Jurisdiction & Governing Law Clause

Last updated: 28 August 2025Effective date: 28 August 2025

1. Governing law

Unless otherwise provided by mandatory consumer protection laws, all agreements, policies, and terms issued by Hazelbit SRL are governed by:

🇷🇴 Romanian Law

As the country of Hazelbit's incorporation and primary business operations.

🇪🇺 Applicable EU Law

Including GDPR and MiCAR regulations that supersede national legislation.

2. Consumer disputes (B2C)

If the User is a consumer within the meaning of EU law:

🏠 Consumer's Home Jurisdiction

Disputes may be brought before the competent courts of the consumer's place of residence within the European Union.

🏛️ Romanian Courts Alternative

Alternatively, the consumer may choose to bring proceedings before the courts of Iași, Romania.

🌐 Online Dispute Resolution

Consumers may also use the EU Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform:

https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/

⚖️ Consumer Protection Priority

EU consumer protection laws take precedence over this clause where they provide greater protection.

3. Corporate disputes (B2B)

If the Client is a business entity:

🏛️ Exclusive Jurisdiction

The courts of Iași, Romania shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all business disputes.

⚖️ Arbitration Option

Arbitration may be considered upon mutual agreement of the Parties for faster resolution of complex commercial disputes.

4. Language of proceedings

🗣️ Official Language

The official language of these Terms and any disputes is English.

🌍 Translations

Translations (Romanian, Russian, etc.) are provided for convenience only.

📜 Precedence

In case of conflict between versions, the English version prevails.

5. Severability

If any part of this clause is held invalid under applicable law, the remainder shall continue in full force and effect. This ensures the enforceability of the remaining provisions.

Legal Framework Summary

👤 For Consumers (B2C)

✅ Choice of jurisdiction (home country or Romania)

✅ EU consumer protection laws apply

✅ ODR platform available

✅ Maximum protection guaranteed

🏢 For Businesses (B2B)

⚖️ Exclusive jurisdiction: Iași, Romania

⚖️ Romanian law applies

⚖️ Arbitration by mutual agreement

⚖️ English language proceedings

6. Contact

Hazelbit SRL – Legal Department

Str. Fântânilor 43, Bl. B14, Ap. B39, Iași, Romania

Email:info@hazelbit.ro