Privacy and Cookie Policy 

Privacy and Cookie Policy:
Effective Date: February 1, 2025:
This Privacy and Cookie Policy describes how Brightwood Law Group, PC (“we,” “our,” or “the Firm”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information from users (“User” or “you”) of our websites. The term “Website” refers to the Firm’s internet domains, including but not limited to brightwoodlaw.com, as well as all associated pages, content, functionality, and services.
This Privacy Policy applies to the Website and all products and services offered by Brightwood Law Group, PC.
1. Personal Identification Information
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including when Users visit the Website, complete contact forms, subscribe to newsletters, or interact with other features and services. This information may include, but is not limited to, name, email address, and phone number.
Submission of personal information is entirely voluntary, and Users may visit the Website anonymously. However, choosing not to provide certain information may limit your ability to access some Website functions including communicating with us.
2. Non-Personal Identification Information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with the Website. This information may include browser type, computer/device type, operating system, IP address, internet service provider, geographic region, and technical information about how Users connect to the Website.
3. Cookies and Automated Data Collection
The Website may use “cookies” and other tracking technologies to enhance User experience and understand usage patterns. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us analyze web traffic and tailor services to your preferences.
Users may adjust their browser settings to refuse cookies or alert them when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain Website features.
We may also use server logs, web beacons, and other technologies to gather information such as:
  • Pages visited
  • Time and date of access
  • Referral URLs
  • Device and browser information
This data helps us improve the Website and optimize user experience.
4. Information from Children
Brightwood Law Group, PC does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, it will be promptly deleted. Users under 13 should not submit any personal information through the Website.
5. How We Use Collected Information
We may use personal information for the following purposes:
  • To improve client service: Information helps us more effectively respond to your inquiries and support needs.
  • To personalize the user experience: We use aggregate data to understand how our Users engage with the Website.
  • To improve our Website: Feedback you provide may help enhance our offerings.
  • To send communications: We may use your email address to send updates, respond to inquiries, or distribute newsletters. Users may opt out of future communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.
6. Protection of Information
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.
7. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent personal identification information to third parties. However, we may disclose your information to trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website or conducting our business, provided such parties agree to keep this information confidential and use it solely for these limited purposes.
We may also disclose your information:
  • When required by law or legal process
  • To enforce our terms of service or protect our legal rights
  • As part of a merger, acquisition, or other corporate reorganization, subject to confidentiality
8. Third-Party Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party sites. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of any third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
9. Changes to This Policy
Brightwood Law Group, PC reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage Users to check this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect personal information.
Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of those changes.
10. Your Acceptance of These Terms
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy, the Terms of Use, and Disclaimers. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Website. Your continued use following any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised terms.
 

CCPA PRIVACY NOTICE (California Residents Only)

This section supplements the privacy policy and applies solely to California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

1. Categories of Personal Information Collected
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
  • Identifiers (e.g., name, email, phone number)
  • Internet activity (e.g., IP address, browsing behavior)
  • Professional or employment-related information (if provided via forms)
  • Geolocation data (general location based on IP)
We do not sell or share personal information for monetary gain.
2. Purpose of Collection
We collect personal information to:
  • Communicate with you;
  • Improve the functionality and user experience of our Website;
  • Comply with legal obligations.
3. Consumer Rights Under the CCPA
As a California resident, you have the right to:
  • Request to Know: The categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, and disclose.
  • Request to Delete: Ask us to delete the personal information we have collected, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Request to Correct: Ask us to rectify inaccurate personal information.
  • Opt Out of Sharing/Sale: We do not sell personal information, but you may still request to opt out of any future sharing.
4. How to Exercise Your Rights
You may submit a verifiable request by contacting us:
  • Email: Use our Contact Us page and form therein
  • Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
  • Mail: Brightwood Law Group PC. 2108 N. ST. Unit 9174, Sacramento, CA 95816
We will respond to verifiable consumer requests in accordance with legal timelines. You will not be discriminated against for exercising your CCPA rights.