Last Updated: 17th Dec. 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to PersonalInjuryAttorneysNearMe.org (the “Site”). This Site is a directory and informational resource for individuals seeking personal injury attorneys. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information from Visitors (individuals browsing the Site) and Listed Professionals (attorneys or law firms featured in our directory). By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
* A. From Site Visitors:
* Information You Provide: This includes any information you submit, such as your name, email address, phone number, city/state, and case details when using a “Contact an Attorney” form or similar feature.
* Automatically Collected Information: We use standard tools (like Google Analytics) to collect non-personal data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and referral URLs. This helps us understand site traffic and usage patterns.
* B. From Listed Attorneys/Law Firms:
* Business Information: Information provided for directory listings, which may include firm name, attorney names, contact information (phone, address, email), practice areas, website URL, and professional biography.
* Account Information: If attorneys can log in to manage their listing, we collect usernames, passwords, and profile information.
3. How We Use Your Information
* To Provide Directory Services: To display attorney profiles, facilitate connections between visitors and attorneys via contact forms, and operate the Site.
* For Communication: To respond to visitor inquiries or attorney requests, and to send administrative emails (e.g., about listing updates, policy changes).
* For Site Improvement: To analyze how the Site is used, troubleshoot problems, and improve content and functionality.
* For Security: To monitor and protect the security of the Site.
* For Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it in these limited circumstances:
* With Listed Attorneys: When a visitor submits an inquiry through our contact form, the information provided is shared with the attorney or law firm they selected to initiate contact.
* With Service Providers: We share data with trusted third-party vendors who perform services for us, such as web hosting, data analysis, email delivery, and marketing services. These partners are contractually obligated to protect your data.
* For Legal & Safety Reasons: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of ourselves, our users, or others.
* Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and for advertising purposes. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling them may limit some Site features.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to the websites of listed attorneys and other third-party resources. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights and Choices (CCPA/CPRA & GDPR)
Depending on your residency, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:
* Access & Portability: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
* Deletion: Request we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
* Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
* Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: We do not sell data as defined by the CCPA. You can opt-out of certain tracking for targeted advertising.
* Marketing Communications: You can unsubscribe from our promotional emails at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
9. Information for Listed Attorneys
Attorneys featured in our directory control the business information in their listing. By providing this information, you grant us a license to publish it on the Site. You are responsible for ensuring this information is accurate, complete, and complies with all relevant state bar advertising rules. You can request updates or removal of your listing by contacting us.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have, please contact us to have it removed.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or are an attorney with questions about your listing, please contact us at:
Email: info@personalinjuryattorneysnearme.org