Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025 · Last Updated: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Mass Tort Near You ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website masstortnearyou.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or submit a case review form. Please read this policy carefully. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- State of residence
- Information about your potential legal claim (tort type, injury details)
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website or source
- Device type and operating system
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Evaluate your potential eligibility for a mass tort lawsuit
- Connect you with qualified, licensed attorneys who specialize in mass tort litigation
- Communicate with you regarding your case review submission
- Improve our Site and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your personal information with:
- Partnered Law Firms: We share your case review information with licensed attorneys and law firms who may be able to represent you. This is the primary purpose of our service.
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us with website hosting, analytics, and communications.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or legal process.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes unrelated to legal services.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior. These technologies help us analyze site traffic, customize content, and improve your experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards 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, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. If you request deletion of your data, we will make reasonable efforts to comply, subject to any legal obligations to retain certain information.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your state of residence, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
9. California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Mass Tort Near You
Email: privacy@masstortnearyou.com