Privacy Policy for Smith Beer, LLC

Last Updated: April 27, 2025

Introduction

Smith Beer, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and disclosed by Smith Beer, LLC. This Privacy Policy applies to our website, www.smithbeerlaw.com, and our client communication services.

Information We Collect

We collect information from you when you visit our website, use our services, or communicate with us. The types of information we may collect include:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, telephone number, postal address, and other information you provide when filling out our contact form.

  • Case Information: Details about your legal matter that you share with us.

  • Communication Information: Records of communications between you and our firm.

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical details when you visit our website.

How We Collect Information

We collect information through various channels:

  1. Direct Collection: Information you provide directly to us through our contact forms, email communications, telephone conversations, or in-person meetings.

  2. Verbal Collection: Smith Beer, LLC collects opt-in verbally from our clients. Clients may opt in to receive messages either in person at our office or over the phone when they call. When a client is registered for the first time, they are asked to provide a phone number, and our staff is trained to ask if the client would like to opt in to SMS-based notifications. They will be verbally informed that "Message and data rates may apply," "Message frequency may vary," and they can "text HELP for support or more information and STOP to unsubscribe at any time." They will also be informed that their phone number will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

  3. Automated Collection: Information collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for various purposes, including to:

  • Provide legal services and fulfill our contractual obligations to you

  • Communicate with you about your case or legal matters

  • Respond to your inquiries and requests

  • Send important notices and updates

  • Improve our services and website

  • Comply with legal obligations

Text and SMS Service

By providing your phone number to Smith Beer, LLC, you agree and acknowledge that Smith Beer, LLC may send text messages to your wireless phone number regarding case details, and ask for documents, including status updates and reminders for important dates or notifications. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency will vary, and you will be able to Opt-out by replying "STOP" to unsubscribe or "HELP" for further assistance.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers who perform services on our behalf

  • Professional advisors, such as auditors, lawyers, and consultants

  • Legal authorities when required by law

  • Parties involved in potential business transactions, such as mergers or acquisitions

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Accessing your personal information

  • Correcting inaccurate information

  • Deleting your personal information

  • Withdrawing consent for future communications

  • Opting out of text messages by replying "STOP"

Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Revised" date and the updated version will be effective as soon as it is accessible.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Smith Beer, LLC
120 Olive Street, Suite 100
Avondale Estates, Georgia 30002
Phone: (404) 796-7295
Email: privacy@smithbeerlaw.com