasonable. If any court of competent jurisdiction determines that any provision
of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable by reason of such provision
extending the covenants and agreements contained herein for too great a period
of time or over too great a geographical area, or by reason of it being too
extensive in any other respect, such agreement or covenant shall be interpreted
to extend only over the maximum period of time and geographical area, and to
the
maximum extent in all other respects, as to which it is valid and enforceable,
all as determined by such court in such action. Any determination that any
provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part,
shall have no effect on the validity or enforceability of any remaining
provision of this Agreement.
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I. Any
period of time set forth in this Agreement shall not be construed to permit
a
Member or its Agents to engage in any of the prohibited acts set forth in this
Agreement after such period if such acts would otherwise be prohibited by any
applicable statute, legal precedent or other agreement between the parties
hereto.
13. Specific
Performance; Injunction.
Each
party hereto recognizes and acknowledges that each of the other parties hereto
shall be irreparably damaged if this Agreement is breached. Therefore, in the
event of any breach by any party hereto of this Agreement (the “Breaching
Party”), each other party hereto (“Non-Breaching Parties”) shall have the right,
at its election, to obtain equitable relief, including, but not limited to,
an
order for specific performance of this Agreement or an injunction, without
the
need to: (i) post a bond or other security, (ii) prove any actual damage or
(iii) prove that money damages would not provide an adequate remedy. Resort
to
such equitable relief, however, shall not be construed to be a waiver of any
other rights or remedies which a Non-Breaching Party may have against the
Breaching Party for damages or otherwise.
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14. Indemnification.
A.
Definitions.
For
purposes of this Article “14” of this Agreement:
(i)
"Indemnified Capacity" means any and all past, present and future service by
an
Indemnified Representative (as defined in Subparagraph “(ii)” of this Paragraph
“A” of this Article “14” of this Agreement) in one or more capacities as a
Manager, officer, employee or agent of the Company, or, at the request of the
Company, as a Manager, officer, employee, agent, fiduciary or trustee of another
limited liability company, corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust,
employee benefit plan or other entity or enterprise;
(ii)
"Indemnified Representative" means any and all Managers and officers of the
Company and any other person designated as an Indemnified Representative by
the
Board (which may, but need not, include any person serving at the request of
the
Company, as a Manager, officer, employee, agent, fiduciary or trustee of another
limited liability company, corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust,
employee benefit plan or other entity or enterprise);
(iii)
"Liability" means any damage, judgment, amount paid in settlement, fine,
penalty, punitive damages, excise tax assessed with respect to an employee
benefit plan, or cost or expense of any nature (including, without limitation,
attorneys' fees and disbursements); and
(iv)
"Proceeding" means any threatened, pending or completed action, suit, appeal
or
other proceeding of any nature, whether civil, criminal, administrative or
investigative, whether formal or informal, and whether brought by or in the
right of the Company, its Board, its Members or otherwise.
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B.
General
Rule.
The
Company shall indemnify an Indemnified Representative against any Liability
incurred in connection with any Proceeding in which the Indemnified
Representative may be involved as a party or otherwise by reason of the fact
that such person is or was serving in an Indemnified Capacity, including,
without limitation, Liabilities resulting from any actual or alleged breach
or
neglect of duty, error, misstatement or misleading statement, negligence or
act
giving rise to strict or products liability, except:
(i)
where
such indemnification is expressly prohibited by applicable law;
(ii)
where the conduct of the Indemnified Representative has been finally determined
on the merits or in defense of any Proceeding or in defense of any claim, issue
or matter therein or otherwise:
(a)
to
constitute fraud, gross negligence, willful misconduct or recklessness
sufficient in the circumstances to bar indemnification against Liabilities
arising from the conduct; or
(b)
to be
based upon or attributable to the receipt by the Indemnified Representative
from
the Company or a subsidiary of a personal benefit to which the Indemnified
Representative is not legally entitled;
(iii)
where the Indemnified Representative did not act in good faith in a manner
he
reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interests of the
Company, or, with respect to any criminal matter, he had reasonable cause to
believe his conduct was unlawful; or
(iv)
to
the extent such indemnification has been finally determined in a final
adjudication to be otherwise unlawful.
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C.
Partial
Payment.
If an
Indemnified Representative is entitled to indemnification in respect of a
portion, but not all, of any Liabilities to which such person may be subject,
the Company shall indemnify such Indemnified Representative to the maximum
extent for such portion of the Liabilities.
D.
Presumption.
The
termination of a Proceeding by judgment, order, settlement or conviction or
upon
a plea of nolo contendere or its equivalent shall not of itself create a
presumption that the Indemnified Representative is not entitled to
indemnification.
15. Miscellaneous.
A. Headings.
Headings
contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not affect
in any way the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.
B. Enforceability.
If
any
provision which is contained in this Agreement should, for any reason, be held
to be invalid or unenforceable in any respect under the laws of any state or
of
the United States, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any
other provision of this Agreement. Instead, this Agreement shall be construed
as
if such invalid or unenforceable provisions had not been contained
herein.
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C. Notices.
Any
notice or other communication required or permitted hereunder shall be
sufficiently given if sent by (i) mail by (a) certified mail, postage prepaid,
return receipt requested and (b) first class mail, postage prepaid (ii)
overnight delivery with confirmation of delivery or (iii) facsimile transmission
with an original mailed by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as
follows:
If
to Scantek:
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Scantek
Medical, Inc.
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a copy to:
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& Xxxxxx, P.C.
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000
Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx
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New
York, New York 10022
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Attn:
Xxxxxxxxx X. Xxxxx, Esq.
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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X. Xxxxxx, Esq.
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000
Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx
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New
York, New York 10022
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Fax
No.: (000)
000-0000
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If
to Life Medical:
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P.O.
Box 473
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Babylon,
New York 11702
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Attn:
Xx. Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, President
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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& Xxxxxx, P.C.
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000
Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx
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New
York, New York 10022
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Attn:
Xxxxxxxxx X. Xxxxx, Esq.
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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If
to M&F:
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& Fraade Enterprises, LLC
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000
Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx
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New
York, NY 10022
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Attn:
Xxxxxxxxx X. Xxxxx, Esq.
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Fax
No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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X. Xxxxxx, Esq.
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Xxx Xxxxx
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New
Rochelle, NY 10804
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or
in
each case to such other address and facsimile number as shall have last been
furnished by like notice. If all of the methods of notice set forth in this
Paragraph “C” of this Article “15” of this Agreement are impossible for any
reason, notice shall be in writing and personally delivered to the aforesaid
addresses. Each notice or communication shall be deemed to have been given
as of
the date so mailed or delivered as the case may be; provided, however, that
any
notice sent by facsimile shall be deemed to have been given as of the date
so
sent if a copy thereof is also mailed by first class mail on the date sent
by
facsimile. If the date of mailing is not the same as the date of sending by
facsimile, then the date of mailing by first class mail shall be deemed to
be
the date upon which notice is given; provided further, however, that any notice
sent by overnight delivery shall be deemed to have been given as of the date
of
delivery.
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D. Governing
Law; Disputes.
This
Agreement shall in accordance with Section 5-1401 of the General Obligations
Law
of New York in all respects be construed, governed, applied and enforced under
the internal laws of the State of New York without giving effect to the
principles of conflicts of laws and be deemed to be an agreement entered into
in
the State of New York and made pursuant to the laws of the State of New York;
provided, however, that with respect to issues relating to the corporate
governance of the Company which are not specifically provided for in this
Agreement, the Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Delaware shall
be
applicable. Except as otherwise set forth in Article “13” of this Agreement, the
parties agree that they shall be deemed to have agreed to binding arbitration
with respect to the entire subject matter of any and all disputes relating
to or
arising under this Agreement including, but not limited to, the specific matters
or disputes as to which arbitration has been expressly provided for by other
provisions of this Agreement and that any such arbitration shall be commenced
exclusively in New York, New York. Any such arbitration shall be by a panel
of
three arbitrators and pursuant to the commercial rules then existing of the
American Arbitration Association in the State of New York, County of New York.
In all arbitrations, judgment upon the arbitration award may be entered in
any
court having jurisdiction. The parties specifically designate the courts in
the
City of New York, State of New York as properly having jurisdiction for any
proceeding to confirm and enter judgment upon any such arbitration award. The
parties hereby consent to and submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts
of the State of New York in any action or proceeding and submit to personal
jurisdiction over each of them by such courts. The parties hereby waive personal
service of any and all process and specifically consent that in any such action
or proceeding brought in the courts of the State of New York, any service of
process may be effectuated upon any of them by certified mail, return receipt
requested, pursuant to Paragraph “C” of this Article “15” of this Agreement.
Nothing contained herein shall be deemed to limit in any way any right to serve
process in any manner permitted by law.
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The
parties agree, further, that the prevailing party in any such arbitration as
determined by the arbitrators shall be entitled to such costs and attorney's
fees, if any, in connection with such arbitration as may be awarded by the
arbitrators. In connection with the arbitrators’ determination for the purpose
of which party, if any, is the prevailing party, they shall take into account
all of the factors and circumstances including, without limitation, the relief
sought, and by whom, and the relief, if any, awarded, and to whom. In addition,
and notwithstanding the foregoing sentence, a party shall not be deemed to
be
the prevailing party in a claim seeking monetary damages, unless the amount
of
the arbitration award exceeds the amount offered in a legally binding writing
by
the other party by fifteen (15%) percent or more. For example, if the party
initiating arbitration (“A”) seeks an award of one hundred thousand ($100,000)
dollars plus costs and expenses, the other party (“B”) has offered A fifty
thousand ($50,000) dollars in a legally binding written offer prior to the
commencement of the arbitration proceeding, and the arbitration panel awards
any
amount less than fifty-seven thousand five hundred ($57,500) dollars to A,
the
panel should determine that B has “prevailed”.
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The
arbitration panel shall have no power to award non-monetary or equitable relief
of any sort. It shall also have no power to award (i) damages inconsistent
with
any applicable agreement between the parties or (ii) punitive damages or any
other damages not measured by the prevailing party’s actual damages; and the
parties expressly waive their right to obtain such damages in arbitration or
in
any other forum. In no event, even if any other portion of these provisions
is
held invalid or unenforceable, shall the arbitration panel have power to make
an
award or impose a remedy which could not be made or imposed by a court deciding
the matter in the same jurisdiction.
Discovery
shall be permitted in connection with the arbitration only to the extent, if
any, expressly authorized by the arbitration panel upon a showing of substantial
need by the party seeking discovery.
All
aspects of the arbitration shall be treated as confidential. The parties and
the
arbitration panel may disclose the existence, content or results of the
arbitration only as provided in the rules of the American Arbitration
Association in New York, New York. Before making any such disclosure, a party
shall give written notice to all other parties and shall afford such parties
a
reasonable opportunity to protect their interest.
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E. Entire
Agreement.
This
Agreement and all documents and instruments referred to herein (i) constitute
the entire agreement and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings,
both written and oral, among the parties with respect to the subject matter
hereof and thereof, and (ii) are not intended to confer upon any person other
than the parties hereto any rights or remedies hereunder. Each party hereto
agrees that, except for the representations and warranties contained in this
Agreement, none of the parties hereto make any other representations or
warranties, and each hereby disclaims any other representations and warranties
made by itself or any of its officers, directors, managers, employees, agents,
financial and legal advisors or other representatives, with respect to the
execution and delivery of this Agreement or the transactions contemplated
hereby, notwithstanding the delivery or disclosure to the other or the other's
representatives of any documentation or other information with respect to any
one or more of the foregoing.
F. Further
Assurance.
The
Parties agree to execute any and all such other further instruments and
documents, and to take any and all such further actions, which are reasonably
required to effectuate this Agreement and the intents and purposes
hereof.
G. Non-Waiver.
Except
as
otherwise expressly provided herein, no waiver of any covenant, condition,
or
provision of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been made unless expressly
in writing and signed by the party against whom such waiver is charged; and
(i)
the failure of any party to insist in any one or more cases upon the performance
of any of the provisions, covenants, or conditions of this Agreement or to
exercise any option herein contained shall not be construed as a waiver or
relinquishment for the future of any such provisions, covenants, or conditions,
(ii) the acceptance of performance of anything required by this Agreement to
be
performed with knowledge of the breach or failure of a covenant, condition,
or
provision hereof shall not be deemed a waiver of such breach or failure, and
(iii) no waiver by any party of one breach by another party shall be construed
as a waiver with respect to any other or subsequent breach.
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H. Counterparts.
This
Agreement may be executed simultaneously in one or more counterparts, each
of
which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute
one and the same instrument.
I. Expenses.
The
Company shall pay the expenses incident to the negotiation and preparation
of
this Agreement. Each party hereto shall pay its own expenses incident to the
preparation of all other documents necessary or appropriate to consummate the
transactions provided for herein, and shall bear the costs and expenses incurred
in closing and carrying out the transactions provided for by this
Agreement.
J. Construction.
Each
of
the parties hereto hereby acknowledges and agrees that (i) Xxxxx & Xxxxxx,
P.C. drafted this Agreement on behalf of all of the parties to this Agreement,
(ii) each party has been separately advised by counsel other than Xxxxx &
Xxxxxx, P.C. during the course of reviewing this Agreement and (iii) this
Agreement shall not, therefore, be construed more strictly against any party
responsible for its drafting regardless of any presumption or rule requiring
construction against the party whose attorney drafted this
Agreement.
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K. Binding
Agreement.
This
Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto
and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, personal representatives,
successors and assignees.
L. Exhibits.
All
Exhibits annexed or attached to this Agreement are incorporated into this
Agreement by reference thereto and constitute an integral part of this
Agreement.
M. Facsimile
Signatures.
Any
signature which is delivered via facsimile shall be deemed to be an original
and
have the same force and effect as if such facsimile signature were the original
thereof.
N. Modifications.
This
Agreement may not be changed, modified, extended, terminated or discharged
orally, except by a written agreement specifically referring to this Agreement
which is signed by all of the parties to this Agreement.
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IN
WITNESS WHEREOF,
the
parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed as of the date first
above written.
Scantek
Medical, Inc.
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EXHIBIT
B
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EXCLUSIVE
DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
SCANTEK
MEDICAL, INC.
AND
AGREEMENT
dated as of the ___ day of ___________, 2007 (this “Agreement”), by and between
Scantek Medical, Inc. a Delaware corporation (the “Manufacturer”) with an
address at 0X Xxxx Xxxxx, Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Xxx Xxxxxx 00000, and
____________________, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Distributor”)
with an address at 0X Xxxx Xxxxx, Xxxxx Xxxxxx, Xxx Xxxxxx 00000.
WHEREAS,
the
Manufacturer is the owner of the Intellectual Property (as hereinafter defined
in Paragraph “C” of Article “2” of this Agreement); and
WHEREAS,
the
Distributor is desirous of obtaining an exclusive right to distribute the
Products (as hereinafter defined in Paragraph “F” of Article “2” of this
Agreement) in the Territory (as hereinafter defined in Paragraph “I” of Article
“2” of this Agreement) and to sell distribution rights to parts of the
Territory; and
WHEREAS,
the
Manufacturer is willing to grant to the Distributor an exclusive right to
distribute the Products in the Territory upon the terms and conditions
hereinafter set forth.
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NOW,
THEREFORE,
in
consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained and for other good and
valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby
acknowledged,
IT
IS
AGREED:
2. Recitals.
The
parties hereby adopt as part of this Agreement each of the recitals which is
set
forth above in the WHEREAS clauses, and agree that such recitals shall be
binding upon the parties hereto by way of contract and not merely by way of
recital or inducement and such WHEREAS clauses are hereby confirmed and ratified
as being accurate by each party as to itself.
3. Certain
Definitions.
The
following terms as used in this Agreement shall, unless specifically indicated
otherwise in this Agreement, have the following meanings:
A. “Contract
Year” shall mean the one year period commencing on January 1, 2007. Each
subsequent Contract Year shall commence upon the annual anniversary date of
January 1, 2007.
B. “Dollars”
shall mean United States Dollars.
C. “Intellectual
Property” shall mean all information with respect to the Products (i) which is
the property of the Manufacturer, (ii) which is necessary for the marketing
and
use of the Products including quality control specifications and procedures
used
in connection therewith and information and data with respect to the use of
the
Technology (as defined hereinafter in Paragraph “H” of this Article “2” of this
Agreement) and the Products, and (iii) utilized by the Manufacturer in obtaining
governmental approvals for the sale of the Products.
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“Intellectual
Property” shall include, but shall not be limited to, all of the following in
the United States and worldwide (regardless of whether presently owned or owned
by the Manufacturer in the future): (i) the Trademark (as hereinafter defined
in
Paragraph “J” of Article “2” of this Agreement) which is registered in the
United States Patent and Trademark Office, (ii) servicemarks, (iii) trade names,
(iv) trade dress, (v) logos, (vi) copyrights, (vii) rights of authorship, (viii)
inventions, (ix) moral rights, (x) Patents (as hereinafter defined in Paragraph
“E” of this Article “2” of this Agreement), (xi) applications, registrations and
renewals in connection with any of the foregoing, (xii) database rights, (xiii)
rights of publicity, privacy and/or rights to enforce defamation claims, (xiv)
rights under unfair competition and unfair trade practices laws, (xv) other
intellectual and industrial property rights related thereto, (xvi) all trade
secrets, or other proprietary rights, currently owned or held or to be owned
or
held in the future by the Manufacturer, as well as any and all Technology,
(xvii) any 510(k) marketing clearances from the Food and Drug Administration,
and (xviii) any over-the-counter clearances (OTC Clearances) from the Food
and
Drug Administration.
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D. “Knowledge”
as used in the Distributor’s representations, warranties and covenants shall
mean the actual knowledge of the Distributor’s officers or the constructive
knowledge of such officers as if they had preformed a proper due diligence
review of the subject matter.
E. “Patents
” shall mean the subject of the Letters Patent of the United States which are
described on Exhibit “A”, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof and
which are filed and which in the future shall be filed in the United States
Patent and Trademark Office.
F. “Products”
shall mean the prostate device and susceptibility to stroke device which are
described on Exhibit “B” (descriptions deleted due to confidentiality), which is
annexed hereto and made a part hereof.
G.
“Subdistributor” shall mean any entity which distributes units of the Products
sold to it by the Distributor pursuant to, and subject to, the terms of this
Agreement.
H.
“Technology” shall mean all information which is presently or which shall in the
future be the subject of the Letters Patent of the United States which are
described on Exhibit “A”, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof. Said
Technology shall include, but shall not be limited to, certain technical trade
secrets and business know-how regardless of whether presently owned or owned
in
the future by the Manufacturer. In addition to patents granted in the United
States, the Technology may in the future be granted patents which are owned
by
the Manufacturer in other countries.
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I.
“Territory” shall mean all of the current and future countries and other
governmental entities on the earth, excluding the countries set forth on Exhibit
“C” which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof.
J.
“Trademark” shall mean information which has been the subject of a registration
which is described on Exhibit “D”, which is annexed hereto and made a part
hereof and which registration has been filed and which may in the future be
the
subject of a registration or registrations to be filed with the United States
Patent and Trademark Office.
4. Exclusivity.
A. Subject
to the terms of this Agreement, including, but not limited to, the Distributor
not being in breach of this Agreement, the Manufacturer hereby grants to the
Distributor during the Term (as hereinafter defined in Article “9” of this
Agreement), a non-assignable, non-transferable exclusive right to distribute
and
sell the Products within, and only within, the Territory.
B. The
Manufacturer hereby grants to the Distributor within, and only within, the
Territory a license pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Agreement,
during the Term, to use, in connection with the sale, marketing and distribution
of the Products, the Intellectual Property, and all applications therefore
now
or hereafter owned by the Manufacturer, the right to make appropriate reference
to the Intellectual Property on or in connection with the Products and any
and
all packaging materials, print advertisement, pamphlets, brochures, displays,
letterhead or other sales, marketing and distribution materials used in
connection with the Products. No right or license is granted to the Distributor
to make, manufacture or assemble the Products or to use any Intellectual
Property in connection with any manufacturing process, whether within or outside
the Territory. The Distributor shall use the Intellectual Property solely in
connection with the Products manufactured by the Manufacturer.
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C. For
a
period of eighteen (18) months after the date of this Agreement, the Distributor
shall not, directly or indirectly, sell, market or distribute any product other
than the Products, regardless of whether or not such product competes with
the
Products.
After
said eighteen (18) month period, the Distributor shall not, directly or
indirectly, sell, market or distribute any products which, directly or
indirectly, compete with any product of the Manufacturer that screens for,
or is
a detection modality for prostate, cancer, kidney disease and strokes or any
product which is based upon the technology of temperature differentials.
D. The
Distributor shall purchase the Products solely from the Manufacturer.
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E. The
Products shall be manufactured by the Manufacturer. The Distributor shall not
attempt, directly or indirectly, to manufacture the Products.
F.
The
Manufacturer shall not, directly or indirectly, sell the Products in the
Territory. For purposes of this Paragraph “F” of this Article “3” of this
Agreement, a sale of the Products by the Manufacturer made from the Territory
to
a buyer outside of the Territory shall not be deemed as directly or indirectly
selling the Products in the Territory. The Manufacturer hereby agrees that
any
distribution agreement which it signs with a distributor outside the Territory
shall restrict such distributor to a specific territory, and shall provide
that
such distributor is prohibited from selling the Products outside of such
specific territory.
G.
The
Distributor shall have the right to retain and utilize Subdistributors;
provided, however, that as a condition of any Subdistributor being retained
and/or utilized, each such Subdistributor shall execute an agreement which
shall
be in the form of Exhibit “E” which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof.
4. Record
Keeping, Reports.
A.
The
Distributor shall, no later than forty-five (45) days after the end of each
fiscal quarter, furnish the Manufacturer and each Member of the Distributor
with
a detailed statement, certified to be true and correct by both its president
and
treasurer, respectively, or another two executive officers, (provided, however
that the president and the treasurer or such other executive officers shall
not
be the same individual) setting forth for each month of said quarter, all sales
of units of the Products made in the Territory, any trade discounts and
allowances, and all credits for returned units of the Products and other similar
adjustments together with copies of documents which support the detailed
statement.
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B.
The
Distributor shall maintain true, complete, and correct books of account and
records of all transactions within the scope of this Agreement, in accordance
with generally accepted accounting principles, to enable the Manufacturer to
ascertain all amounts sold pursuant to this Agreement. Any duly authorized
representatives of the Manufacturer (“Authorized Representatives”) shall have
the right, during regular business hours, on reasonable notice, for the duration
of this Agreement and for three (3) years thereafter, to examine said books
of
account and records and all other documents (including, but not limited to,
sales invoices) and material in the possession or under the control of the
Distributor with respect to this Agreement and its activities pursuant to this
Agreement; and Authorized Representatives shall have free and full access
thereto for said purposes and for the purpose of making extracts therefrom.
Authorized Representatives shall have the right at such inspection to examine
all information pertinent to this Agreement dating from the commencement date
of
this Agreement.
5. Costs
of Examination.
If,
upon an examination it is revealed that there is due and owing by the
Distributor an amount which exceeds, by two (2%) percent or more, the amount
which was paid to the Manufacturer with respect to any Contract Year, then
the
cost of the examination shall be borne by the Distributor. If, upon an
examination it is revealed that there is due and owing by the Distributor an
amount which does not exceed by two (2%) percent or more the amount which was
paid to the Manufacturer with respect to any Contract Year, then the cost of
the
examination shall be borne by the Manufacturer. For example, if the Manufacturer
were paid one million ($1,000,000) dollars, and the audit reveals that the
Distributor owes the Manufacturer an additional forty thousand ($40,000) dollars
(or four (4%) percent of the one million ($1,000,000) dollars which the
Manufacturer was paid), the Distributor shall bear the cost of the
examination.
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6. Payment
for Products.
A.
The
Distributor shall pay the aggregate sum of the Wholesale Price (as defined
in
Paragraph “C” of this Article “6” of this Agreement) with respect to the
Products it orders no later than sixty (60) days after the date of shipment
of
the subject order.
The
Distributor shall furnish the Manufacturer, at the time of placing each order
for the Products, a confirmed, irrevocable Letter of Credit in favor of the
Manufacturer, in the amount of the aggregate sum of the Wholesale Price with
respect to such order for the Products, to be issued by the Clearing House
Payments Company or another entity approved by the Manufacturer, and in a form
approved by the Manufacturer, the payment of drafts drawn thereunder to be
conditioned upon the prior presentation of such documents as required by the
Letter of Credit.
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B.
Unless
otherwise advised in writing by the Distributor, the Manufacturer shall ship
the
units of the Products to the Distributor’s principal place of business. The
units of the Products shall be shipped F.O.B. Point of Origin which means that
the Distributor shall obtain title to the Products and be responsible for the
risk of loss, customs clearing, transportation, the cost of shipment and
insurance of the Products and all other costs after the Manufacturer has
delivered the Products to the location from which it shall ship the Products
to
the Distributor (the “Point of Origin”). The Distributor acknowledges that it is
responsible for the risk of loss, customs clearing, transportation, the cost
of
shipment and insurance of the Products and all other costs after the
Manufacturer has delivered the Products to the Point of Origin. The Distributor
further acknowledges that title to the Products has passed to it upon delivery
of the Products to the Point of Origin.
C.
The
Distributor shall pay to the Manufacturer ($*) with respect to each unit of
either of the Products purchased by the Distributor (the “Wholesale
Price”).
D.
There
shall be an increase every twelve months, commencing twelve months after the
first day of the calendar month following the date of execution of this
Agreement (the “Commencement Date”), of the Wholesale Price per Product unit
based upon a Wholesale Price of ($*), by an amount which is equal to the
increase in the cost of living (the “COL Index”) from the average for the twelve
months immediately preceding
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the
Commencement Date (the “COL Year”) to the average for the twelve (12) month
period immediately preceding the date in the year on which such Wholesale Price
shall be payable (each such year is hereinafter referred to as the
“Determination Year”). In order to determine the average for the COL Year or for
the Determination Year, the cost of living for each of the twelve months in
the
COL Year or in the Determination Year, as the case may be, shall be added and
the resultant figure shall be divided by 12. All cost of living computations
shall be based upon the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers for New
York, Northeast New Jersey for “all items” of the Bureau of Labor Statistics of
the United States Department of Labor (the “Index”), or if, at the time a
determination must be made, the Index is no longer published or issued, such
other index as is generally recognized and accepted for similar determinations.
The amount of the increase shall be computed by multiplying the ($*) Wholesale
Price by a fraction, the numerator of which is the average cost of living for
the Determination Year and the denominator of which is the average cost of
living for the COL Year. By way of illustration, assume the following: (i)
the
average cost of living for the COL Year is one hundred ($100) dollars and (ii)
the average cost of living for the Determination Year is one hundred and ten
($110) dollars. In this example, the Wholesale Price per Product unit which
shall be payable for the year shall be ($*), which is the amount arrived at
by
multiplying ($*) by one hundred and ten (110%) percent (the ratio of the average
cost of living for the Determination Year to the average cost of living for
the
COL Year: one hundred ten ($110) dollars divided by one hundred ($100)
dollars).
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7. The
Manufacturer’s Representations, Warranties and Covenants.
The
Manufacturer represents, warrants, and covenants to the Distributor
that:
A.
Corporate
Status.
The
Manufacturer is a corporation with all of the requisite power and authority
to
carry on its businesses as presently conducted in all jurisdictions where
presently conducted.
B.
Authority.
The
Manufacturer has the full right, power and legal capacity to enter into this
Agreement and to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. This Agreement
constitutes the valid and legally binding obligation of the Manufacturer,
enforceable in accordance with its terms and conditions. The execution and
delivery of this Agreement by the Manufacturer and the consummation by it of
the
transactions contemplated hereby have been duly approved and authorized by
all
necessary action of the Manufacturer's Board of Directors, and no further
authorization shall be necessary on the part of the Manufacturer for the
performance and consummation by the Manufacturer of the transactions
contemplated hereby. The execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement
in accordance with its terms does not and shall not require approval, consent
or
authorization of any third party, including any governmental agency or authority
or any political subdivision thereof.
C.
Compliance
with the Law and Other Instruments.
The
business and operations of the Manufacturer have been and are being conducted
in
accordance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations of all authorities
which affect the Manufacturer or its properties, assets, businesses or
prospects. The performance of this Agreement shall not result in any breach
of,
or constitute a default under, or result in the imposition of any lien or
encumbrance upon any property of the Manufacturer or cause an acceleration
under
any arrangement, agreement or other instrument to which the Manufacturer is
a
party or by which any of its assets are bound. The Manufacturer has performed
all of its obligations which are required to be performed by it pursuant to
the
terms of any such agreement, contract, or commitment.
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D.
Intellectual
Property.
The
Manufacturer is the sole and exclusive owner of the Intellectual Property and
has the sole and exclusive right to license the use thereof to the Distributor
free and clear of any lien, encumbrance or any other restriction, except as
set
forth on Exhibit “F”. The Manufacturer has no knowledge that any Products or any
of the Intellectual Property infringes on any trademark, trade name, service
mark, copyright or patent or any trade secret or other proprietary right of
any
other person. The Manufacturer does not know or have any reason to believe
that
there are any claims of any third parties with respect to the use of any of
the
Intellectual Property within the Territory, except as set forth on Exhibit
“G”.
E.
Compliance
with Standards.
The
Manufacturer is currently in compliance with, and shall remain compliant with,
Good Manufacturing Practice standards and with the Food and Drug
Administration’s filing requirements, if any, with respect to the
Products.
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F. Right
to Use.
The
Manufacturer has not granted and shall not grant, directly or indirectly, to
any
other person any right to use any right or license to use the Intellectual
Property within the Territory.
G. Right
to Distribute.
The
Manufacturer has not granted and shall not, during the Term, grant, directly
or
indirectly, to any other person any right (whether current, future, contingent
or otherwise) to sell the Products in or into the Territory.
H. Litigation. Except
as
set forth on Exhibit “G”, there are no legal, administrative, arbitration, or
other proceeding or governmental investigations adversely affecting the
Manufacturer or its properties, assets or businesses, or with respect to any
matter arising out of the conduct of the Manufacturer’s business pending or to
its knowledge threatened, by or against, any officer or director of the
Manufacturer in connection with its affairs, whether or not covered by
insurance. Except as set forth on Exhibit “G”, neither the Manufacturer nor its
officers or directors are subject to any order, writ, injunction, or decree
of
any court, department, agency, or instrumentality, affecting the Manufacturer.
I. No
Approval.
No
approval of any third party including, but not limited to, any governmental
authority is required in connection with the consummation of the transactions
set forth in this Agreement.
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J. Survival.
The
covenants, representations and warranties made by the Manufacturer in or in
connection with this Agreement shall survive the execution and delivery of
this
Agreement and shall continue in full force and effect during the Term and for
two (2) years after the expiration of the Term, it being agreed and understood
that each of such covenants, representations and warranties is of the essence
to
this Agreement and the same shall be binding upon the Manufacturer and inure
to
the Distributor, its successors and assigns.
K. Complete
Disclosure.
The
Manufacturer has no knowledge that any covenant, representation or warranty
of
the Manufacturer which is contained in this Agreement or in a writing furnished
or to be furnished pursuant to this Agreement contains or shall contain any
untrue statement of a material fact, omits or shall omit to state any material
fact which is required to make the statements which are contained herein or
therein, not misleading.
L. Notification
of an Event.
If,
during the Term, any event occurs or any event known to the Manufacturer
relating to or affecting the Manufacturer shall occur as a result of which
(i)
any provision of this Article “7” of this Agreement at that time shall include
an untrue statement of a fact, or (ii) this Article “7” of this Agreement shall
omit to state any fact necessary to make the statements herein, in light of
the
circumstances under which they were made, not misleading, the Manufacturer
shall
immediately notify the Distributor pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “24” of
this Agreement.
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M. No
Defense.
It
shall not be a defense to a suit for damages for any misrepresentation or breach
of a covenant, representation or warranty that the Distributor knew or had
reason to know that any covenant, representation or warranty in this Agreement
contained untrue statements.
8. The
Distributor’s Representations, Warranties and Covenants.
The
Distributor represents, warrants and covenants to the Manufacturer as
follows:
A.
Corporate
Status.
The
Distributor is a corporation with all of the requisite power and authority
to
carry on its businesses as presently conducted in all jurisdictions where
presently conducted.
B.
Authority.
The
Distributor has the full right, power and legal capacity to enter into this
Agreement and to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. This Agreement
constitutes the valid and legally binding obligation of the Distributor
enforceable in accordance with its terms and conditions. The execution and
delivery of this Agreement by the Distributor and the consummation by it of
the
transactions contemplated hereby have been duly approved and authorized by
all
necessary action of the Distributor’s Board of Directors, and no further
authorization shall be necessary on the part of the Distributor for the
performance and consummation by the Distributor of the transactions contemplated
hereby. The execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement in accordance
with its terms does not and shall not require approval, consent or authorization
of any third party, including any governmental agency or authority or any
political subdivision thereof.
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C.
Compliance
with the Laws and Other Instruments.
The
business and operations of the Distributor have been and are being conducted
in
accordance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations of all authorities
which affect the Distributor or its properties, assets, businesses or prospects.
The performance of this Agreement shall not result in any breach of, or
constitute a default under, or result in the imposition of any lien or
encumbrance upon any property of the Distributor or cause an acceleration under
any arrangement, agreement or other instrument to which the Distributor is
a
party or by which any of its assets are bound. The Distributor has performed
all
of its obligations which are required to be performed by it pursuant to the
terms of any such agreement contract, or commitment.
D.
Right
to Distribute.
The
Distributor shall not grant, directly or indirectly, to any other person other
than a Subdistributor any right to use any right or license to use any
Intellectual Property within the Territory.
E.
Litigation. There
are
no legal, administrative, arbitration, or other proceeding or governmental
investigations adversely affecting the Distributor or its properties, assets
or
businesses, or with respect to any matter arising out of the conduct of the
Distributor’s business pending or to its knowledge threatened, by or against,
any officer or director of the Distributor in connection with its affairs,
whether or not covered by insurance. Neither the Distributor nor its officers
or
directors are subject to any order, writ, injunction, or decree of any court,
department, agency, or instrumentality, affecting the Distributor.
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F.
No
Approval.
No
approval of any third party including, but not limited to, any governmental
authority is required in connection with the consummation of the transactions
set forth in this Agreement.
G.
Survival.
The
covenants, representations and warranties made by the Distributor in or in
connection with this Agreement shall survive the execution and delivery of
this
Agreement and shall
continue in full force and effect during
the Term and for two (2) years after the expiration of the Term, it being agreed
and understood that each of such covenants, representations and warranties
is of
the essence of this Agreement and the same shall be binding upon the Distributor
and inure to the Manufacturer, its successors and assigns.
H.
Complete
Disclosure.
The
Distributor has no knowledge that any covenant, representation or warranty
of
the Distributor which is contained in this Agreement or in a writing furnished
or to be furnished pursuant to this Agreement contains or shall contain any
untrue statement of a material fact, omits or shall omit to state any material
fact which is required to make the statements which are contained herein or
therein, not misleading.
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I.
Notification
of an Event.
If,
during the Term, any event occurs or any event known to the Distributor relating
to or affecting the Distributor shall occur as a result of which (i) any
provision of this Article “8” of this Agreement at that time shall include an
untrue statement of a fact, or (ii) this Article “8” of this Agreement shall
omit to state any fact necessary to make the statements herein, in light of
the
circumstances under which they were made, not misleading, the Distributor shall
immediately notify the Manufacturer pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “24” of
this Agreement.
J.
No
Defense.
It
shall not be a defense to a suit for damages for any misrepresentation or breach
of a covenant, representation or warranty that the Manufacturer knew or had
reason to know that any covenant, representation or warranty in this Agreement
contained untrue statements.
9. Term.
Subject
to the provisions of Article “13” of this Agreement, the Term of this Agreement
shall be perpetual.
10. Capitalization
of the Distributor.
The
capitalization of the Distributor shall be at least two hundred fifty thousand
($250,000) dollars as of three (3) months after the date of this Agreement,
and
at least one million ($1,000,000) dollars as of twelve (12) months after the
date of this Agreement, inclusive of, not in addition to, the initial two
hundred fifty thousand ($250,000) dollars.
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11. Warranties.
A.
All
units of the Products delivered to the Distributor pursuant to this Agreement
shall be of good and merchantable quality, free from defects in material and
workmanship and reasonably fit for their intended purpose.
B.
THE
MANUFACTURER HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND GUARANTIES
WITH RESPECT TO UNITS OF THE PRODUCT PURCHASED HEREUNDER, WHETHER WRITTEN,
ORAL,
IMPLIED OR INFERRED BY TRADE, CUSTOM OR PRACTICE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN PARAGRAPH “A” OF THIS ARTICLE “11” OF THIS AGREEMENT. THE
MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES FOR DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND, WHETHER DIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE RELATING TO THE PERFORMANCE
OF
ANY UNIT OF THE PRODUCT OR BY ANY FAILURE OF THE MANUFACTURER. IN NO EVENT
SHALL
THE MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY TO ANY USER OF THE PRODUCT EXCEED THE PURCHASE
PRICE FOR THAT PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THIS AGREEMENT.
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C.
The
Distributor shall inspect the units of the Products within seven (7) days after
delivery of the shipment containing such units of the Products. If the
Distributor, prior to the expiration of such seven (7) day period rejects any
units of the Products because such units of the Products do not conform to
any
agreed upon specifications, the Manufacturer may substitute a like quantity
of
conforming units of the Products. The Distributor may reject any shipment of
non-conforming units of the Products only within seven (7) days after delivery
of such shipment, by notice to the Manufacturer, pursuant to Paragraph “C” of
Article “24” of this Agreement, stating the reason for rejection with
specificity. Failure to timely reject or give proper notice of rejection shall
be deemed to constitute acceptance of such shipment. Properly rejected units
of
the Products shall, in the Manufacturer’s sole and absolute discretion, to be
exercised by written notice pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “24” of this
Agreement, either (i) be returned to the Manufacturer at the Manufacturer’s
expense or (ii) be destroyed by the Distributor at the Manufacturer’s
expense.
D.
If any
shipping date is specified, such date represents a good faith estimate by the
Manufacturer. In no event shall the Manufacturer be responsible for a delay
in
shipment or for damages or losses attributable to any such delay.
E.
The
Distributor may not cancel or assign any order given by it to the Manufacturer.
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F.
Non
delivery or default by the Manufacturer as to any shipment shall not relieve
the
Distributor from its obligation to accept and pay for any subsequent or prior
installment.
12. Force
Majeure.
Neither
the Manufacturer nor the Distributor shall be responsible for failure or delay
in performing any of its respective obligations pursuant to this Agreement,
due
to causes beyond its control, including, but not limited to, fire, storm, flood,
earthquake, explosion, accident, acts of a public enemy, war (whether or not
declared), rebellion, insurrection, sabotage, acts of terrorism, epidemic,
quarantine restrictions, labor disputes or controversies, labor shortages,
transportation embargoes or failures or delays in transportation, fuel or energy
shortages, power interruptions or failures, acts of God, acts, rules,
regulations, orders or directives of any government or any political
subdivision, agency or instrumentality thereof, or the order of any court or
regulatory or arbitral body of competent jurisdiction, including, but not
limited to, any injunction entered against either the Manufacturer or the
Distributor, as the case may be, or their respective suppliers enjoining it
or
them from manufacturing, selling or distributing the Products.
13. Termination.
A.
Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, the Manufacturer
shall have the right to terminate this Agreement in accordance with the
provisions of this Article “13” of this Agreement if, the Distributor shall at
any time commit any of the following breaches of this Agreement or any of the
following defaults in the performance of any of its obligations pursuant to
this
Agreement unless within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of written
notice of such default in accordance with Paragraph “C” of Article “24” of this
Agreement the Distributor cures such default; provided, however, that if any
such breach or default resulted from primarily the Manufacturer’s actions or its
officers or agents’ actions or from the Manufacturer’s or its officers’ or
agents’ failure to act as required pursuant to this Agreement, no default shall
be deemed to have occurred:
i.
The
Distributor’s obligation to submit quarterly reports as set forth in Article “4”
of this Agreement;
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ii.
The
Distributor’s obligation to pay the Wholesale Price as set forth in Paragraph
“A” of Article “6” of this Agreement;
iii.
The
Distributor’s obligations with respect to the use of the Patents and the
Trademark as set forth in Article “17” of this Agreement;
iv.
The
Distributor’s obligations not to disclose Confidential Information as set forth
in Article “19” of this Agreement; provided, however, that if the Distributor
has taken reasonable measures to protect the Confidential Information from
any
accidental, unauthorized or premature, disclosure or destruction by any of
its
Agents, then such disclosure or destruction of the Confidential Information
by
its Agents shall not be deemed a default pursuant to this Paragraph “A” of this
Article “13” of this Agreement;
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v.
The
Distributor’s obligations not to compete as set forth in Paragraph “B” of
Article “20” of this Agreement; provided, however, that if the Distributor has
taken all reasonable measures to prevent any of its Agents from breaching the
provisions of Paragraph “B” of Article “20” of this Agreement, then such breach
by its Agents shall not be deemed a default pursuant to this Paragraph “A” of
this Article “13” of this Agreement; and
vi.
The
Distributor fails to use its best efforts to terminate a Subdistributor for
selling outside the Territory.
The
right
of the Manufacturer to terminate this Agreement pursuant to this Article “13” of
this Agreement or otherwise shall be in addition to and not exclusive of any
other right or remedy that may exist at law, equity or otherwise, that the
Manufacturer may possess pursuant to this Agreement, all of which rights and
remedies shall survive such termination.
B.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Paragraph “A” of this Article “13” of this
Agreement, the Manufacturer shall have the right to terminate this Agreement
without prior notice to the Distributor if:
i. Any
material representation or warranty of the Distributor contained in this
Agreement is untrue when made;
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ii. The
Distributor admits in writing its inability to pay its debts as they
mature;
iii. The
Distributor files a petition in bankruptcy;
iv. The
Distributor makes an assignment for the benefit of its creditors;
v. The
Distributor consents to the appointment of, or possession by, a custodian for
itself or for all or substantially all of its property;
vi. A
petition in bankruptcy is filed with the written consent of the
Distributor;
vii. The
Distributor fails to have a petition in bankruptcy which was filed without
its
consent dismissed within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date upon which
such petition was filed;
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viii. Notwithstanding
the one hundred twenty (120) day period set forth in Subparagraph “vii” of this
Paragraph “B” of this Article “13” of this Agreement, the Distributor is
adjudicated bankrupt on a petition in bankruptcy filed against it;
ix. A
court
of competent jurisdiction enters a final non-appealable order, judgment or
decree appointing, without the consent of the Distributor, a receiver, trustee
or custodian for the Distributor or for all or substantially all of the property
or assets of the Distributor; and
x. A
court
of competent jurisdiction enters a final judgment for the payment of money
against the Distributor, which judgment the Distributor shall not discharge
(or
provide for such discharge) in accordance with its terms within one hundred
twenty (120) days of the date of entry thereof, or procure a stay of execution
thereof within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of entry thereof
and,
within such one hundred twenty (120) day period, or such longer period during
which execution of such judgment shall have been stayed, appeal therefrom and
cause the execution thereof to be stayed during such appeal.
C.
If
upon termination pursuant to this Article “13” of this Agreement, the
Distributor has in its possession or control any units of the Products, the
Manufacturer, in its sole and absolute discretion, shall either (i) allow the
Distributor to sell said units of the Products remaining in its possession
or
control for a period of ninety (90) days after termination or (ii) repurchase
said units of the Products remaining in the Distributor’s possession or control
from the Distributor at the price paid by the Distributor for said units of
the
Products which the Distributor shall ship, at the Distributor’s sole expense, to
the Manufacturer. If the Manufacturer allows the Distributor to sell the units
of the Products remaining in its possession or control, then after said ninety
(90) day period, if the Distributor has in its possession or control any
remaining units of the Products, the Distributor shall, at its sole expense,
arrange to ship any such units of the Products to the Manufacturer and the
Manufacturer shall have no obligation to pay for the units of the Products
returned to it.
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All
units
of the Products shipped to the Manufacturer shall be shipped F.O.B. Destination
which means that the Distributor shall retain title to the Products and be
responsible for the risk of loss, customs clearing, transportation, the cost
of
shipment and insurance of the Products and all other costs until the
Manufacturer has received the shipment at its principal place of business (the
“Point of Destination”). The Distributor acknowledges that it is responsible for
the risk of loss, customs clearing, transportation, the cost of shipment and
insurance of the Products and all other costs until the Manufacturer has
received the shipment at the Point of Destination. The Distributor further
acknowledges that title to all the Products shall remain with it upon shipping
F.O.B. Destination until the Products is received at the Point of Destination
by
the Manufacturer.
14. Effect
of Termination.
The
termination of this Agreement for any reason shall not release any party from
any liability, obligation or agreement that, pursuant to any provision of this
Agreement, is intended to survive or be performed after the termination of
this
Agreement.
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15. Inventions
or Improvements by the Distributor.
If,
during the Term, the Distributor makes any improvements in the Products or
the
Technology or the mode of using them, including, but not limited to, technical
or commercial improvements, becomes the owner of any such improvements either
through Patents or otherwise, or obtains any rights, benefits or privileges
with
respect to the Products or the Technology, including, but not limited to,
obtaining 510(k) marketing clearance from the Food and Drug Administration,
then
it shall and hereby does assign such improvements, rights, benefits or
privileges to the Manufacturer (without cost to the Manufacturer) and shall
give
the Manufacturer full information with respect thereto, including, but not
limited to, the mode of using them. Notwithstanding the foregoing, during the
Term, the Distributor shall be entitled to use any such improvements, rights,
benefits or privileges in conjunction with all rights which are hereby granted
to the Distributor with respect to the Technology. The Distributor shall also
provide the Manufacturer with any and all test results arising from tests of
any
Products as soon as practicable after such results are available.
16. Ownership
of Intellectual Property.
All
Intellectual Property shall be the exclusive property of the
Manufacturer.
17. Uses
of Intellectual Property.
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A.
Patents.
The
Distributor may, only with the express written consent of the Manufacturer
and
at its own expense, apply for patents in any country on any discovery or
invention which Distributor or its employees shall have obtained prior to the
termination of this Agreement with respect to the Technology, Intellectual
Property or Products. The Distributor shall notify the Manufacturer of its
intention, keep the Manufacturer currently informed of its activities with
respect thereto, and provide the Manufacturer with copies of patent applications
and amendments thereto, patent office communications, and other relevant papers.
All such patent applications shall be submitted in the Manufacturer’s name;
provided, however, that if such patent application cannot be submitted in the
Manufacturer’s name, then such patent application and any patents issued
pursuant to such patent application shall be assigned to the Manufacturer
without cost to the Manufacturer.
B.
Trademark.
During
the Term, the Manufacturer grants to the Distributor the right to affix, without
charge to the Distributor, the Trademark (which is owned by the Manufacturer)
as
a mark of certification to the Products distributed in the Territory by the
Distributor, provided:
i.
All
labels, advertising, and packaging for units of the Products by the Distributor
must conform to the specifications of the Manufacturer.
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ii.
Whenever the Distributor uses the Trademark in advertising or in any other
manner in connection with the sale and distribution of the Products, the
Distributor shall indicate clearly the Manufacturer’s ownership of the
Trademark. The Distributor agrees to affix to each unit of the Products and
to
the package containing each unit of the Products and any papers inserted in
the
Package a notice stating “Licensed under United States Patent Nos.
_____________________”. The Distributor shall provide the Manufacturer with
samples of all literature, packages, labels, labeling and advertising prepared
by or for the Distributor and intended to be used by the Distributor. When
using
the Trademark, the Distributor undertakes to comply with all trademark laws,
including, but not limited to, compliance with marking
requirements.
iii.
If
required, the Manufacturer shall make application to register the Distributor
as
a Permitted User or Registered User of the Trademark, and if necessary or if
requested by the Manufacturer, the Distributor undertakes to join in such
application and to execute any such documents and to take such action as may
be
necessary or requested by the Distributor to implement such application or
retain, enforce or defend the Trademark.
iv.
The
Distributor acknowledges the Manufacturer's exclusive right, title and interest
in and to the Trademark, and shall not at any time do or cause to be done any
act or thing contesting or in any way impairing or tending to impair any part
of
such right, title and interest. The Distributor shall not in any manner
represent that it has any ownership in the Trademark or registration thereof,
and the Distributor acknowledges that use of the Trademark shall not create in
the Distributor’s favor any right, title or interest in or to the
Trademark.
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C.
Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as conferring upon the
Distributor or any of its Subdistributors or customers, directly or by
implication, estoppel or otherwise, any additional license under any trade
secrets or know-how of the Manufacturer, and no such license or other rights
shall arise from this Agreement or from any acts, statements or dealings
resulting from or relating to, this Agreement.
D.
The
Manufacturer assumes no liability to the Distributor or to third parties with
respect to the performance characteristics of the Products sold by the
Distributor.
18. Manufacturer’s
Exclusive Rights, Title and Interest in and to Intellectual
Property.
A.
The
Distributor acknowledges the Manufacturer's exclusive right, title and interest
in and to the Intellectual Property, and shall not at any time do or cause
to be
done any act or thing contesting or in any way impairing or tending to impair
any part of such right, title and interest. The Distributor shall not in any
manner represent that it has any ownership in the Intellectual Property, and
the
Distributor acknowledges that use of the Intellectual Property, shall not create
in the Distributor's favor any right, title or interest in or to the
Intellectual Property other than as expressly provided in this
Agreement.
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B.
If the
applicable Intellectual Property law requires, the Manufacturer shall make
application to register the Distributor as a Permitted User or Registered User
of the Intellectual Property and if necessary, the Distributor undertakes to
join in such application and to execute any such documents and to take such
action as may be necessary to implement such application.
C.
The
Distributor acknowledges that the use of the Intellectual Property shall not
create in the Distributor any right, title or interest in or to the Intellectual
Property other than as expressly provided in this Agreement.
D.
Upon
termination of this Agreement in any manner as provided in this Agreement,
the
Distributor shall cease and desist from all use of the Intellectual Property
in
any manner.
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19. Nondisclosure
of Confidential Information.
A.
As
used in this Agreement, “Confidential Information” shall mean oral or written
information which is directly or indirectly presented to the Distributor, its
past, present or future subsidiaries, parents, officers, consultants, directors,
stockholders, affiliates, attorneys, employees, agents and its and their
respective Immediate Families (as defined below; all of the foregoing are
hereinafter collectively referred to as “Agents”) by the Manufacturer,
including, but not limited to, information which is developed, conceived or
created by the Manufacturer, or disclosed to the Distributor or its Agents
or
known by or conceived or created by the Distributor or its Agents during the
Term or after the termination of this Agreement if disclosed to the Distributor
or its Agents or known by or conceived or created by the Distributor or its
Agents as a result of this Agreement, with respect to the Manufacturer, its
business or any of its products, processes, and other services relating thereto
relating to the past or present business or any plans with respect to future
business of the Manufacturer, or relating to the past or present business of
a
third party or plans with respect to future business of a third party which
are
disclosed to the Manufacturer. Confidential Information includes, but is not
limited to, all documentation, hardware and software relating thereto, and
information and data in written, graphic and/or machine readable form, products,
processes and services, whether or not patentable, trademarkable or
copyrightable or otherwise protectable, including, but not limited to,
information with respect to discoveries; know-how; ideas; computer programs,
source codes and object codes; designs; algorithms; processes and structures;
product information; marketing information; price lists; cost information;
product contents and formulae; manufacturing and production techniques and
methods; research and development information; lists of clients and vendors
and
other information relating thereto; financial data and information; business
plans and processes; documentation with respect to any of the foregoing; and
any
other information of the Manufacturer that the Manufacturer informs the
Distributor or its Agents or the Distributor or its Agents should know, by
virtue of its or their position or the circumstances in which the Distributor
or
its Agents learned such other information, is to be kept confidential including,
but not limited to, any information acquired by the Distributor or its Agents
from any sources prior to the commencement of this Agreement. Confidential
Information also includes similar information obtained by the Manufacturer
in
confidence from its vendors, licensors, licensees, customers and/or clients.
Confidential Information may or may not be labeled as confidential.
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“Immediate
Family” shall include the following: (i) any spouse, parent, spouse of a parent,
mother-in-law, father-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, child, spouse
of a
child, adopted child, spouse of an adopted child, xxxxxxx, spouse of a sibling,
grandparent, spouse of a grandparent, and any issue or spouse of any of the
foregoing, and (ii) such child or issue of such child which is born and/or
adopted during or after the term of this Agreement and the issue (whether by
blood or adoption) of such person; provided, however, that it shall not include
any person who was legally adopted after attaining the age of eighteen (18)
by
any of the persons specified in subparagraph “i” of this Paragraph “A” of this
Article “19” of this Agreement or any spouse or issue (whether by blood or
adoption) of any such person. A parent of a specified person shall include
an
affiliate.
B.
Except
as required in the performance of the Distributor’s or its Agents’ obligations
pursuant to this Agreement, neither the Distributor nor its Agents shall, during
or after the Term, directly or indirectly, use any Confidential Information
or
disseminate or disclose any Confidential Information to any person, firm,
corporation, association or other entity. The Distributor or its Agents shall
take reasonable measures to protect Confidential Information from any
accidental, unauthorized or premature use, disclosure or destruction.
Information shall not be considered Confidential Information if it: (i) is
at
the time of disclosure or thereafter a part of the public domain without breach
of this Agreement by the Distributor or its Agents; provided, however, that
the
act of copyrighting shall not cause or be construed as causing the copyrighted
materials to be in the public domain, (ii) is disclosed as reasonably required
in a proceeding to enforce the Distributor’s rights under this Agreement or
(iii) is disclosed as required by court order or applicable law; provided,
however, that if either the Distributor or its Agents is legally requested
or
required by court order or applicable law, including, but not limited to, by
oral question, interrogatories, request for information or documents, subpoenas,
civil investigative demand or similar process to disclose any Confidential
Information, the Distributor or its Agents, as the case may be, shall promptly
notify the Manufacturer of such request or requirement so that the Manufacturer
may seek an appropriate protective order; provided further, however; that if
such protective order is not obtained, the Distributor and its Agents agree
to
furnish only that portion of the Confidential Information which they are advised
by their respective counsels is legally required.
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C.
Upon
termination of this Agreement for any reason or at any time upon request of
the
Manufacturer, the Distributor and its Agents agree to deliver to the
Manufacturer all materials of any nature which are in the Distributor's or
its
Agents’ possession or control and which are or contain Confidential Information,
Work Product or Work Products (hereinafter defined), or which are otherwise
the
property of the Manufacturer or any vendor, licensor, licensee, customer or
client of the Manufacturer, including, but not limited to writings, designs,
documents, records, data, memoranda, tapes and disks containing software,
computer source code listings, routines, file layouts, record layouts, system
design information, models, manuals, documentation and notes. The Distributor
and its Agents shall destroy all written documentation prepared by them for
internal purposes based in whole or in part on any Confidential Information
and
such destruction shall be confirmed to the Manufacturer in writing by an officer
of the Distributor and/or its Agents.
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D.
All
ideas, inventions, discoveries or improvements, whether patentable or not,
conceived by the Distributor or its Agents (alone or with others) during the
Term (“Work Products”) shall be the exclusive property of and assigned to the
Manufacturer or as the Manufacturer may direct without compensation to the
Distributor or its Agents. Any records with respect to the foregoing shall
be
the sole and exclusive property of the Manufacturer and the Distributor or
its
Agents shall surrender possession of such records to the Manufacturer upon
termination of this Agreement. Any Work Product shall be deemed incorporated
in
the definition of Confidential Information for all purposes
hereunder.
E.
Neither the Distributor nor its Agents shall assert any rights with respect
to
the Manufacturer, its business, or any of its products, processes and other
services relating thereto, Work Product or any Confidential Information as
having been acquired or known by the Distributor or its Agents prior to the
commencement of the Term.
20. Protection
of Intellectual Property; Indemnification; Defense; Products
Liability.
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A.
If the
Distributor learns of any infringement of any Intellectual Property or imitation
or counterfeiting of any Products, Distributor shall promptly notify the
Manufacturer of such information. Upon learning of such information, the
Manufacturer shall take such action as it deems advisable in its sole and
absolute discretion for the protection of the Intellectual
Property.
B.
In
order to induce the Manufacturer to enter into this Agreement, in addition
to
and in no way limiting Paragraph “C” of Article “3” of this Agreement, the
Distributor agrees, on its own behalf and on behalf of its Agents (with the
exception of the Manufacturer), that neither the Distributor, nor any of its
Agents, shall during the Term and, for a period of five (5) years from the
date
of termination of this Agreement, (i) manufacture any Competing Products (as
defined below), (ii) directly or indirectly sell or market any product which
competes either directly or indirectly with any product of the Manufacturer
that
screens for, or is a detection modality for prostate, cancer, kidney disease
and
strokes or any product which is based upon the technology of temperature
differentials (“Competing Products”), or (iii) directly or indirectly own,
manage, participate in the operation or control of, or be connected as an
officer, director, shareholder, partner, consultant, owner, employee, agent,
lender, donor, vendor or otherwise, or have any financial interest in or aid
or
assist anyone else in the conduct of any competing entity which manufactures,
distributes or offers for sale Competing Products. The Distributor further
agrees, on its own behalf and on behalf of its Agents, that neither it nor
its
Agents shall during the Term and for a period of five (5) years from the date
of
termination of this Agreement (i) personally, or cause others to personally
induce or attempt to induce any employee to terminate their employment with
the
Manufacturer; (ii) interfere with or disrupt the Manufacturer's relationship
with its suppliers, vendors, customers or employees; or (iii) solicit or entice
any person to leave their employ with the Manufacturer.
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The
Distributor and the Manufacturer each agree, on their own behalf and on behalf
of their Agents, that neither them nor their Agents shall during the Term and
for a period of five (5) years from the date of termination of this Agreement
(i) personally, or cause others to personally induce or attempt to induce any
employee to terminate their employment with the other of the Manufacturer or
the
Distributor, as the case may be; (ii) interfere with or disrupt the other of
the
Manufacturer’s or the Distributor's, as the case may be, relationship with its
suppliers, vendors, customers or employees; or (iii) solicit or entice any
person to leave their employ with the other of the Manufacturer or the
Distributor, as the case may be.
D.
The
Distributor and the Manufacturer each agree, on their behalf and on behalf
of
their Agents, that the duration, scope and geographic area for which the
provisions set forth in Paragraphs “B” and “C” of this Article “20” of this
Agreement are to be effective are reasonable. If any court of competent
jurisdiction determines that any provision of this Agreement is invalid or
unenforceable by reason of such provision extending the covenants and agreements
contained herein for too great a period of time or over too great a geographical
area, or by reason of it being too extensive in any other respect, such
agreement or covenant shall be interpreted to extend only over the maximum
period of time and geographical area, and to the maximum extent in all other
respects, as to which it is valid and enforceable, all as determined by such
court in such action. Any determination that any provision of this Agreement
is
invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part, shall have no effect on the
validity or enforceability of any remaining provision of this
Agreement.
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E.
Any
period of time set forth in this Agreement shall not be construed to permit
the
Distributor, the Manufacturer, or either of their Agents to engage in any of
the
prohibited acts set forth in this Agreement after such period if such acts
would
otherwise be prohibited by any applicable statute or legal
precedent.
21. Indemnification.
A.
Indemnification
by the Distributor.
In
order to induce the Manufacturer to enter into and perform this Agreement,
the
Distributor does hereby indemnify, protect, defend and save and hold harmless
the Manufacturer and each of its shareholders, affiliates, officers, directors,
control persons, employees, attorneys, agents, partners and trustees and
personal representatives of any of the foregoing (“Indemnified Parties”), from
and against any loss resulting to any of them from any material loss, liability,
cost, damage, or expense which the Indemnified Parties may suffer, sustain
or
incur arising out of or due to a breach by the Distributor of the
representations, warranties and covenants set forth in Article “8” of this
Agreement or in any documents delivered pursuant hereto, or of a breach by
the
Distributor of any of its obligations pursuant to this Agreement or in any
documents delivered pursuant hereto.
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B.
Indemnification
by the Manufacturer.
In
order to induce the Distributor to enter into and perform this Agreement, the
Manufacturer does hereby indemnify, protect, defend and save and hold harmless
the Distributor and each of its members, affiliates, officers, managers, control
persons, employees, attorneys, agents, partners and trustees and personal
representatives of any of the foregoing (“Indemnified Parties”), from and
against any loss resulting to any of them from any material loss, liability,
cost, damage, or expense which the Indemnified Parties may suffer, sustain
or
incur arising out of or due to a breach by the Manufacturer of the
representations, warranties and covenants set forth in Article “7” of this
Agreement or in any documents delivered pursuant hereto, or of a breach by
the
Manufacturer of any of its obligations pursuant to this Agreement or in any
documents delivered pursuant hereto.
C.
Reasonable
Costs, Etc.
The
indemnification which is set forth in this Article “21” of this Agreement shall
be deemed to include not only the specific liabilities or obligation with
respect to which such indemnity is provided, but also all counsel fees,
reasonable costs, expenses and expenses of settlement relating thereto, whether
or not any such liability or obligation shall have been reduced to
judgment.
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Third
Party Claims.
If any
demand, claim, action or cause of action, suit, proceeding or investigation
(collectively, the “Claim”) is brought against an Indemnified Party for which
the Indemnified Party intends to seek indemnity from the other party hereto
(the
“Indemnifying Party”), then the Indemnified Party within twenty-one (21) days
after such Indemnified Party's receipt of the Claim, shall notify the
Indemnifying Party pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “24” of this Agreement
which notice shall contain a reasonably thorough description of the nature
and
amount of the Claim (the “Claim Notice”). The Indemnifying Party shall have the
option to undertake, conduct and control the defense of such claim or demand.
Such option to undertake, conduct and control the defense of such claim or
demand shall be exercised by notifying the Indemnified Party within ten (10)
days after receipt of the Claim Notice pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “24”
of this Agreement (such notice to control the defense is hereinafter referred
to
as the “Defense Notice”). The failure of the Indemnified Party to notify the
Indemnifying Party of the Claim shall not relieve the Indemnifying Party from
any liability which the Indemnifying Party may have pursuant to this Article
“21” of this Agreement except to the extent that such failure to notify the
Indemnifying Party prejudices the Indemnifying Party. The Indemnified Party
shall use all reasonable efforts to assist the Indemnifying Party in the
vigorous defense of the Claim. All costs and expenses incurred by the
Indemnified Party in defending the Claim shall be paid by the Indemnifying
Party. If, however, the Indemnified Party desires to participate in any such
defense or settlement, it may do so at its sole cost and expense (it being
understood that the Indemnifying Party shall be entitled to control the
defense). The Indemnified Party shall not settle the Claim. If the Indemnifying
Party does not elect to control the defense of the Claim, within the aforesaid
ten (10) day period by proper notice pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “24”
of this Agreement, then the Indemnified Party shall be entitled to undertake,
conduct and control the defense of the Claim (a failure by the Indemnifying
Party to send the Defense Notice to the Indemnified Party within the aforesaid
ten (10) day period by proper notice pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “24”
of this Agreement shall be deemed to be an election by the Indemnifying Party
not to control the defense of the Claim); provided, however, that the
Indemnifying Party shall be entitled, if it so desires, to participate therein
(it being understood that in such circumstances, the Indemnified Party shall
be
entitled to control the defense). Regardless of which party has undertaken
to
defend any claim, the Indemnifying Party may, without the prior written consent
of the Indemnified Party, settle, compromise or offer to settle or compromise
any such claim or demand; provided however, that if any settlement would result
in the imposition of a consent order, injunction or decree which would restrict
the future activity or conduct of the Indemnified Party, the consent of the
Indemnified Party shall be a condition to any such settlement. Notwithstanding
the foregoing provisions of this Article “21” of this Agreement, as a condition
to the Indemnifying Party either having the right to defend the Claim, or having
control over settlement as indicated in this Article “21” of this Agreement, the
Indemnifying Party shall execute an agreement, in the form annexed hereto and
made a part hereof as Exhibit “H”, acknowledging its liability for
indemnification pursuant to this Article “21” of this Agreement. Whether the
Indemnifying Party shall control and assume the defense of the Claim or only
participate in the defense or settlement of the Claim, the Indemnified Party
shall give the Indemnifying Party and its counsel access, during normal business
hours, to all relevant business records and other documents, and shall permit
them to consult with its employees and counsel.
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Relief.
If the
Distributor breaches this Agreement, the Manufacturer shall have the right,
at
its election, to obtain equitable relief including, but not limited to, an
order
for specific performance of this Agreement or an injunction, without the need
to: (i) post a bond or other security, (ii) to prove any actual damage or (iii)
to prove that money damages would not provide an adequate remedy. Resort to
such
equitable relief, however, shall not be construed to be a waiver of any other
rights or remedies which the Manufacturer may have for damages or
otherwise.
23. No
Agency.
Except
as provided for in this Agreement, neither party is the legal representative
or
agent of, or has the power to obligate the other for any purpose whatsoever;
and
no partnership, joint venture, agent, fiduciary, or employment relationship
is
intended or created by reason of this Agreement. It is the intent of the parties
hereto that each party shall be an independent contractor of the other. Neither
has the authority to assume or create any obligation or liability, express
or
implied, upon the other’s behalf or in its name or to bind the other in any
manner whatsoever. The Distributor shall not sign any document as an authorized
person of the Manufacturer and none of its employees or members shall hold
themselves out as officers, directors, or shareholders of the Manufacturer,
or
as otherwise having any authority to enter into contracts binding upon the
Manufacturer, or to create any obligations on the part of the Manufacturer.
The
Manufacturer shall not sign any document as an authorized person of the
Distributor and none of its employees or shareholders shall hold themselves
out
as officers, managers, or members of the Distributor, or as otherwise having
any
authority to enter into contracts binding upon the Distributor, or to create
any
obligations on the part of the Distributor.
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24. Miscellaneous.
A.
Headings.
Headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall
not affect in any way the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.
B.
Enforceability.
If any
provision which is contained in this Agreement should, for any reason, be held
to be invalid or unenforceable in any respect under the laws of any
jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any other
provision of this Agreement and this Agreement shall be construed as if such
invalid or unenforceable provision had not been contained herein.
C.
Notices. Any
notice or other communication required or permitted hereunder shall be
sufficiently given if sent by (i) mail by (a) certified mail, postage prepaid,
return receipt requested and (b) first class mail, postage prepaid (ii)
overnight delivery with confirmation of delivery or (iii) facsimile transmission
with an original mailed by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as
follows:
To
the Manufacturer:
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Medical, Inc.
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Xxxx Xxxxx
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Attn:
Xx. Xxxxxxxx X. Xxxx, President
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Attn:
Xxxxxxxxx X. Xxxxx, Esq.
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No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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X. Xxxxxx, Esq.
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New
York, New York 10022
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No.: (000)
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the Distributor:
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Knolls, New Jersey 07927
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Attention:
Xxxxxx Xxxxxx, President
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No.: (000) 000-0000
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With
a copy to:
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Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx
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New
York, New York 10022
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Attn:
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in
each case to such other address and facsimile number as shall have last been
furnished by like notice. If all of the methods of notice set forth in this
Paragraph “C” of this Article “24” of this Agreement are impossible for any
reason, notice shall be in writing and personally delivered to the aforesaid
addresses. Each notice or communication shall be deemed to have been given
as of
the date so mailed or delivered as the case may be; provided, however, that
any
notice sent by facsimile shall be deemed to have been given as of the date
so
sent if a copy thereof is also mailed by first class mail on the date sent
by
facsimile. If the date of mailing is not the same as the date of sending by
facsimile, then the date of mailing by first class mail shall be deemed to
be
the date upon which notice is given; provided further, however, that any notice
sent by overnight delivery shall be deemed to have been given as of the date
of
delivery.
D.
Governing
Law; Disputes.
This
Agreement shall in accordance with Section 5-1401 of the General Obligations
Law
of New York in all respects be construed, governed, applied and enforced under
the internal laws of the State of New York without giving effect to the
principles of conflicts of laws and be deemed to be an agreement entered into
in
the State of New York and made pursuant to the laws of the State of New York.
Except as otherwise provided in Article “22” of this Agreement, the parties
agree that they shall be deemed to have agreed to binding arbitration solely
in
New York, New York, with respect to the entire subject matter of any and all
disputes relating to or arising under this Agreement including, but not limited
to, the specific matters or disputes as to which arbitration has been expressly
provided for by other provisions of this Agreement. Any such arbitration shall
be by a panel of three arbitrators and pursuant to the commercial rules then
existing of the American Arbitration Association in the State of New York,
County of New York. In all arbitrations, judgment upon the arbitration award
may
be entered in any court having jurisdiction. The parties agree, further, that
the prevailing party in any such arbitration as determined by the arbitrators
shall be entitled to such costs and attorney's fees, if any, in connection
with
such arbitration as may be awarded by the arbitrators. In connection with the
arbitrators’ determination for the purpose of which party, if any, is the
prevailing party, they shall take into account all of the factors and
circumstances including, without limitation, the relief sought, and by whom,
and
the relief, if any, awarded, and to whom. In addition, and notwithstanding
the
foregoing sentence, a party shall not be deemed to be the prevailing party
in a
claim seeking monetary damages, unless the amount of the arbitration award
exceeds the amount offered in a legally binding writing by the other party
by
fifteen (15%) percent or more. For example, if the party initiating arbitration
(“A”) seeks an award of one hundred thousand ($100,000) dollars plus costs and
expenses, the other party (“B”) has offered A fifty thousand ($50,000) dollars
in a legally binding written offer prior to the commencement of the arbitration
proceeding, and the arbitration panel awards any amount less than fifty-seven
thousand five hundred ($57,500) dollars to A, the panel should determine that
B
has “prevailed”. The parties specifically designate the courts in the City of
New York, State of New York as properly having jurisdiction for any proceeding
to confirm and enter judgment upon any such arbitration award. The parties
hereby consent to and submit to personal jurisdiction over each of them solely
by the courts of the State of New York in any action or proceeding, waive
personal service of any and all process and specifically consent that in any
such action or proceeding in the courts of the State of New York, any service
of
process may be effectuated upon any of them by certified mail, return receipt
requested, in accordance with Paragraph “C” of this Article “24” of this
Agreement.
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arbitration panel shall have no power to award non-monetary or equitable relief
of any sort. It shall also have no power to award (i) damages inconsistent
with
any applicable agreement between the parties or (ii) punitive damages or any
other damages not measured by the prevailing party’s actual damages; and the
parties expressly waive their right to obtain such damages in arbitration or
in
any other forum. In no event, even if any other portion of these provisions
is
held invalid or unenforceable, shall the arbitration panel have power to make
an
award or impose a remedy which could not be made or imposed by a court deciding
the matter in the same jurisdiction.
Discovery
shall be permitted in connection with the arbitration only to the extent, if
any, expressly authorized by the arbitration panel upon a showing of substantial
need by the party seeking discovery.
All
aspects of the arbitration shall be treated as confidential. The parties and
the
arbitration panel may disclose the existence, content or results of the
arbitration only as provided in the rules of the American Arbitration
Association in New York, New York. Before making any such disclosure, a party
shall give written notice to all other parties and shall afford such parties
a
reasonable opportunity to protect their interest.
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E.
Assignment
by the Manufacturer.
This
Agreement shall be transferable by the Manufacturer.
F.
Construction.
Each of
the parties hereto hereby acknowledges and agrees that (i) Xxxxx & Xxxxxx,
P.C. drafted this Agreement on behalf of both of the parties to this Agreement,
(ii) each party has been separately advised by counsel other than Xxxxx &
Xxxxxx, P.C. during the course of reviewing this Agreement and (iii) this
Agreement shall not, therefore, be construed more strictly against any party
responsible for its drafting regardless of any presumption or rule requiring
construction against the party whose attorney drafted this
Agreement.
G.
Entire
Agreement.
This
Agreement and all documents and instruments referred to herein (i) constitute
the entire agreement and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings,
both written and oral, among the parties with respect to the subject matter
hereof and thereof, and (ii) are not intended to confer upon any person other
than the parties hereto any rights or remedies hereunder. Each party hereto
agrees that, except for the representations and warranties contained in this
Agreement, neither the Manufacturer nor the Distributor makes any other
representations or warranties, and each hereby disclaims any other
representations and warranties made by itself or any of its officers, directors,
managers, employees, agents, financial and legal advisors or other
representatives, with respect to the execution and delivery of this Agreement
or
the transactions contemplated hereby, notwithstanding the delivery or disclosure
to the other or the other's representatives of any documentation or other
information with respect to any one or more of the foregoing.
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H.
Further
Assurances.
The
parties agree to execute any and all such other further instruments and
documents, and to take any and all such further actions which are reasonably
required to effectuate this Agreement and the intents and purposes
hereof.
I.
Binding
Agreement.
This
Agreement shall not be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties
hereto and their heirs, executors, administrators, personal representatives,
successors and assigns unless and until each of the parties to this Agreement
have executed and delivered to the other party a fully executed copy of this
Agreement.
J.
Non-Waiver.
Except
as otherwise expressly provided herein, no waiver of any covenant, condition,
or
provision of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been made unless expressly
in writing and signed by the party against whom such waiver is charged; and
(i)
the failure of any party to insist in any one or more cases upon the performance
of any of the provisions, covenants or conditions of this Agreement or to
exercise any option herein contained shall not be construed as a waiver or
relinquishment for the future of any such provisions, covenants or conditions,
(ii) the acceptance of performance of anything required by this Agreement to
be
performed with knowledge of the breach or failure of a covenant, condition
or
provision hereof shall not be deemed a waiver of such breach or failure, and
(iii) no waiver by any party of one breach by another party shall be construed
as a waiver of any other or subsequent breach of this Agreement.
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K.
Counterparts.
This
Agreement may be executed simultaneously in one or more counterparts, each
of
which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute
one and the same instrument.
L.
Modifications. This
Agreement may not be changed, modified, extended, terminated or discharged
orally, but only by an agreement in writing, which is signed by all of the
parties to this Agreement.
M.
Exhibits.
All
Exhibits annexed or attached to this Agreement are incorporated into this
Agreement by reference thereto and constitute an integral part of this
Agreement.
N.
Survival.
All of
the provisions and obligations of this Agreement shall survive the termination
of this Agreement.
O.
Severability.
The
provisions of this Agreement shall be deemed separable. Therefore, if any part
of this Agreement is rendered void, invalid or unenforceable, such rendering
shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remainder of this
Agreement; provided that if the part or parts which are void, invalid or
unenforceable as aforesaid shall substantially impair the value of the whole
Agreement to either party, that party may cancel, and terminate the Agreement
by
giving written notice to the other party.
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WITNESS WHEREOF,
the
parties to this Agreement have set their hands and seals or caused these
presents to be signed of the day and year first above written.
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List
of
Exhibits
Exhibit
A:
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Patents
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Exhibit
B:
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Description
of the Products
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Exhibit
C:
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Territory
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Exhibit
D:
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Trademark
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Exhibit
E:
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Form
of Subdistributor Agreement
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Exhibit
F:
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Liens
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Exhibit
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Exhibit H: | Form of Letter Agreement to be Executed Pursuant to Article “21” of the Agreement |
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EXHIBIT
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PATENTS
UNITED
STATES:
Issued
October 24, 2000-Patent #6,135,968, expires 2018 (for ProstAlert sensor
device)
U.S.
PATENT APPLICATIONS
None.
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EXHIBIT
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DESCRIPTION
OF THE PRODUCTS
DESCRIPTION
OF PROSTATE DEVICE
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DESCRIPTION
OF STROKE DEVICE
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EXHIBIT
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TERRITORY:
EXCLUDED COUNTRIES
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EXHIBIT
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TRADEMARK
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EXHIBIT
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FORM
OF
SUBDISTRIBUTOR AGREEMENT
__________,
200__
Dear
Sir
or Madam:
____________________,
a Delaware limited liability company (the “Distributor”) is the Distributor
pursuant to a Distribution Agreement dated as of the ___ day of _________,
____,
by and between Scantek Medical, Inc. (the “Manufacturer”) and the Distributor
(the “Distribution Agreement”); a copy of the Distribution Agreement is annexed
hereto as Exhibit "A".
The
parties have agreed to the following terms and conditions:
1. The
Subdistributor shall comply with all of the terms and conditions of the
Distribution Agreement, or as it may be amended in the future, which are
applicable to the Distributor and which are incorporated in this Subdistribution
Agreement (this “Subdistribution Agreement”) by reference as if fully set forth
herein.
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2. All
of
the capitalized terms used herein which are not defined herein shall have the
meaning set forth in the Distribution Agreement.
3. Pursuant
to this Subdistribution Agreement, the Distributor agrees to grant to
_______________ (the “Subdistributor”) an exclusive right to distribute and sell
the Product within the following region: ________________ for a period which
shall commence on ________________ and which shall continue until ___________,
____ (the "Term"), unless otherwise terminated pursuant to Article “8” of this
Subdistribution Agreement.
4. The
Subdistributor agrees to pay the following price (the “Price”) with respect to
each unit of the Product purchased by the Subdistributor:
[Pricing
information to be inserted]
The
Subdistributor shall pay to the Manufacturer the price set forth in the
Distribution Agreement for each unit of the Product.
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The
Subdistributor shall pay to the Distributor _________________________
($___________) dollars (this is the difference between the Price and the price
paid by the Subdistributor to the Manufacturer for units of the
Product).
5. The
Subdistributor shall purchase the Products solely from the Manufacturer.
6. The
Distributor represents, warrants, and covenants to the Subdistributor that
the
representations, warranties and covenants given by the Distributor in the
Distribution Agreement are true and accurate and shall be binding upon the
Distributor as if they had been given directly to the
Subdistributor.
7. The
Subdistributor represents, warrants and covenants to the Distributor
that:
A. The
Subdistributor is a ___________ with all of the requisite power and authority
to
carry on its businesses as presently conducted in all jurisdictions where
presently conducted.
B. The
Subdistributor has the full right, power and legal capacity to enter into this
Subdistribution Agreement and to consummate the transactions contemplated
hereby. The execution and delivery of this Subdistribution Agreement by the
Subdistributor and the consummation by it of the transactions contemplated
hereby have been duly approved and authorized by all necessary action of the
Subdistributor’s ___________________, and no further authorization shall be
necessary on the part of the Subdistributor for the performance and consummation
by the Subdistributor of the transactions contemplated hereby. A copy of the
minutes of said action by the Subdistributor’s ____________ is annexed hereto as
Exhibit "B". The execution, delivery and performance of this Subdistribution
Agreement in accordance with its terms does not and shall not require approval,
consent or authorization of any governmental agency or authority or any
political subdivision thereof.
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C. The
business and operations of the Subdistributor have been and are being conducted
in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations of all
authorities which affect the Subdistributor or its properties, assets,
businesses or prospects. The performance of this Subdistribution Agreement
shall
not result in any breach of, or constitute a default under, or result in the
imposition of any lien or encumbrance upon any property of the Subdistributor
or
cause an acceleration under any arrangement, agreement or other instrument
to
which the Subdistributor is a party or by which any of its assets are bound.
The
Subdistributor has performed all of its obligations which are required to be
performed by it pursuant to the terms of any such agreement contract, or
commitment.
D. The
Subdistributor has the distributing capacity and the financial resources to
meet
the Subdistributor’s obligations pursuant to this Subdistribution Agreement on a
timely basis.
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E. There
are
no legal, administrative, arbitration, or other proceeding or governmental
investigations adversely affecting the Subdistributor or its properties, assets
or businesses, or with respect to any matter arising out of the conduct of
the
Subdistributor’s business pending or to its knowledge threatened, by or against,
any officer or director of the Subdistributor in connection with its affairs,
whether or not covered by insurance. Neither the Subdistributor nor its officers
or directors are subject to any order, writ, injunction, or decree of any court,
department, agency, or instrumentality, affecting the
Subdistributor.
F. No
approval of any third party including, but not limited to, any governmental
authority is required in connection with the consummation of the transactions
set forth in this Subdistribution Agreement.
G. The
covenants, representations and warranties made by the Subdistributor in or
in
connection with this Subdistribution Agreement shall survive the execution
and
delivery of this Subdistribution
Agreement
and shall
continue in full force and effect during
the Term and for two (2) years after the expiration of the Term, it being agreed
and understood that each of such covenants, representations and warranties
is of
the essence of this Subdistribution
Agreement
and the same shall be binding upon the Subdistributor and inure to the
Distributor, its successors and assigns.
H. The
Subdistributor has no knowledge that any covenant, representation or warranty
of
the Subdistributor which is contained in this Subdistribution Agreement or
in a
writing furnished or to be furnished pursuant to this Subdistribution Agreement
contains or shall contain any untrue statement of a material fact, omits or
shall omit to state any material fact which is required to make the statements
which are contained herein or therein, not misleading.
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I. If,
during the Term, any event occurs or any event known to the Subdistributor
relating to or affecting the Subdistributor shall occur as a result of which
(i)
any provision of this Article “7” of this Subdistribution Agreement at that time
shall include an untrue statement of a fact, or (ii) this Article “7” of this
Subdistribution Agreement shall omit to state any fact necessary to make the
statements herein, in light of the circumstances under which they were made,
not
misleading, the Subdistributor shall immediately notify the Distributor pursuant
to Paragraph “C” of Article “12” of this Subdistribution Agreement.
J. It
shall
not be a defense to a suit for damages for any misrepresentation or breach
of a
covenant, representation or warranty that the Distributor knew or had reason
to
know that any covenant, representation or warranty in this Subdistribution
Agreement contained untrue statements.
8. Termination.
A. Anything
in this Subdistribution Agreement notwithstanding the Distributor shall have
the
right to terminate this Subdistribution Agreement immediately if the
Subdistributor shall at any time default in the performance of any of its
obligations under, or otherwise commit any breach of, this Subdistribution
Agreement unless within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of written notice
of such default in accordance with Paragraph "C" of Article "12" of this
Subdistribution Agreement the Subdistributor cures such default or, if there
is
a default which cannot, with due diligence, be cured within ten (10) calendar
days, the Subdistributor institutes within ten (10) calendar days steps
reasonably necessary to remedy the default and thereafter diligently prosecutes
same to disposition. The Distributor’s right to terminate this Subdistribution
Agreement pursuant to this Article "8" of this Subdistribution Agreement or
otherwise shall be in addition to and not exclusive of any other right or remedy
that may exist at law, equity or otherwise, that the Distributor may possess
pursuant to this Subdistribution Agreement, all of which rights and remedies
shall survive such termination. The Distributor shall be required to provide
the
Subdistributor with written notice of default on no more than three (3)
occasions during the Term. After such three (3) occasions, the Distributor
shall
no longer be required to give notice to the Subdistributor and the Distributor
shall have the right to immediately terminate this Subdistribution Agreement
if
the Subdistributor shall fail to perform any of its obligations pursuant to,
or
otherwise commit any breach of, this Subdistribution Agreement.
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B. Notwithstanding
the provisions of Paragraph “A” of this Article “8” of this Subdistribution
Agreement, the Distributor shall have the right to terminate this
Subdistribution Agreement without prior notice to the Subdistributor
if:
i. The
Subdistributor fails to make any payments when due;
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ii. Any
representation or warranty of the Subdistributor contained in this
Subdistribution Agreement is untrue when made;
iii. The
Subdistributor admits in writing its inability to pay its debts as they
mature;
iv. The
Subdistributor files a petition in bankruptcy;
v. The
Subdistributor makes an assignment for the benefit of its
creditors;
vi. The
Subdistributor consents to the appointment of, or possession by, a custodian
for
itself or for all or substantially all of its property;
vii. A
petition in bankruptcy is filed with the consent of the
Subdistributor;
viii. The
Subdistributor fails to have a petition in bankruptcy which was filed without
its consent dismissed within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date upon
which such petition was filed;
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ix. Notwithstanding
the one hundred twenty (120) day in Subparagraph “viii” of this Paragraph “B” of
this Article “8” of this Subdistribution Agreement, the Subdistributor is
adjudicated bankrupt on a petition in bankruptcy filed against it;
x. A
court
of competent jurisdiction enters a final non-appealable order, judgment or
decree appointing, without the consent of the Subdistributor, of a receiver,
trustee or custodian for the Subdistributor or for all or substantially all
of
the property or assets of the Subdistributor;
xi. A
proceeding is commenced to foreclose the security interest in, or lien on,
any
property or assets to satisfy the security interest or lien therein of any
creditor of the Subdistributor;
xii. A
court
of competent jurisdiction enters a final judgment for the payment of money
against the Subdistributor, which judgment the Subdistributor shall not
discharge (or provide for such discharge) in accordance with its terms within
one hundred twenty (120) days of the date of entry thereof, or procure a stay
of
execution thereof within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of entry
thereof and, within such one hundred twenty (120) day period, or such longer
period during which execution of such judgment shall have been stayed, appeal
therefrom and cause the execution thereof to be stayed during such appeal;
or
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xiii. There
is
an imposition of any attachment or levy, or an issuance of any note of eviction
against the assets or properties of the Subdistributor.
C. If
upon
termination pursuant to this Article “8” of this Subdistribution Agreement, the
Subdistributor still has in its possession or control any units of the Product,
the Subdistributor shall, at its sole expense, arrange to ship any such units
of
the Product to the Distributor. The units of the Product shall be shipped to
the
Distributor F.O.B. Destination which means that the Subdistributor shall retain
title to the Product and be responsible for the risk of loss, customs clearing,
transportation, the cost of shipment and insurance of the Product and all other
costs until the Distributor has received the shipment at its principal place
of
business (the “Point of Destination”). The Subdistributor acknowledges that it
is responsible for the risk of loss, customs clearing, transportation, the
cost
of shipment and insurance of the Product and all other costs until the
Distributor has received the shipment at the Point of Destination. The
Subdistributor further acknowledges that title to all the Product shall remain
with it upon shipping F.O.B. Destination until the Product is received at the
Point of Destination by the Distributor.
D. This
Subdistribution Agreement is subject to and subordinated to the Distribution
Agreement. If the Distribution Agreement is terminated, the Subdistributor
shall, at the option of the Manufacturer, continue to distribute the Product
and
shall, promptly, upon the Manufacturer’s request, execute and deliver all
instruments which are necessary and appropriate to continue as a distributor.
The Subdistributor hereby waives all rights under any present or future law
to
elect, solely by reason of the termination of the Distribution Agreement, to
terminate this Subdistribution Agreement.
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9. The
termination of this Subdistribution Agreement for any reason shall not release
the Subdistributor or the Distributor from any liability, obligation or
agreement that, pursuant to any provision of this Subdistribution Agreement,
is
intended to survive or be performed after the termination of this
Subdistribution Agreement.
10. Indemnification.
A. Indemnification
by the Distributor.
In
order to induce the Subdistributor to enter into and perform this
Subdistribution Agreement, the Distributor does hereby indemnify, protect,
defend and save and hold harmless the Subdistributor and each of its
shareholders, affiliates, officers, directors, control persons, employees,
attorneys, agents, partners and trustees and personal representatives of any
of
the foregoing ("Indemnified Parties"), from and against any loss resulting
to
any of them from any material loss, liability, cost, damage, or expense which
the Indemnified Parties may suffer, sustain or incur arising out of or due
to a
breach by the Distributor of the representations, warranties and covenants
set
forth in Article “6” of this Subdistribution Agreement or in any of the
documents delivered pursuant hereto, or of a breach by the Distributor of any
of
its obligations pursuant to this Subdistribution Agreement or in any of the
documents delivered pursuant hereto.
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B. Indemnification
by the Subdistributor.
In
order to induce the Distributor to enter into and perform this Subdistribution
Agreement, the Subdistributor does hereby indemnify, protect, defend and save
and hold harmless the Distributor and each of its members, affiliates, officers,
managers, control persons, employees, attorneys, agents, partners and trustees
and personal representatives of any of the foregoing ("Indemnified Parties"),
from and against any loss resulting to any of them from any material loss,
liability, cost, damage, or expense which the Indemnified Parties may suffer,
sustain or incur arising out of or due to a breach by the Subdistributor of
the
representations, warranties and covenants set forth in Article “7” of this
Subdistribution Agreement or in any of the documents delivered pursuant hereto,
or of a breach by the Subdistributor of any of its obligations pursuant to
this
Subdistribution Agreement or in any of the documents delivered pursuant
hereto.
C. Reasonable
Costs, Etc.
The
indemnification, which is set forth in this Article “10” of this Subdistribution
Agreement shall be deemed to include not only the specific liabilities or
obligation with respect to which such indemnity is provided, but also all
counsel fees, reasonable costs, expenses and expenses of settlement relating
thereto, whether or not any such liability or obligation shall have been reduced
to judgment.
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D. Third
Party Claims.
If any
demand, claim, action or cause of action, suit, proceeding or investigation
(collectively, the “Claim”) is brought against an Indemnified Party for which
the Indemnified Party intends to seek indemnity from the other party hereto
(the
"Indemnifying Party"), then the Indemnified Party within twenty-one (21) days
after such Indemnified Party's receipt of the Claim, shall notify the
Indemnifying Party pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “12” of this
Subdistribution Agreement which notice shall contain a reasonably thorough
description of the nature and amount of the Claim (the "Claim Notice"). The
Indemnifying Party shall have the option to undertake, conduct and control
the
defense of such claim or demand. Such option to undertake, conduct and control
the defense of such claim or demand shall be exercised by notifying the
Indemnified Party within ten (10) days after receipt of the Claim Notice
pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “12” of this Subdistribution Agreement
(such notice to control the defense is hereinafter referred to as the “Defense
Notice”). The failure of the Indemnified Party to notify the Indemnifying Party
of the Claim shall not relieve the Indemnifying Party from any liability which
the Indemnifying Party may have pursuant to this Article “10” of this
Subdistribution Agreement except to the extent that such failure to notify
the
Indemnifying Party prejudices the Indemnifying Party. The Indemnified Party
shall use all reasonable efforts to assist the Indemnifying Party in the
vigorous defense of the Claim. All costs and expenses incurred by the
Indemnified Party in defending the Claim shall be paid by the Indemnifying
Party. If, however, the Indemnified Party desires to participate in any such
defense or settlement, it may do so at its sole cost and expense (it being
understood that the Indemnifying Party shall be entitled to control the
defense). The Indemnified Party shall not settle the Claim. If the Indemnifying
Party does not elect to control the defense of the Claim, within the aforesaid
ten (10) day period by proper notice pursuant to Paragraph “C” of Article “12”
of this Subdistribution Agreement, then the Indemnified Party shall be entitled
to undertake, conduct and control the defense of the Claim (a failure by the
Indemnifying Party to send the Defense Notice to the Indemnified Party within
the aforesaid ten (10) day period by proper notice pursuant to Paragraph “C” of
Article “12” of this Subdistribution Agreement shall be deemed to be an election
by the Indemnifying Party not to control the defense of the Claim); provided,
however, that the Indemnifying Party shall be entitled, if it so desires, to
participate therein (it being understood that in such circumstances, the
Indemnified Party shall be entitled to control the defense). Regardless of
which
party has undertaken to defend any claim, the Indemnifying Party may, without
the prior written consent of the Indemnified Party, settle, compromise or offer
to settle or compromise any such claim or demand; provided however, that if
any
settlement would result in the imposition of a consent order, injunction or
decree which would restrict the future activity or conduct of the Indemnified
Party, the consent of the Indemnified Party shall be a condition to any such
settlement. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this Article “10” of
this Subdistribution Agreement, as a condition to the Indemnifying Party either
having the right to defend the Claim, or having control over settlement as
indicated in this Article “10” of this Subdistribution Agreement, the
Indemnifying Party shall execute an agreement, in the form annexed hereto and
made a part hereof as Exhibit “C”, acknowledging its liability for
indemnification pursuant to this Article “10” of this Subdistribution Agreement.
Whether the Indemnifying Party shall control and assume the defense of the
Claim
or only participate in the defense or settlement of the Claim, the Indemnified
Party shall give the Indemnifying Party and its counsel access, during normal
business hours, to all relevant business records and other documents, and shall
permit them to consult with its employees and counsel.
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11. In
the
event of any breach by the Subdistributor of the provisions of this
Subdistribution Agreement, the Subdistributor acknowledges that the Distributor
will not have an adequate remedy at law and that the Distributor will be
entitled to institute and prosecute proceedings in an appropriate court of
competent jurisdiction and to obtain an injunction restraining the
Subdistributor from violating the provisions of this Subdistribution Agreement
without posting a bond or other security.
12. Miscellaneous.
A. Headings.
Headings contained in this Subdistribution Agreement are for reference purposes
only and shall not affect in any way the meaning or interpretation of this
Subdistribution Agreement.
B. Enforceability.
If any
provision which is contained in this Subdistribution Agreement or the
Distribution Agreement should, for any reason, be held to be invalid or
unenforceable in any respect under the laws of any jurisdiction, such invalidity
or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision of this Subdistribution
Agreement and this Subdistribution Agreement shall be construed as if such
invalid or unenforceable provision had not been contained herein.
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C. Notices.
Any
notice or other communication required or permitted hereunder shall be
sufficiently given if sent by (i) mail by (a) certified mail, postage prepaid,
return receipt requested and (b) first class mail, postage prepaid (ii)
overnight delivery with confirmation of delivery or (iii) facsimile transmission
with an original mailed by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as
follows:
To
the Distributor:
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the Manufacturer:
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the Subdistributor:
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or
in
each case to such other address and facsimile number as shall have last been
furnished by like notice. If all of the methods of notice set forth in this
Paragraph “C” of this Article “12” of this Subdistribution Agreement are
impossible for any reason, notice shall be in writing and personally delivered
to the aforesaid addresses. Each notice or communication shall be deemed to
have
been given as of the date so mailed or delivered as the case may be; provided,
however, that any notice sent by facsimile shall be deemed to have been given
as
of the date so sent if a copy thereof is also mailed by first class mail on
the
date sent by facsimile. If the date of mailing is not the same as the date
of
sending by facsimile, then the date of mailing by first class mail shall be
deemed to be the date upon which notice is given; provided further, however,
that any notice sent by overnight delivery shall be deemed to have been given
as
of the date of delivery.
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D. Governing
Law; Disputes.
This
Subdistribution Agreement shall in accordance with Section 5-1401 of the General
Obligations Law of New York in all respects be construed, governed, applied
and
enforced under the internal laws of the State of New York without giving effect
to the principles of conflicts of laws and be deemed to be an agreement entered
into in the State of New York and made pursuant to the laws of the State of
New
York. Except as otherwise set forth in Article “11” of this Subdistribution
Agreement, the parties agree that they shall be deemed to have agreed to binding
arbitration with respect to the entire subject matter of any and all disputes
relating to or arising under this Subdistribution Agreement including, but
not
limited to, the specific matters or disputes as to which arbitration has been
expressly provided for by other provisions of this Subdistribution Agreement
and
that any such arbitration shall be commenced exclusively in New York, New York.
Any such arbitration shall be by a panel of three arbitrators and pursuant
to
the commercial rules then existing of the American Arbitration Association
in
the State of New York, County of New York. In all arbitrations, judgment upon
the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction. The
parties specifically designate the courts in the City of New York, State of
New
York as properly having jurisdiction for any proceeding to confirm and enter
judgment upon any such arbitration award. The parties hereby consent to and
submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of New York
in
any action or proceeding and submit to personal jurisdiction over each of them
by such courts. The parties hereby waive personal service of any and all process
and specifically consent that in any such action or proceeding brought in the
courts of the State of New York, any service of process may be effectuated
upon
any of them by certified mail, return receipt requested, in accordance with
Paragraph “C” of this Article “12” of this Subdistribution Agreement. Nothing
contained herein shall be deemed to limit in any way any right to serve process
in any manner permitted by law.
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The
parties agree, further, that the prevailing party in any such arbitration as
determined by the arbitrators shall be entitled to such costs and attorney's
fees, if any, in connection with such arbitration as may be awarded by the
arbitrators. In connection with the arbitrators’ determination for the purpose
of which party, if any, is the prevailing party, they shall take into account
all of the factors and circumstances including, without limitation, the relief
sought, and by whom, and the relief, if any, awarded, and to whom. In addition,
and notwithstanding the foregoing sentence, a party shall not be deemed to
be
the prevailing party in a claim seeking monetary damages, unless the amount
of
the arbitration award exceeds the amount offered in a legally binding writing
by
the other party by fifteen (15%) percent or more. For example, if the party
initiating arbitration (“A”) seeks an award of one hundred thousand ($100,000)
dollars plus costs and expenses, the other party (“B”) has offered A fifty
thousand ($50,000) dollars in a legally binding written offer prior to the
commencement of the arbitration proceeding, and the arbitration panel awards
any
amount less than fifty-seven thousand five hundred ($57,500) dollars to A,
the
panel should determine that B has “prevailed”.
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The
arbitration panel shall have no power to award non-monetary or equitable relief
of any sort. It shall also have no power to award (i) damages inconsistent
with
any applicable agreement between the parties or (ii) punitive damages or any
other damages not measured by the prevailing party’s actual damages; and the
parties expressly waive their right to obtain such damages in arbitration or
in
any other forum. In no event, even if any other portion of these provisions
is
held invalid or unenforceable, shall the arbitration panel have power to make
an
award or impose a remedy which could not be made or imposed by a court deciding
the matter in the same jurisdiction.
Discovery
shall be permitted in connection with the arbitration only to the extent, if
any, expressly authorized by the arbitration panel upon a showing of substantial
need by the party seeking discovery.
All
aspects of the arbitration shall be treated as confidential. The parties and
the
arbitration panel may disclose the existence, content or results of the
arbitration only as provided in the rules of the American Arbitration
Association in New York, New York. Before making any such disclosure, a party
shall give written notice to all other parties and shall afford such parties
a
reasonable opportunity to protect their interest.
E. No
Assignment by the Subdistributor.
The
rights granted pursuant to this Subdistribution Agreement shall not be
transferable by the Subdistributor, without the Distributor's prior written
consent. For purposes of this Paragraph “E” of this Article "12" of this
Subdistribution Agreement, any transfer of a controlling interest in the
Subdistributor shall be deemed to be a transfer by the Subdistributor and if
such transfer of a controlling interest has been made without the Distributor's
prior written consent, the Distributor may in its sole and absolute discretion
terminate by written notice pursuant to Paragraph "C" of this Article "12"
of
this Subdistribution Agreement.
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F. Assignment
by the Distributor.
This
Subdistribution Agreement shall be transferable by the Distributor provided
that
such transferee is the Distributor pursuant to a transfer of the Distribution
Agreement.
G. Construction.
Each of
the parties hereto hereby further acknowledges and agrees that (i) each has
been
advised by counsel during the course of negotiations and (ii) each counsel
has
had significant input in the development of this Subdistribution Agreement
and
(iii) this Subdistribution Agreement shall not, therefore, be construed more
strictly against any party responsible for its drafting regardless of any
presumption or rule requiring construction against the party whose attorney
drafted this Subdistribution Agreement.
H. Entire
Agreement.
This
Subdistribution Agreement and all documents and instruments referred to herein
(i) constitute the entire agreement and supersedes all prior agreements and
understandings, both written and oral, among the parties with respect to the
subject matter hereof and thereof, and (ii) are not intended to confer upon
any
person other than the parties hereto any rights or remedies hereunder. Each
party hereto agrees that, except for the representations and warranties
contained in this Subdistribution Agreement, the Distributor does not makes
any
other representations or warranties, and hereby disclaims any other
representations and warranties made by itself or any of its officers, directors,
managers, employees, agents, financial and legal advisors or other
representatives, with respect to the execution and delivery of this
Subdistribution Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby,
notwithstanding the delivery or disclosure to the other or the other's
representatives of any documentation or other information with respect to any
one or more of the foregoing.
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I. Further
Assurances.
The
parties agree to execute any and all such other further instruments and
documents, and to take any and all such further actions which are reasonably
required to effectuate this Subdistribution Agreement and the intents and
purposes hereof.
J. Binding
Agreement.
This
Subdistribution Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of
the
parties hereto and their heirs, executors, administrators, personal
representatives, successors and assigns.
K. Non-Waiver.
Except
as
otherwise expressly provided herein, no waiver of any covenant, condition,
or
provision of this Subdistribution Agreement shall be deemed to have been made
unless expressly in writing and signed by the party against whom such waiver
is
charged; and (i) the failure of any party to insist in any one or more cases
upon the performance of any of the provisions, covenants or conditions of this
Subdistribution Agreement or to exercise any option herein contained shall
not
be construed as a waiver or relinquishment for the future of any such
provisions, covenants or conditions, (ii) the acceptance of performance of
anything required by this Subdistribution Agreement to be performed with
knowledge of the breach or failure of a covenant, condition or provision hereof
shall not be deemed a waiver of such breach or failure, and (iii) no waiver
by
any party of one breach by another party shall be construed as a waiver of
any
other or subsequent breach.
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L. Counterparts.
This
Subdistribution Agreement may be executed simultaneously in one or more
counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which
together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
M. Facsimile
Signatures.
Any
signature which is delivered via facsimile shall be deemed to be an original
and
have the same force and effect as if such facsimile signature were the original
thereof.
N. Modifications.
This
Subdistribution Agreement may not be changed, modified, extended, terminated
or
discharged orally, except by a written agreement specifically referring to
this
Subdistribution Agreement which is signed by all of the parties to this
Subdistribution Agreement.
O. Exhibits.
All
Exhibits annexed or attached to this Subdistribution Agreement are incorporated
into this Subdistribution Agreement by reference thereto and constitute an
integral part of this Subdistribution Agreement.
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P. Survival.
All of
the provisions and obligations of this Subdistribution Agreement shall survive
the termination of this Subdistribution Agreement.
Q. Severability.
The
provisions of this Subdistribution Agreement shall be deemed separable.
Therefore, if any part of this Subdistribution Agreement is rendered void,
invalid or unenforceable, such rendering shall not affect the validity or
enforceability of the remainder of this Subdistribution Agreement; provided
that
if the part or parts which are void, invalid or unenforceable as aforesaid
shall
substantially impair the value of the whole Subdistribution Agreement to either
party, that party may cancel, and terminate this Subdistribution Agreement
by
giving written notice to the other party.
If
the
above reflects our agreement, please sign where indicated below.
Sincerely,
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Xxxxxx, President
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EXHIBIT
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LIENS
1.
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Two
UCC-1s filed by Xxx Xxxxxxx;
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2.
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Two
UCC-1s filed by Canal Jeans Co.;
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3.
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Two
UCC-1s filed by Xxxxxx Xxxxxxx; and
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4.
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UCC-1
filed by Trinity Xxx.
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LITIGATION
1. Xxxxx
X.
Xxxxxx, Xxxxxx X. Xxxxx, PLLC and Xxxxxx X. Xxxxx, individually v. Scantek
Medical, Inc. and Xx. Xxxxxxxx X. Xxxx, Case No. 04-3978 in the United States
District Court for the District of New Jersey. Xx. Xxxxxx is seeking (A) the
distribution rights with respect to the Product in the United States and Mexico
and (B) approximately $286,003 in loans made to the Manufacturer and/or
approximately 6,650,000 shares of common stock, par value $.001 of the
Manufacturer (“Common Stock”). Xxxxxx X, Greco, PLLC and Xxxxxx X. Xxxxx are
seeking $10,000 and 25,000 shares of Common Stock for legal fees and the costs
and expenses of collection.
The
Manufacturer, prior to the service of the lawsuit, had paid $105,000 plus
interest to Xx. Xxxxxx with respect to one of the loans and issued to him
1,650,000 shares of the 6,650,000 shares of Common Stock Xx. Xxxxxx is seeking.
The Manufacturer believes that (A) there is virtually no basis for Xx. Xxxxxx’x
claim to the remaining 5,000,000 shares of Common Stock, and (B) while Xx.
Xxxxxx is entitled to approximately $105,000 in repayment of one loan, Xx.
Xxxxxx does not have a valid cause of action with respect to any of his other
claims.
On
October 15, 2004, the Manufacturer filed a Motion to Dismiss based upon
insufficiency of service of process and failure to state a claim for which
relief could be granted, for numerous reasons, including, but not limited to,
(A) the Manufacturer had repaid the only loan evidenced by a promissory note
made pursuant to the terms of the Letter of Intent and (B) the Manufacturer
had
issued 1,650,000 shares to Xx. Xxxxxx. Accordingly, the repayment of the
$105,000 loan makes the claim for the balance of the shares claimed by Xxxxxx
moot because those shares were being held in escrow to secure repayment of
the
$105,000 loan, and the issuance of the 1,650,000 shares makes the claim for
the
$33,000 loan moot. Xx. Xxxxxx and Xx. Xxxxx requested that the Manufacturer
allow them to (A) withdraw the action in New Jersey and (B) commence the action
in New York. In view of the time and money spent thus far defending the case
in
New Jersey, the Manufacturer was not willing to allow Xx. Xxxxxx and Xx. Xxxxx
to withdraw the case in New Jersey. The Manufacturer determined to concede
jurisdiction over it in New Jersey, and informed the Court of its decision.
On
August 8, 2005, the Court issued a decision with respect to the remainder of
the
Manufacturer’s Motion to Dismiss. The Court dismissed many of Xx. Xxxxxx’x
claims against the Manufacturer and dismissed the Complaint in its entirety
with
respect to Xx. Xxxx for lack of jurisdiction. The Manufacturer intends to
vigorously defend against the remaining claims.
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On
August
22, 2005, Xx. Xxxxxx commenced an action in the Supreme Court of the State
of
New York against Xx. Xxxx, the Manufacturer’s counsel, Xxxxx & Xxxxxx, P.C.,
the two named partners of Xxxxx & Xxxxxx, P.C. and certain individuals and
entities with which the Manufacturer is engaged in business. Xx. Xxxxxx is
seeking the following damages which he allegedly incurred: (1) compensatory
damages in excess of $10,000,000, (2) punitive damages in excess of $5,000,000
and (3) 3,000,000 shares of Common Stock. Xx. Xxxx and Xxxxx & Xxxxxx, P.C.
and its named partners intend to vigorously defend against these claims for
which the Manufacturer is potentially liable pursuant to its indemnification
of
Xx. Xxxx and counsel. The Manufacturer believes that Xxxxxx’x claims in the New
York litigations against Xx. Xxxx, Xxxxx & Xxxxxx, P.C. and the partners of
Xxxxx & Xxxxxx, P.C. have no merit.
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2. Carriage
House Capital, on May 13, 2004, docketed with the Superior Court of New Jersey
a
judgment against the Manufacturer entered on July 17, 2001 in the Superior
Court
for the State of Arizona in the amount of $10,000 plus interest from November
20, 2000 plus attorneys’ fees and costs in the amount of $6,401.50. The Arizona
judgment also provides for the issuance of 5,000 shares of Common Stock for
every week commencing November 20, 2000 in which the judgment remains
unsatisfied, which was later postponed to December 10, 2000 pursuant to an
agreement between the Manufacturer and Carriage House Capital. On July 14,
2004,
Carriage House Capital filed a motion to compel delivery of the stock and
payment of attorneys’ fees and costs. As of September 16, 2005, the Manufacturer
owed Carriage House 570,000 shares of Common Stock. The manufacturer intends
to
pay the $10,000 plus interest to Carriage House Capital, and to negotiate with
Carriage House Capital to reduce the number of shares of Common Stock to be
issued to Carriage House Capital.
3. Judgment
entered on October 12, 2000 in favor of Tapecon Inc. in the amount of $14,563.82
with costs in an amount of $230.56. On December 8, 2000, Tapecon received
$8,176.81 towards the payment of the judgment.
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4. Stursberg
& Xxxxx and Xxxxxxxxxx & McGerity seek to recover fees in the aggregate
amount of $70,358.49 for legal services allegedly performed from 1997 through
1999. Opposing counsel tried to have the case put on the calendar for trial
and
the Manufacturer opposed said action on the basis of incomplete discovery.
On
September 30, 2004, the Court ordered the case to be remanded and reassigned
to
a non-commercial part. The parties have recently reached an oral agreement
with
respect to the payment of the $70,358.49 sought by Xxxxxxxxx & Xxxxx and
Xxxxxxxxxx & McGerity. Commencing on January 15, 2005, the Manufacturer
shall pay $5,000 to Stursberg & Xxxxx and Xxxxxxxxxx & McGerity and on
the fifteenth of each month thereafter, the Manufacturer shall pay Stursberg
& Xxxxx and Xxxxxxxxxx & McGerity $10,000 until the fees have been paid
in full. The Manufacturer has made the $5,000 payment due on January 15, 2005
and the $10,000 payments due through June 15, 2005. Accordingly, the
Manufacturer has paid approximately 78% of the money owed to Stursberg &
Xxxxx and Xxxxxxxxxx & McGerity and the amount currently owed is
$15,358.49.
After
making the May 15, 2005 payment, the Manufacturer requested an extension of
thirty (30) days with respect to the June 15, 2005 payment and subsequent
payments. The Manufacturer had been orally advised by Xxx Xxxxxxxxxx of
Xxxxxxxxx & Xxxxx and Xxxxxxxxxx & McGerity that the extension would be
granted. However, the Manufacturer was unable to make the next payment on July
15, 2005, and on July 19, 2005, Xxxxxxxxx & Xxxxx and Xxxxxxxxxx &
XxXxxxxx sent it a notice of default with respect to the June 15, 2005 and
July
15, 2005 payments. Although the Manufacturer made the payment due on June 15,
2005 on August 18, 2005, it has not made the remaining payments which were
due
on July 15, 2005 and August 15, 2005. Xxxxxxxxx & Xxxxx and Xxxxxxxxxx &
McGerity may enter a judgment with the Clerk of the Court for $70,358.49, less
the payments of $55,000 previously made, plus compounded interest at the rate
of
8% per annum from March 15, 1999.
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EXHIBIT
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FORM
OF
LETTER AGREEMENT TO BE
EXECUTED
PURSUANT TO ARTICLE “21”
OF
THE
AGREEMENT
From:
The
Indemnifying Party
(Name
and
Address)
To:
The
Indemnified Party
(Name
and
Address)
Date:
Gentlemen/Ladies:
This
shall confirm and acknowledge that pursuant to Article “21” of the Exclusive
Distribution Agreement (the “Agreement”) dated as of the 9th
day of
January, 2007, by and among Scantek Medical, Inc. and ____________________,
the
undersigned acknowledges its liability for indemnification to you with respect
to _________________ (description of claim) (the “Claim”), and shall not take
the position that it is not liable to you with respect to the Claim. Such
obligation is subject to all of the provisions, terms and conditions of the
Agreement.
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Very
truly yours,
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Signature)
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On
the
____ day of __________, ____ before me personally came __________ to me known,
who, being by me duly sworn, did depose and say that that he or she is the
____________ of __________________________, the ___________ described in and
which executed the foregoing instrument; that he or she knows the seal of said
_________________; that the seal affixed to said instrument is such _________
seal; that it was so affixed by order of the board of _________ of said
_______________, and that he or she signed his or her name thereto by like
order.
Notary
Public
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