Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
McCauley Law Office (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This policy explains:
- What personal information we collect
- How we use it
- With whom we may share it
- Your rights and choices
- Terms related to SMS communications
By using our website or opting into SMS communications, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Communication preferences (e.g., SMS consent)
- Any information you submit through forms on our site or during intake
b. Device & Usage Information
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Date/time stamps
- Referral sources
c. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your experience, analyze website traffic, and improve our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Provide legal services and respond to your inquiries
- Schedule and confirm appointments
- Send you case status updates or document requests
- Send SMS messages as described in Section 5
- Improve our website and client communications
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it only with:
- Trusted service providers who support our business operations (e.g., CRM software, secure cloud storage)
- Government or regulatory authorities where required by law
- Others only with your explicit consent
SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates.
4. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Correct or delete your data
- Withdraw consent for communications at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at:
📧 gmccauleyjr@mlotax.com
📞 610-388-4474
5. SMS Terms and Conditions
By providing your mobile number and opting into SMS communications, you agree to the following:
- Types of Messages: You may receive appointment reminders, document requests, account notifications, and other case-related alerts.
- Messaging Frequency: Frequency may vary depending on your case and level of engagement.
- Charges: Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile service plan.
- Opt-Out: To stop receiving messages, reply STOP at any time.
- Help: For help, reply HELP or visit https://mlotax.com.
- No Third-Party Sharing: SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
7. Security of Information
We take reasonable precautions to protect your data through administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on our website with the revised effective date. Continued use of our services or website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Accessibility and Placement
This policy is:
- Linked near any web forms requesting contact or SMS opt-in
- Permanently available in the footer of every page on our website
11. SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.
SMS Terms & Conditions
1- SMS Consent Communication:
The information (Phone Numbers) obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
2- Types of SMS Communications:
If you have consented to receive text messages from McCauley Law Office, you may receive messages related to the following:
- Appointment reminders
- Follow-up messages
- Billing inquiries
Example:“Hello, this is a friendly reminder of your upcoming phone conference with our office on [Date] at [Time]. You can reply STOP to opt out of SMS messaging from McCauley Law Office at any time.”
3- Message Frequency:
Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication. For example, you may receive up to 5 SMS messages per week related to your [appointments/billing, etc.].
4- Potential Fees for SMS Messaging:
Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.
5- Opt-In Method:
You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from McCauley Law Office in the following ways:
- Verbally, during a conversation
6- Opt-Out Method:
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply “STOP” to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.
7- Help:
If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. Or, you can get help directly from us at www.mlotax.com
Additional Options:
- If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms.
8- Standard Messaging Disclosures:
- Message and data rates may apply.
- You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”
- For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions pages.
- Message frequency may vary