This LOI may be executed in one or more counterparts (including electronic counterparts), each of which shall be deemed to be an original document, but all such separate counterparts shall constitute only this LOI. The Parties shall perform their obligations under this LOI as independent contractors and nothing contained in this LOI shall be construed to be inconsistent with such relationship or status. The Parties shall neither amend this LOI, except by mutual written agreement nor assign the rights and/or obligations under this LOI to any third party in any manner without the prior written consent of the other Party.