PRIVACY POLICY

The DDS Law Group is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency, integrity, and respect. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

Information We Collect

• We may collect personal information, which includes but is not limited to:
• Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
• Internet or Other Electronic Network Activity: IP address, browser type, and pages accessed on our website.
• Professional Information: Details relevant to legal consultations or inquiries.
• Sensitive Information: Information you voluntarily provide during consultations or while using our services.

How We Collect Information

• We collect information directly from you when:
• You fill out forms on our website.
• You communicate with us via email, phone, or text message.
• You engage with our blogs, podcasts, or other site content.

We may also collect non-personal information automatically through cookies or similar technologies when you browse our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide legal services and respond to your inquiries.
• Improve the functionality and user experience of our website.
• Comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.

We do not sell your personal information.

Sharing Your Information:

We do not share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:

• When required by law or to comply with legal processes.
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of The DDS Law Group or its clients.
• With your explicit consent (However, we do not share your mobile information and consent data).

Your Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA Compliance)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

1. Right to Know: You can request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect and how we use it.
2. Right to Delete: You can request that we delete personal information we have collected, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., compliance with legal obligations).
3. Right to Opt-Out: You can request that your personal information not be sold or shared.
4. Right to Correct: You can request corrections to inaccurate personal information.
5. Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You can limit how we use your sensitive information for purposes beyond what is necessary to provide services.

To exercise these rights, contact us or use the online form on our website. We will verify your request by matching the information you provide with the data in our systems.

Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

Text Messaging and SMS

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Message and data rates may apply. Text “STOP” to opt out or “HELP” for assistance.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. The DDS Law Group is not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Protecting Your Information

We take reasonable and appropriate measures to secure your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other factors. We encourage you to review this page regularly for the latest updates.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us.

By using our website, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.