Privacy policy introduction

At Lawcompanies.net, we take your privacy seriously. As a reputable source for legal office reviews and attorney information, we value your trust and take steps to protect your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, maintain, and secure the information you provide to us through our website and services. It also details the rights you have regarding your information and your options. We encourage you to review this policy carefully so you can understand our practices and how they apply to you.

About us

Lawcompanies.net is a website directory that seeks to help visitors throughout the United States-especially in Charleston, South Carolina and the greater Charleston area-locate and evaluate legal professionals. We compile user submitted ratings, reviews, star ratings and images of law offices into an all-in-one source of information for people who are interested in finding lawyers. We are run and operated by a team that is dedicated to ensuring that our documents, listings and reviews are up to date, accurate, honest and as transparent as possible. For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the data we collect, please send us an email at [email protected], give us a call at (813) 510-4497, or send postal mail to 5401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 1212, Tampa FL 33609.

What data we collect

Lawcompanies.net collects information to provide a customized, relevant experience for our users. The categories of information we collect include (1) information you provide to us directly and (2) information we collect automatically when you visit our website.

• Information You Provide To Us Directly:
  • Account Registration: We may collect your name, email address, password, and any profile information you choose to input.
  • Review Posting Area: We may collect your name (or screen name), email address, your rating, review content, and any images you upload as part of your review.
  • Contact Us Page/E-mail: If you contact us through the “Contact Us” page or e-mail we may collect your name, email address, telephone number, and any content you add to the message box.
• Information We Collect Automatically:
  • Device/Usage Information: We may collect device and browser level information such as IP address, access times, pages viewed, app usage, and referring website addresses.
  • Cookies/Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and other similar technologies in connection with our site to optimize your experience on our site, identify repeat visitors, remember settings and preferences you have chosen, and analyze traffic patterns, etc. You have the ability to accept or refuse cookies via web browser settings.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information (for example – Social Security numbers, financial account information, or health information) and you agree not to provide such information directly to us through the Site.

Use of your information

• To provide the requested Services, including by operating, maintaining, and developing our directory and search and review Services;
• To personalize our Services, including remembering your preferences and recommending law companies based on your interests or geography;
• To communicate with you in connection with your use of our Services, including by responding to your inquiries, sending you updates or alerts about your account or reviews, or providing customer support;
• To moderate reviews, including through verifying author identities, filtering out spam, and monitoring the content and activities associated with such reviews;
• To collect usage activity on the Site to analyze trends and monitor site usage, and thereafter improve our site design, features and functionality, such as by updating our help content, reporting tools and moderation tools;
• To publish public reviews and other user-generated content;
• Because of a good faith belief that the disclosure is necessary: (i) to comply with applicable laws, court orders or governmental regulations of any applicable state or country; or (ii) to enforce the Terms of Service or policies outlined herein;
• For scientific research and statistical analysis, such as aggregated and anonymized information that does not directly identify you.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may use aggregated or de-identified data that is derived from personal information to generate statistical or demographic data for our own use. Such aggregated or de-identified data cannot be used to identify you personally.

Sharing your information

Lawcompanies.net takes the privacy of its users very seriously. We do not sell or rent your contact information to marketers or other unaffiliated third parties. Your information may be shared in the following ways:

• With Our Service Providers: We hire vendors who help us with hosting our sites, analyzing our data, delivering email communications and our customer service centers. These service providers are contractually bound to keep your information confidential and take appropriate security measures to protect your information.
• With Lawcompanies.net Members of Staff: Lawcompanies.net may authorize access to your information to certain staff members who need to know your information in order to assist in the operation, moderation or customer support of our sites.
• Required By Law: We will disclose your company or personal information when required by law, or in response to a request from a law enforcement agency, court, administrative agency or other governmental body.
• With Your Consent: We will only share your company information with other parties when you give us your consent to do so, such as sharing reviews or testimonials as you’ve requested.

User submitted reviews, star ratings and uploaded photos/videos/images are deemed public and we reserve the right to display any part of these on our website(s), search results pages or elsewhere on our sites and make them available to website visitors. Don’t submit content you consider confidential and/or proprietary.

Cookies and tracking technologies

In order to continuously optimize your browsing experience, Lawcompanies.net uses cookies and similar web technology. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device to help us identify you, remember your preferences, and monitor how our sites are used.

• Required Cookies: Enable basic website functions, and include features such as logging into secure areas and submitting reviews.
• Performance Cookies: Collect data on how our visitors use our website. This information helps us understand how effective the website is in terms of navigation, meeting visitor expectations, and other elements contributing to an overall positive user experience on our website.
• Functional Cookies: Record information about the choices you make, so that future visits can be more personalized.
• Analytics Cookies: Provide us with data regarding user behavior and activity patterns, such as the number of visits to pages on our website, time spent on individual pages, popular search terms, and overall page views.

Managing Cookies: Most web browsers automatically accept cookies but you can decline cookies via your browser settings. Note: the following may restrict or limit the functionality of the website or prevent you from using certain features.

Data security

Protecting your information is a priority for the Lawcompanies.net team. We use a variety of safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, alteration or disclosure.

• Secure Servers: Our website runs on secure servers protected by industry standard encryption and firewall systems.
• Data Encryption: Sensitive data transmission such as account credentials or contact information is encrypted in transit using SSL/TLS encryption.
• Access Controls: Individual access to personal data is limited to authorized team members only. Authorized team members are trained in data privacy practices.
• Routine Monitoring: Routine checks are undertaken on our systems to look for vulnerabilities, unauthorized access or otherwise potential security threats.

We aim to use commercially acceptable means to help protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage can be 100% secure. We recommend that you use strong unique passwords, and report usage on your account that you may not have authorized.

Third party links and services

Lawcompanies.net may include links to externally owned or operated websites and services such as law firm sites, legal resources, and social network services. The Privacy Policy is applicable to Lawcompanies.net. Lawcompanies.net is not responsible for the content or the privacy practices of what third parties do with information that you provide them. We are also not responsible for the privacy policy or practices of third parties.

We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit via a link on our site. Use of those third party websites and services is subject to their respective privacy statements.

User content and public information

The platform facilitates authentic user feedback through reviews, ratings, and images. It is important to understand that any content submitted as part of a public review or testimonial-including your username, review text, and uploaded images-may be visible to all visitors of Lawcompanies.net and could be indexed by search engines.

We strongly advise against including personal details such as phone numbers, addresses, or other sensitive information in your review. While moderation tools are in place to identify and remove objectionable or prohibited content, users bear the responsibility for the publicly visible content they submit.

Children’s privacy

We do not knowingly direct this site to, nor knowingly collect personal information from, children under 13. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under age 13, we will seek to delete such information. If you become aware that a child under age 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will take steps to delete such information.

Your rights and choices

• Access and Correction: You have a right to request copies of all personal information that we have in a readable format. You may also ask for updates to remove or correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: At any time you may request deletion of your account or of certain personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations we hold.
• Opt-Out: You may opt-out of non-essential communications from us by following the instructions provided in an email or by contacting us.
• Cookie Preferences: You have choices over cookies – you can manage cookies preferences through your browser settings at any time.
• Removal of review posted by user: You may contact us and seek removal of a review you posted. Please submit details about the review and request removal.

Email [email protected] or call (813) 510-4497 with any other questions you have about your data or the above rights. We’ll respond to requests as required by applicable law.

Data retention

We only retain personal information for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes we describe in this policy or for as long as we have a legal obligation to do so. User reviews, account or company information, and contact details are retained for as long as you maintain your relationship with Lawcompanies.net or until requested deletion. Non-identifiable aggregated information may be retained for research or analytics purposes.

When we no longer need your personal information, we take reasonable steps to either securely delete it or to de-identify or to anonymize it in accordance with applicable laws.

International users

Lawcompanies.net is made available to users primarily in the United States of America. If you are not in the U.S., then you should know that your information may be transmitted, processed and stored in the U.S., which does not necessarily have data security and privacy laws as strict or comprehensive as those in your jurisdiction. By using the services offered on Lawcompanies.net, you agree to the transmission, processing and storage of your information under the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy.

California privacy rights

If you are a resident of the state of California, under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you may have additional rights, including to request information about the categories of personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell (we do not sell personal information) and the right to request that we delete your personal information. To exercise your privacy rights under California privacy laws, please email us at [email protected] or call us at (813) 510-4497. We will confirm your identity before processing your request and will respond to requests within the timeframe required by law.

Changes to this policy

Lawcompanies.net may change this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. When we do so, we will update the effective date at the top of this page, and we will, if the changes are material, give you notice either through this site or by email. We encourage you to read this policy regularly so that you will know what our practices are.

Contact us

Should you have questions, concerns or feedback on this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices generally, please reach out to our offices. We will answer your questions quickly and directly.

• Address: 5401 W Kennedy Blvd Ste 1212, Tampa FL 33609
• Telephone: (813) 510-4497
• E-mail Address: [email protected]

You may also go to our Contact Us page, which is in the bottom area of the site, should you need assistance or wish to submit your own review.

Protection of your information

While Lawcompanies.net takes a number of steps to protect your information, you are an active participant in maintaining the security of your information on the Internet. For this reason, we suggest that you:

• Set complex passwords that are unique to your login and change them regularly.
• Do not share your password with third parties.
• Only disclose information that you are comfortable having made public in content you submit for review or published comments.
• Finalize and log out of your account whenever you use a public device.
• Report any suspicious emails or activity to [email protected].

Following these guidelines will help to ensure the protection of your personal information when you access our network.

Policy for law firm and attorney listings

Lawcompanies.net aggregates publicly available information about law offices such as name, address, type of law practiced and images. This data originates from law firm websites, public legal directories, user submissions and other content. Information is displayed for informational purposes only. We attempt to standardize all listings and you may request an update or removal by emailing us at [email protected]. We do not publish such information as is determined to be confidential or proprietary without permission.

Review moderation and fraud prevention

We use an automated system with a human review for submitted websites and reviews to ensure the integrity and value of our service. We screen for spam, fake reviews, and flagged content. Suspicious behavior is grounds for removal of review, suspension of account, or further action. If you believe a review is not correct or violates our policies, please let us know by emailing [email protected] and we will look to resolve the issue as quickly as we can.

Accessibility and non-discrimination

Lawcompanies.net is committed to making it possible for all visitors to our website and the services offered on it to be accessible and usable by all persons, regardless of abilities. Lawcompanies.net will strive to conform with the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 1.0, or other widely-accepted guidelines. When possible, we will attempt to provide reasonable accommodation to those requesting it. If you are having trouble viewing a part of our privacy policy or other web content, please contact us at [email protected] or (813) 510-4497 so that we may assist you.

Governing law

This Privacy Policy and any dispute that might arise out of or relate to it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to the conflicts of law principles thereof. You also agree and hereby submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Hillsborough County, Florida for the resolution of any disputes or claims arising out of this Privacy Policy.

Acknowledgement and acceptance

By using Lawcompanies.net you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms you are required to immediately stop using our website and our services. Your continued use of our website and services indicates your acceptance of our policy.

Effective date and policy changes

This Privacy Notice (“Notice”) was created to be effective the 1st day of June, 2024. We may amend or update this Notice at any time and any changes will be posted on this page. Substantive changes may also be announced through an email or website notice. You are invited to periodically return to this page for updates to our handling of your information.

Summary and additional information

On Lawcompanies.net we value transparency and customer trust. We help preserve your privacy and bring you verified and trustworthy information about legal professionals. If you have any questions or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please do not hesitate to write us at [email protected], call (813) 510-4497, or go to our Contact Us page. Thank you for trusting Lawcompanies.net for the reviews of legal offices.