Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how John Marvin, Esq. / Pipas Law Group ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects information obtained through stpeteaccidentlawyer.com and any related communications, forms, or automated systems. By using this website you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you submit a contact form, claim estimate request, or otherwise communicate with us through this website, we may collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number (including cell phone number for SMS communications)
• Details about your accident, injury, or legal matter
• Location and date of the incident
• Insurance information you voluntarily provide
• Any other information you choose to share

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit this website, our servers and technology partners may automatically collect:

• IP address and general geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website or search query
• Date and time of your visit
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

1.3 Communications Data

If you contact us by telephone, email, SMS, or through the chat widget on this website, we may retain records of those communications, including call logs, message content, and timestamps, for quality assurance, follow-up, and legal compliance purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiry and evaluate whether we can assist with your legal matter
• To schedule and confirm consultations and appointments
• To send appointment reminders via email and SMS (with your consent)
• To follow up on your inquiry regarding your potential personal injury claim
• To improve our website, services, and client communications
• To comply with applicable Florida Bar rules and professional obligations
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• To protect the rights, property, and safety of our firm, clients, and the public

3. SMS / Text Message Communications

SMS and automated communication services for this website are facilitated through Growth Trend Digital Marketing's proprietary marketing and automation platform. By consenting to SMS communications, you acknowledge that message transmission is subject to carrier availability and that we are not responsible for carrier-related delays or failures.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and improve our services. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You may configure your browser to refuse cookies; however, doing so may limit the functionality of certain features of this website.

We may use the following types of cookies:

• Essential cookies — necessary for the website to function properly
• Analytics cookies — to understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Functional cookies — to remember your preferences and improve your experience
• Marketing/advertising cookies — to deliver relevant content (if applicable)

5. Technology & Service Providers

We use carefully selected technology and service providers to assist in operating our website and delivering our services. These providers may have access to your personal information solely for the purpose of performing services on our behalf and are contractually obligated to maintain its confidentiality. Our service providers include:

• Growth Trend Digital Marketing — website design, hosting, marketing platform, appointment scheduling, and automated communication services
• Google Analytics — website traffic analysis
• Google Business Profile — local search presence
• Email and SMS communication infrastructure managed through our marketing platform

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

6. Attorney-Client Privilege & Confidentiality

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, to comply with our legal and professional obligations under Florida Bar rules, and to resolve any disputes. Information submitted through contact forms may be retained indefinitely for conflict-of-interest checking and professional responsibility compliance.

You may contact us to request deletion of your information, subject to our legal and professional obligations.

8. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and disclaim liability for unauthorized access resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

9. Children's Privacy

This website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and professional obligations
• Opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP
• Opt out of email communications by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly
• Request information about how your data is processed

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the information provided below.

11. Florida-Specific Disclosures

This website is operated from and governed by the laws of the State of Florida. We comply with applicable Florida privacy laws and the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct governing the confidentiality of client information. Florida residents may have additional rights under Florida law. For questions about your Florida privacy rights, contact us directly.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted to this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of this website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

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