Privacy Policy
Effective date 9.24.2024
At The Law Office of Sam Elder, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or engage with us through other means, including SMS communication.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information:
This includes your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you provide to us through contact forms, consultation requests, or other communications. - SMS Communication Information:
When you opt to communicate with us via SMS, we may collect your phone number and the content of the messages you send. We may also collect information on message delivery and interaction. - Automatically Collected Information:
We may collect certain information automatically when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This data is used to enhance your experience and improve our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our legal services
- To respond to inquiries and consultations
- To communicate with you, including through SMS, regarding case updates, appointments, and reminders
- To comply with legal obligations
- To ensure website security and performance
3. SMS Communications
By providing your phone number, you consent to receive SMS messages from us for purposes such as appointment reminders, updates on your legal matters, and other service-related communications.
- Opting Out:
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any message or contacting us directly. Standard message and data rates may apply.
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following situations:
- With service providers who assist us in running our business and providing services (such as SMS platforms, website hosting, and legal support services)
- To comply with legal obligations, such as responding to a subpoena or court order
- If required to protect our legal rights or prevent harm
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or via SMS is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we have collected about you
- Request that we update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions
- Withdraw consent for us to process your information, including opting out of SMS communications
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
