This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how The Law Office of John P. Sherman ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares data obtained through your use of our website and online services (collectively, the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the practices outlined in this Policy. Please check this Policy periodically for updates, which will be indicated by the "Last Modified" date above.
Table of Contents
Collection of Data
Use of Collected Data
Sharing of Collected Data
Third-Party Websites
Data Security
Children’s Privacy
Your Data Preferences
Contact Us
1. Collection of Data
We may collect both personal and non-personal information from users of our Site:
Personal Information
We may collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us, including:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you contact us for legal services or consultation.
Legal Matter Information: Details about your potential legal case, including incident descriptions, dates, and relevant documentation you choose to share.
Communication Records: Information from emails, contact forms, phone calls, and other communications with our office.
Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal information, such as:
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including your IP address, browser type, device information, referring pages, and pages visited.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track your usage of the Site and improve the user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies, though some features of the Site may not function as intended.
2. Use of Collected Data
We use the collected data for purposes such as:
Personal Information
Responding to your inquiries about legal services.
Evaluating potential legal cases and providing initial consultations.
Communicating with you about your legal matter.
Scheduling appointments and managing client relationships.
Complying with legal and professional obligations.
Non-Personal Information
Enhancing the functionality and security of the Site.
Understanding user behavior to improve the user experience.
Analyzing website traffic and performance.
3. Sharing of Collected Data We maintain strict confidentiality regarding personal information and legal matters. We do not share personal information except:
Personal Information
Attorney-Client Privilege: Information shared with us regarding legal representation is protected by attorney-client privilege and professional confidentiality rules.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process.
Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in providing legal services (such as court reporters, expert witnesses, or IT support), subject to confidentiality agreements.
Non-Personal Information
We may share non-personal data with:
Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers who assist us with analytics or website functionality.
Legal Compliance: As required by law or to protect our legal rights.
4. Third-Party Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including legal resources, court websites, or other professional services. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies and data collection practices, which we do not control. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with those sites.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect both personal and non-personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Our security measures include:
Secure transmission protocols for sensitive communications.
Access controls to limit who can view personal information.
Regular security assessments and updates.
However, no data transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of any data transmitted to or from our Site.
6. Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Our Site and legal services are intended for use by adults who are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, you should have a parent or guardian contact us on your behalf.
7. Your Data Preferences
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access: You may request to know what personal information we have collected about you.
Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate personal information.
Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to our legal and professional obligations.
Communication Preferences: You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time.
Cookies: You can manage cookies and tracking technologies via your browser settings to limit how non-personal data is collected.
Please note that we may be required to retain certain information due to legal and professional obligations, including record retention requirements for law firms.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, you may contact us at:
The Law Office of John P. Sherman 250 Catalonia Ave Suite 606, Coral Gables john@jpshermanlaw.com
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.