Privacy Policy

Your Privacy Matters to Us

1. Introduction

William P. Lang, Attorney, LLC ("we," "our," or "the Firm") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our legal services.

By using our services or website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not access our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information: We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name, address, email address, and phone number
  • Date of birth and Social Security number (when necessary for legal representation)
  • Financial information related to your legal matter
  • Information about your legal issue or case
  • Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Operating system and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Legal Representation: To provide legal services and represent your interests
  • Communication: To contact you regarding your case, appointments, and legal matters
  • Billing: To process payments and manage billing
  • Website Improvement: To improve our website functionality and user experience
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and professional ethics rules
  • Marketing: To send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  • Security: To protect against fraud and unauthorized access

4. Attorney-Client Privilege

Information you provide to us in connection with legal representation is protected by attorney-client privilege. We will not disclose privileged information without your consent, except as required by law or professional ethics rules.

Important: Contacting us through our website or email does not automatically create an attorney-client relationship or invoke attorney-client privilege. Privilege applies only after we have formally agreed to represent you.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Your Consent: When you authorize us to share information
  • Legal Proceedings: When required by court order, subpoena, or legal process
  • Professional Consultants: With experts, investigators, or other professionals assisting with your case
  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist with our operations (e.g., billing, IT services)
  • Legal Obligations: When necessary to comply with laws or protect rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of our practice

We require all third parties to respect the confidentiality of your information and use it only for specified purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure servers and encrypted data transmission
  • Access controls and authentication procedures
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Employee training on data protection
  • Physical security of our office premises

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal and ethical obligations)
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

For clients, we typically retain case files and related information for at least seven years after the conclusion of representation, in accordance with professional ethics rules and legal requirements.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

William P. Lang, Attorney, LLC
13609 Shaker Blvd, #3B
Cleveland, OH 44120

Phone: +1 (348) 726-2859
Email: requests@williamlangattorney.org

14. Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2024, and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.

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