Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to this website and governs data collection and usage. By submitting your personal information to us, or interacting with our website, you acknowledge and agree to the processing of your personal information as set out in this Policy. If you do not agree to this Policy, you should not interact with our website.

Collection of Personal Information

We may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, phone number, and state when you voluntarily submit it through our website.

We may also collect your phone number when you contact us by phone or text message, opt in to receive text messages from our firm, or provide your number on an intake form, consultation request, or other communication.

We collect your Internet Protocol (IP) address. An IP address is a number that is assigned to your computer when you use the Internet. The IP address data that we collect does not contain any personally identifiable information about you and is used to administer our site, to determine the numbers of different visitors to the site and to gather demographic data. However, when you submit personal information via this website, that information becomes identifiable and is kept on record as having come from your IP address. This information may be used to identify you on subsequent visits to this site, and to other sites associated with it, and to personalise your user experience.

Use of Personal Information

We may use your personal information to:

• Respond to your enquiries and fulfill your requests.
• Send you newsletters, marketing communications, and other information that may be of interest to you.
• Improve our website and marketing efforts.
• Conduct research and analysis.
• [NEW] Send you text (SMS) messages related to your inquiry, case status, appointment reminders, or other communications you have consented to receive.

Text Messaging (SMS) Consent and Usage

By providing your phone number and opting in to receive text messages from Brooks Legal, P.C., you consent to receive SMS messages related to your inquiry or legal matter, including but not limited to case updates, appointment reminders, and responses to your questions. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. After opting out, you will receive a one-time confirmation message, and no further SMS messages will be sent unless you re-subscribe. You may also text HELP for assistance.

SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates. Your phone number and your consent to receive text messages will not be sold, rented, or disclosed to any third party or affiliate for their own marketing purposes.

Sharing of Personal Information

Where permitted by applicable law, we share your personal information with third parties to deliver services or in our legitimate interest, including third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf in connection with this website and our business operations, including website hosting, analytics, and telecommunications platforms used to facilitate calls and text messages.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, we do not share your SMS consent or phone number with any third party or affiliate for the purpose of sending you marketing text messages. Third-party service providers who process SMS communications on our behalf (such as our business phone platform) do so solely to deliver messages that you have consented to receive from Brooks Legal, P.C., and are contractually prohibited from using your information for their own marketing purposes.

We may disclose personal information to regulatory authorities and other third parties to comply with a regulatory or legal obligation, to enforce our rights, or where we have a good faith belief that it is necessary for the protection of a legitimate or vital interest such as the safety of a person or property, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Use of Cookies

This website uses "cookies" to help personalise your experience. For more information, please see our Cookie Notice.

Security of Your Personal Information

We secure your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use industry-standard security protocols and technology to protect your personal information during transmission and once it is received. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Storage and Processing

Regardless of your location, information collected is processed and stored in databases located within the United States.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you about significant changes in the way we treat personal information by updating any privacy information on this page. Your continued use of the website and/or services available through this site after such modifications will constitute your acknowledgment of the modified Privacy Policy and your agreement to abide and be bound by that Policy.

Contact Information

We welcome your questions or comments regarding this Privacy Policy. If you believe that we have not adhered to this Privacy Policy, please contact us immediately.