2008 Legal Expo Exhibit Rules and Regulations
Exhibit Space: Booth size depends on the sponsorship level purchased (Platinum and Speaker Sponsors - 10 x 20, Gold 10 x 15, Silver 10 x 12, Bronze 10 x 10). Exhibits should not exceed a height of 8 feet. Business partners requesting multiple tables must purchase at least one table at the Platinum or Gold level. The booth must be manned during exhibit hours, and representatives manning the booth must be bona fide employees of the business partner. Booth sharing between two companies is not allowed. A company can have their table removed to put a piece of machinery or furniture (copier, desk, etc.) in its place if that piece of machinery or furniture is manufactured or sold by the company and does not exceed the booth dimensions.
Booth Assignment: Booth assignments will be provided upon arrival at the Expo. Booth assignments will not be released prior to the Expo.
Booth Setup: Booth set-up may not begin prior to 12:00 p.m. and must be completed by 3:00 p.m. The Expo begins at 3:30 p.m. Business partners must be in their booths at 3:30 p.m.
Booth Dismantle: Business partners may not dismantle prior to 6:00 p.m. If an exhibitor is found in violation, that exhibitor’s future participation in Legal Expos may be denied.
Non-Endorsement: Participation as a business partner at the 2007 Legal Expo does not constitute an endorsement by the Austin-Central Texas Chapter of ALA.
Refunds: No refunds once payment is received.
Liability: Business partner agrees that it will indemnify, hold and save the Austin-Central Texas Chapter of ALA and Palmer Events Center whole and harmless of, from and against all claims, demands, actions, damages, loss, cost, liabilities, expenses and judgments recovered from or asserted against the Austin-Central Texas Chapter of ALA and its agents and Palmer Events Center on account of injury or damage that may be incident to, arise out of, or be caused either proximately or remotely, wholly or in part, by an act, omission, negligence or misconduct on the part of the business partner or any of its agents, employees, guests, patrons, invitees or any other person entering upon the premises leased with the express or implied invitation or permission of the business partner.
The business partner covenants and agrees that in case the Austin-Central Texas Chapter of ALA and/or Palmer Events Center shall be made a party to any litigation against the business partner, the business partner shall and will pay all costs and expenses including reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs and expenses incurred by or imposed by the Austin Central Texas Chapter of ALA, its agents and the Palmer Events Center by virtue of such litigation. Business partners are required to carry liability insurance.
Security: Every reasonable precaution will be taken to protect property during the Expo. However, neither the Austin Central Texas Chapter of ALA nor the management of the Palmer Events Center is responsible for the safety of the property of business partners from theft, damage by fire, accident, vandalism or other causes.
Food and Beverage: All food and beverage items that a business partner has in the booth MUST receive prior approval from Aramark Corporation/Austin Convention Center. Please review the food and beverage guidelines. A valid health certificate is required for some food items.
Miscellaneous: No helium balloons are allowed in the exhibit hall. Electrical, phone and IT services are available at an additional charge. The Palmer Events Center prohibits anything affixed to their walls (e.g., banners, materials, etc.)
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