Introduction
Maurer Law (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, https://maurer.law, including any related media forms, media channels, mobile websites, or mobile applications connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”).
By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our Site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you use our Site or contact us, we may ask you to provide personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:
- Your name
- Mailing or physical address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Details about your legal matter submitted through our contact form
Information Collected Automatically
Like many website operators, we automatically collect certain information when you visit our Site, including:
- Your computer’s Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Browser type and version
- The referring webpage from which you arrived
- Pages of our Site that you visit
- Time spent on those pages
- Date and time of your visit
We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics to collect, monitor, and analyze this data.
Sensitive Information
As a personal injury and elder abuse law firm, you may voluntarily share sensitive information with us (such as details about injuries, medical history, or financial circumstances) in the course of seeking legal representation. We treat all such information with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our professional obligations under the California Rules of Professional Conduct.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device that allow a website to recognize you or remember preferences between visits.
Our Site uses cookies to improve your experience. You may configure your browser to refuse all cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Site.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and evaluate potential legal representation
- Communicate case updates, document requests, appointment reminders, and other matter-related information
- Send newsletters or other informational content we believe may be relevant to you (with your consent where required)
- Improve our Site’s functionality and user experience
- Comply with applicable legal and professional obligations
Communications and SMS
We may contact you by email to provide information about our services, case updates, or other matters relevant to your inquiry or representation.
SMS / Text Messaging
By providing your phone number to Maurer Law Corporation, you acknowledge and agree that we may send text messages to your wireless device regarding case details, document requests, status updates, and reminders for important dates or deadlines.
- Message and data rates may apply
- Message frequency will vary
- Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time
- Reply HELP for assistance
Verbal Opt-In for SMS
Maurer Law Corporation collects SMS opt-in consent verbally — either in person at one of our offices or by phone. When registering as a new client, our staff will ask whether you wish to opt in to SMS notifications and will inform you that:
- Message and data rates may apply
- Message frequency may vary
- You may text HELP for support or STOP to unsubscribe at any time
- Your phone number will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes
Mobile information, including SMS opt-in data and consent, will not be shared with any third parties or affiliates.
Third-Party Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Agents, vendors, and contractors who assist us in operating the Site or providing legal services, subject to confidentiality obligations.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or when necessary to protect public safety.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of our firm’s business assets, your information may be transferred to the successor entity.
- Protection of Rights: When we have a reasonable good-faith belief that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or property.
- Referrals: If we are unable to assist you but are aware of another attorney or firm that may be able to help, we may refer you to them and share relevant information with your consent.
Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):
Right to Know
You have the right to request that we disclose:
- The categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you
- The categories of sources from which personal information was collected
- The business or commercial purposes for collecting your information
- The categories of third parties with whom we share your information
Right to Delete
You have the right to request deletion of personal information we have collected, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., information necessary to complete a transaction or comply with a legal obligation).
Right to Correct
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information we maintain about you.
Right to Opt Out of Sale or Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes. If this practice changes, we will update this Policy and provide an opt-out mechanism.
Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information
To the extent we collect sensitive personal information (as defined under CPRA), you have the right to limit its use to purposes necessary to provide our services.
Right to Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights. We will not deny services, charge different prices, or provide a different level of service based on your exercise of these rights.
How to Submit a Request
To exercise any of the rights described above, please contact us using the information in the Contact Information section below. We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 45 days as required by California law. We may extend this period by an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary with prior notice.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, to provide legal services, and to comply with our legal and professional obligations under California law. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the Internet or mobile network can be guaranteed as 100% secure, and we cannot ensure or warrant the absolute security of any information you transmit to us.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
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 with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your California privacy rights, or want to submit a data request, please contact us at:
Maurer Law Corporation
Auburn Office: 149 Court Street, Auburn, CA
Truckee Office: 10116 Jibboom Street, Truckee, CA 96161
Nevada City Office: 505 Coyote Street, Nevada City, CA 95959
Rocklin Office: 6520 Lonetree Boulevard, Rocklin, CA 95765
Phone/Text: (530) 745-6861 Fax: (530) 745-6862 Email: info@maurer.law
By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.