Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [5 January 2025]
Introduction
Advocate B.G. Vala & Associates (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website [www.advocatebgvala.in] (“the Website”) or use our services. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy is in compliance with the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and other applicable Indian privacy and data protection laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you visit our Website or interact with us:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, contact details (phone number, email address), address, etc.
- Professional Information: Details regarding your legal concerns, case information, or any other information you choose to provide us for legal consultations.
- Usage Data: Information on how you use the Website, such as IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, etc. This data helps us analyze and improve the Website’s performance.
2. Purpose of Collecting Your Information
We collect your information for the following purposes:
- Providing Legal Services: To offer you legal advice and representation, and to assist in any legal matters you may have.
- Communication: To respond to your queries, requests, or feedback, or to send you newsletters, legal updates, and information regarding our services.
- Improving Website Functionality: To analyze user behavior and improve our website and services.
- Compliance with Legal Obligations: To comply with the applicable laws, regulations, and professional obligations.
3. How We Use Your Information
Your personal information may be used in the following ways:
- To offer legal services and consult you regarding your legal matters.
- To communicate with you regarding appointments, legal updates, or other essential information.
- To improve the functionality and user experience of the Website.
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements or as requested by authorities.
4. Protection of Your Information
We prioritize the security of your personal data and implement reasonable security practices and procedures to safeguard your information. While we take precautions to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Sharing of Your Information
We do not share, sell, or rent your personal information to third parties except for the following:
- With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our Website, conducting our business, or providing legal services. These third-party service providers are obligated to keep your information confidential.
- Legal Obligations: If required by law, we may disclose your personal information to government authorities, regulatory bodies, or other entities to comply with legal processes, investigations, or orders.
6. Your Rights Regarding Your Personal Information
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information that we hold.
- Correction: Request the correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
- Withdraw Consent: If you have given consent for the use of your data, you may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us using the details below. However, this may affect our ability to provide services.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the contact details provided below.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather analytics data. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may affect your ability to use certain features of the Website.
8. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any linked websites before providing them with any personal information.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, after which it will be securely disposed of.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the revised policy will take effect immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at:
Advocate B.G. Vala & Associates
Mobile: +91 9898977075
Email: contact@advocatebgvala.in
Website: [www.advocatebgvala.in]
By using the Website or availing of our legal services, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.