PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: November 15, 2023

1. INTRODUCTION

AGREEMENT AND PARTIES. SAMANTHA FARREN LAW (“we”) respects the privacy of the visitors to the SAMANTHA FARREN LAW website (“website”). This Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy” or “Policy”) is an agreement between SAMANTHA FARREN LAW and you, as the user of the SAMANTHA FARREN LAW website (“you”). This agreement tells you when this Policy is effective, what information we collect from you, how we might use it, how you can review or change the personal information you provided to us, how we may change this Policy, and the steps we take to ensure that your personal information is protected.

2. AGREEMENT TO TERMS OF PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS OF USE

AGREEMENT TO TERMS. All activities in which you may engage on this website are voluntary. You are not required to provide any personal information to us unless you choose to access features on this site that require the information. If you do not agree with the terms of this Policy or other terms of use on this website, then you should immediately exit this website and discontinue using the site. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy and our terms of use posted on the webiste, please do not provide us with personal information, and leave this website. The terms of use of this site are expressly incorporated herein by reference and made a part of this Policy. By using the SAMANTHA FARREN LAW website, you signify that you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy as well as to our terms of use.

3. EFFECTIVE DATE OF AND CHANGES TO PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2022, and will remain in effect except with respect to any of its provisions that are changed in the future, in which case the changes will become effective on the date they are posted on the website or we otherwise notify you of the changes. We reserve the right to change this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes, modifications, additions, or deletions will be effective immediately on their posting to this site. You should check this Policy periodically, as its terms may change from time to time as provided on this webiste. Your continued use of the site after we post any such modifications will constitute your acknowledgment of the modified Policy and your agreement to abide and be bound by the modified Policy. We will also revise the “last updated” date found at the beginning of this Privacy Policy when we post changes to it.

4. POLICY APPLICABLE TO ONLINE ACTIVITIES ONLY

This Privacy Policy does not extend to anything that is inherent in the operation of the internet, and therefore beyond SAMANTHA FARREN LAW’s control, and is not to be applied in any manner contrary to applicable law or governmental regulation. This online Privacy Policy only applies to information collected through this site. This Privacy Policy does not apply to any information we may collect from you in any place other than this website.

5. PERSONAL INFORMATION WE MAY COLLECT

We may ask you for certain information referred to on this site as “personal information,” which includes information that pertains to your identity. Such information may include, but is not limited to, items such as your name, address, date of birth, age, gender, email address, telephone number, or credit card or debit card number. You may be required to provide personal information to access or use certain parts of our website or features of the site. If you do not provide the requested personal information, you may not be able to access or use the features of the site where such information is requested.

Some information is automatically collected when you visit our site. Such information may include your Internet Protocol (IP) address, unique device ID, and/or “click stream data” (server address, domain name). This information can be combined with information you have provided to us by creating an account, for example, which will enable us to analyze and better customize your visits. We may use click stream data for traffic analysis or to determine which features of our site are most effective or useful to you.

A set of website features may be accessible from web-enabled mobile devices. The intent is to provide screens that are optimized for the size of the screen and operating systems. On some devices, functionality may be limited. If you access this website through a mobile device, then we may collect information about your mobile device whether or not you provide us with any other personal information.

5.1 Use of “Cookies”

A “cookie” is a small string of information that the website you visit transfers to your computer for identification purposes. Cookies can be used to follow your activity on the website and that information helps us to understand your preferences and improve your website experience. Cookies are also used for such activities as remembering your username and password, if you use such a feature on this site. You can turn off all cookies, in case you prefer not to receive them. You can also have your computer warn you whenever cookies are being used. For both options, you have to adjust your browser settings (browser applications include Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Internet Explorer, and others). There are also software products available that can manage cookies for you. Please be aware, however, that when you choose to reject cookies, this choice may limit the functionality of the website you visit and you may lose access to some of its features.

5.2. Use of Social Media Tools. This website allows you to use your social media accounts to pre-populate certain fields. If you choose to use this feature, you are allowing us to access your personal information. We encourage you to review the privacy policy and any terms and conditions for the social media platform you select.

5.3. “Do Not Track” Disclosures. We do not change our behavior in response to a web browser’s “do not track” signal.

6. HOW WE USE INFORMATION ABOUT YOU

We will primarily use the personal information you provide and any information we automatically collect to provide products and services to you, including, but not limited to, the following: potential or actual representation of your legal matter.

7. HOW WE DISCLOSE PERSONAL INFORMATION

Other than our affiliates and vendors for the purposes set forth above, we do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without informing you in advance. We provide some of our services through contractual arrangements with affiliates, services providers, partners and other third parties (collectively, “service partners”). Our service partners may use your personal information to operate our sites and to help us deliver our services to you. For example, Quickbooks may have your billing information and your personal information is stored securely in Dropbox and MyCase.

7.1. Disclosure to Law Enforcement or Via Legal Process

SAMANTHA FARREN LAW will release personal information without your consent for security purposes, when required by law, or to prevent imminent harm to any person or entity. We will disclose personal information on receipt of a court order or subpoena, or to cooperate with a law enforcement investigation, which may include responding to requests and court orders from jurisdictions outside the United States. We fully cooperate with law enforcement agencies in identifying those who use our services for illegal activities. We reserve the right to report to law enforcement agencies any activities that we in good faith believe to be unlawful, as determined in our sole discretion. Release of your personal data for security purposes, as described in this agreement, to any person or entity under any circumstances shall be based on a determination made solely by us, exercising our own discretion, permission for which is expressly granted by you to us in accordance with this Policy.

7.2. Links to Third Parties

For your convenience and to improve usage of the website, we may insert links to third parties on this site. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third party websites. These links take you outside our site and are beyond our control. SAMANTHA FARREN LAW is not liable for the content and activities of those sites. Your visits and access to such websites is at your own risk. Please note that those other sites may send their own cookies to users, collect data, or solicit personal information.

8. PROTECTION OF YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION AND GENERAL INFORMATION

8.1. Security Measures

In order to protect your personal information, we have implemented various security measures, including only storing client data in encrypted manners, as well as maintaining an IT company that services our security.

8.2. Risk of Interception

While we strive to protect your personal information and privacy, we cannot guarantee the security of any information you disclose online. By using this site, you expressly acknowledge and agree that we do not guarantee the security of any data provided to or received by us through this site and that any personal information, general information, or other data or information received from you through the site is provided to us at your own risk, which you expressly assume.

9. NO USE OF THIS SITE BY PERSONS UNDER 18 PERMITTED

9.1. Notice Concerning Children

SAMANTHA FARREN LAW intends only persons who are 18 years or older to use this website. We do not knowingly collect information about people under the age of 18. That being said, without additional information, we are unable to determine the age of website visitors. We encourage parents and guardians of children under 18 to regularly check and monitor their children’s use of email and other activities online.

We are a general audience site, and do not direct any of our content specifically at children under 13 years of age. We understand and are committed to respecting the sensitive nature of children’s privacy online. If we learn or have reason to suspect that a site user is under age 13, we will promptly delete any personal information in that user’s account.

10. DELETING OR MODIFYING PERSONAL INFORMATION

You may cancel your account on this website by emailing SAMANTHA FARREN LAW. You may also update your contact information by logging into your account at any time, and making the necessary changes.

You may opt out of receiving marketing emails from us by SAMANTHA FARREN LAW

11. CALIFORNIA DISCLOSURES AND RIGHTS UNDER THE CCPA

This section is intended to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”). The definitions used comport with those in the CCPA.

11.1. Categories of Personal Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal information: all contact and personal information related to your case.

11.2. How We Obtain Your Personal Information

We collect personal information by obtaining it directly and securely from the client or potential client.

11.3. How Long We Retain Your Personal Information

We maintain your personal information indefinitely.

11.4. How We Disclose Your Personal Information

We disclose your personal information to third parties as follows: Client files are stored within Dropbox and Mycase.

11.5. Sale and Sharing of Your Personal Information

SAMANTHA FARREN LAW never sells your personal information.

11.6. Your Rights Under the CCPA

The CCPA provides California residents with specific rights regarding their personal information—the Right to Know, the Right to Delete, the Right to Correct, the Right to Limit use of Sensitive Personal Information, the Right to Opt-Out of the Sale of Personal Information or Sharing of Personal Information, and the Right to Non-Discrimination. This section describes your CCPA rights and explains how to exercise those rights, if applicable.

11.7.1. Right to Know

You have the right to know either the categories of personal information that we collect, use, and disclose about you or the right to know the specific pieces of personal information that we collect about you.

11.7.2. Right to Delete

You have the right to request that we delete your personal information.

11.7.3. Right to Correct

You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information about you. To do so, we need you to describe what is inaccurate and may need you to provide documentation supporting the requested changes.

11.7.4. Right to Opt-Out and How to Submit a Request to Opt-Out

The CCPA gives consumers the right to opt-out of (1) the sale of their personal information, (2) the sharing of their personal information for cross-context behavior advertising, or (3) for use in automated decision making.

To opt out, please contact SAMANTHA FARREN LAW.

11.7.5. Right to Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights. Unless permitted by the CCPA, we will not deny you goods or services, charge you different prices or rates for goods or services, including through granting discounts or other benefits, or imposing penalties, provide you a different level or quality of goods or services, suggest that you may receive a different price or rate for goods or services or a different level or quality of goods or services.

11.7.6. How to Submit a Request to Know, Request to Delete, or Request to Correct

To make a request, please contact us by: emailing legal@samanthafarrenlaw.com or calling us at (831) 688-2026.

11.7.7. Authorized Agents:

Before we can respond to a Request to Know, Request to Delete, or Request to Correct submitted by an authorized agent, we need to verify not only that person or entity’s authority to act on your behalf but also verify the identity of the authorized agent.

12. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS

CONTACT INFORMATION. If you have any questions or comments relating to our website or this Privacy Policy, send an email to legal@samanthafarrenlaw.com, call us at (831) 688-2026, or write Attn: Privacy Compliance Officer, SAMANTHA FARREN LAW, 2820 Porter Street, Soquel, CA 95073.