Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Gruman Law Group PLLC ("Gruman Law Group," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at grumanlaw.com (the "Website") or communicate with us electronically.

This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our Website and electronic communications, and not to information collected offline or through other means.

By using the Website, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Contact us via forms: Name, email address, phone number, and message content
• Submit client intake forms: First and last name, date of birth, last four digits of SSN, email address, phone number, street address, city, state, ZIP code, description of legal matter, and referral source
• Email us directly: Email address and any information you include in your message
• Call our office: Phone number and information you provide during the call

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, certain information about your device and usage may be automatically collected, including:

• IP address and general geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring website or source
• Pages viewed and time spent on pages
• Date and time of visits
• Device type and screen resolution

This information is collected through server logs, cookies, and similar technologies. We use this information to improve our Website, understand user behavior, and analyze trends.

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve your experience.

Types of cookies we may use:

• Essential cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Website
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our Website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Responding to inquiries: To respond to your questions, comments, or requests for information about our services
• Client intake and evaluation: To evaluate potential cases and determine if we can assist with your legal matter
• Legal representation: If we enter into an attorney-client relationship, to provide legal services
• Communication: To contact you via phone, email, or mail regarding your inquiry or case
• Website improvement: To understand how visitors use our Website and improve functionality, content, and user experience
• Security and fraud prevention: To protect our Website, our firm, and our clients from security threats and fraudulent activity
• Legal compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests
• Business operations: To maintain records, conduct internal analysis, and manage our business operations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website, conducting our business, or servicing you, including:

• Email service providers (SMTP2GO for email delivery)
• Website hosting providers
• Analytics services
• IT and security service providers

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was disclosed.

4.2 Legal Requirements and Protection of Rights

We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal process
• Respond to government or regulatory requests
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions or other agreements
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of our firm, our clients, or others
• Detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical issues

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, sale of assets, or similar business transaction, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice on our Website of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:

• Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers and data storage systems
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. You acknowledge and accept the inherent risks of providing information online.

Important: Do not send confidential or sensitive information through contact forms or unencrypted email. If you have established an attorney-client relationship with us, we will provide secure methods for transmitting confidential information.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• While we are evaluating your inquiry or potential case
• For the duration of any attorney-client relationship
• As required by professional responsibility rules and legal record-keeping requirements
• As necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements

In accordance with Florida Bar Rules and legal practice requirements, we may be required to retain certain information for extended periods. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 General Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and professional obligations
• Opt-out of communications: You may opt out of receiving marketing or promotional communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@grumanlaw.com or (813) 871-3410. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

Note: Certain information may need to be retained due to legal, regulatory, or professional responsibility requirements, even if you request deletion.

7.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

• Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• Right to Delete: You may request deletion of personal information we have collected from you
• Right to Correct: You may request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information
• Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information: You may limit our use of sensitive personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights

Notice Regarding Sale or Sharing: We do not sell personal information to third parties for monetary consideration. We do not share personal information with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes.

Categories of Personal Information We Collect:

• Identifiers (name, email, phone, address, IP address)
• Personal information under California Customer Records statute (name, address, telephone number)
• Sensitive personal information (SSN last 4 digits, if provided)
• Internet or network activity (browsing behavior, interaction with Website)
• Geolocation data (general location derived from IP address)
• Professional or employment information (if provided in communications)

Business Purposes for Collection: We collect personal information for the purposes described in Section 3 of this Privacy Policy, including providing legal services, responding to inquiries, improving our Website, and complying with legal obligations.

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at support@grumanlaw.com or (813) 871-3410. We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 45 days (extendable by an additional 45 days if necessary).

7.3 Florida Residents

Florida residents may have additional privacy rights under Florida law. We are committed to handling your information in accordance with Florida privacy laws and providing transparency about our data practices. To exercise your rights or ask questions about our privacy practices, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12.

8. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. This Privacy Policy applies only to our Website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

When you click on a link to a third-party website, you will leave our Website and be subject to that website's privacy policy and terms of use. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are under 18, please do not submit any personal information through our Website.

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 18, please contact us immediately at support@grumanlaw.com.

10. Email Communications and Opt-Out

When you contact us through our Website or provide your email address, we may send you communications regarding:

• Responses to your inquiries
• Information about your case or potential case
• Updates about our services (if you have opted in)
• Administrative information about our firm

Opting Out: You may opt out of receiving marketing or promotional emails by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any marketing email
• Contacting us at support@grumanlaw.com with your request
• Calling us at (813) 871-3410

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you non-promotional emails related to your inquiry, case, or our relationship with you.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated by:

• Posting a prominent notice on our Website
• Sending an email notification to registered users (if applicable)

Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

13. Attorney-Client Privilege Notice

IMPORTANT: Submission of information through our Website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Communications sent through contact forms or email before an attorney-client relationship is established may not be protected by attorney-client privilege.

If we agree to represent you and an attorney-client relationship is formally established, all subsequent communications and information will be protected by attorney-client privilege and will be handled in accordance with professional responsibility rules and applicable law.