Privacy Policy

Introduction

The Burd Law Firm, PLLC ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website burdlawfirm.com or use our services.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our website contact form
• Call, email, or communicate with us for legal services
• Schedule a consultation
• Become a client
• Subscribe to our newsletter or blog updates

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Legal matter details
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring website
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Date and time of visit

We collect this information through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide legal services: Process consultation requests, communicate about your legal matters, and deliver legal representation
• To improve our website: Analyze website usage to enhance user experience and functionality
• To communicate with you: Send administrative information, respond to inquiries, and provide updates
• To send marketing communications: With your consent, send newsletters, blog updates, and information about our services
• To comply with legal obligations: Fulfill our legal and regulatory requirements
• To protect our rights: Enforce our terms and conditions and protect against fraud

Attorney-Client Privilege

Please note that simply contacting us or submitting information through our website does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is only established through a formal engagement agreement.

However, we treat all communications with potential and existing clients with strict confidentiality in accordance with professional ethical obligations and applicable law.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., website hosting, email services, analytics providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Professional Consultants: With other legal professionals or experts when necessary to provide legal services
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of our practice
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity)
• Marketing Cookies: Track website visitors for advertising purposes

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Analytics

We use third-party analytics services to better understand website usage:

• Google Analytics: Collects information about how visitors use our site
• Microsoft Clarity: Records user sessions to improve user experience

These services may collect information sent by your browser, including cookies and IP address.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Client files are retained in accordance with Tennessee Bar Association ethics rules and legal requirements.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal and professional obligations)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of our website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

The Burd Law Firm, PLLC
412 Georgia Ave Suite 102
Chattanooga, TN 37403

Phone: (423) 777-6116
Email: info@burdlawfirm.com