This Privacy Policy describes how Hastings Injury Law (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information obtained through this website. By accessing this website, submitting information, or interacting with our content, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you should not use this website.
Hastings Injury Law respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you choose to share with us. This policy applies solely to information collected through this website and does not apply to information collected offline or through other channels unless expressly stated.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you contact us through this website. This may include your name, email address, telephone number, location, and any details you choose to submit regarding a potential legal matter. You are not required to provide personal information to browse this website; however, certain features such as contact forms and consultation requests require submission of information.
In addition to information you voluntarily submit, we automatically collect certain technical and usage information when you visit the website. This may include your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, device information, operating system, referring website, pages visited, and interaction behavior. This information helps us operate, secure, and improve the website and better understand how visitors use our services.
Use of IP Addresses and Tracking Information
An IP address is a number assigned to your device when you access the internet. We collect IP address information to help maintain website security, diagnose technical issues, analyze trends, prevent abuse, and administer the site. IP address data does not identify you personally on its own; however, if you submit personal information through the website, that information may be associated with your IP address for record-keeping, security, and compliance purposes.
How We Use Your Information
The information collected through this website may be used to respond to inquiries, evaluate potential legal matters, communicate with you regarding our services, improve website functionality and user experience, analyze website performance, conduct internal research, and support marketing and advertising efforts where permitted by law. We may also use your information to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity. Hastings Injury Law does not sell your personal information.
No Attorney-Client Relationship
Submitting information through this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is formed only after a written agreement has been executed by both you and Hastings Injury Law. You should not submit confidential, sensitive, or time-sensitive information through this website unless and until a formal attorney-client relationship has been established.
Sharing of Information
We may share information collected through this website with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with website hosting, analytics, marketing, advertising, call tracking, customer relationship management, and technical support. These third parties are permitted to access information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.
We may also disclose information when required to comply with applicable laws, court orders, legal processes, or regulatory obligations, or when disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Hastings Injury Law, our users, or others.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
This website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, analyze traffic patterns, and support advertising and remarketing efforts. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that allow websites to recognize returning users. You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may limit certain website features or functionality.
Advertising and Analytics
Hastings Injury Law may use third-party advertising and analytics services, including Google Analytics, Google Ads, Google Local Services Ads, Meta platforms, and call tracking technologies. These services may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to collect information about your interactions with the website and advertisements. The information collected is used to measure performance, improve marketing efforts, and deliver relevant advertising content.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature that allows users to signal their preference regarding online tracking. At this time, this website does not respond to Do Not Track signals due to the lack of a consistent industry standard.
HIPAA and Medical Information Disclaimer
Hastings Injury Law is not a healthcare provider; however, any medical information voluntarily submitted through this website is treated as confidential to the extent required by applicable law. Users are advised not to submit medical records or sensitive health information through the website unless requested through secure communication channels after a formal attorney-client relationship has been established.
Data Storage and Retention
All information collected through this website is processed and stored on secure servers located within the United States. We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal and regulatory obligations, maintain business records, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Security of Information
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or alteration. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or informational purposes. Hastings Injury Law is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites, and users should review the privacy policies of those sites independently.
Children’s Privacy
This website is intended for use by individuals who are at least 13 years old. Hastings Injury Law does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
SMS Consent Notice
By providing your phone number and submitting this form, you expressly consent to receive text messages (SMS) from Hastings Injury Law Firm, including messages related to your inquiry, case updates, appointments, and other firm-related communications. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. Consent is not a condition of retaining our firm or receiving legal services. You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP, and you may request help by replying HELP.
California Privacy Rights
California residents may have certain rights regarding their personal information under applicable privacy laws, including the right to request access to or deletion of personal information. Hastings Injury Law does not sell personal information as defined by California law. Requests regarding privacy rights may be submitted using the contact information below, and verification of identity may be required.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated policy will take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use of the website after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your information, please contact us.