Privacy Policy

Hammerhead Legal ("Hammerhead Legal," "we," "our," or "us") values and respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, submit information, or engage with our legal and administrative Services.

By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy and agree to the practices described herein. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information collected by Hammerhead Legal through our website and online forms; email, phone, or other electronic communications; any client intake or consultation process; and any interaction with our Services or legal team. This Policy does not apply to information collected by third-party websites or platforms that may link to or from our website.

Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information from you. The categories of information we collect include:

a. Information You Provide Directly

When you contact or engage Hammerhead Legal, you may provide:

• Contact Information: Your name, phone number, email address, physical address, or other identifying details.
• Case Details: Descriptions of unwanted calls, texts, or communications; dates and times; phone numbers; and any associated evidence or screenshots.
• Documents or Files: Any records, contracts, screenshots, or correspondence relevant to your potential claim.
• Communications: Information you provide in emails, web forms, or phone calls with our staff or attorneys.

We collect this information only when you voluntarily provide it to us.

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect limited technical and usage information, such as:

• IP Address and Device Information (including browser type, operating system, and referring URLs);
• Usage Data (including pages visited, time spent on pages, navigation paths, and general site performance metrics);
• Cookies and Tracking Identifiers (small data files that help us understand and improve website performance and user experience).

We collect this information through cookies, analytics services, and similar technologies.

Legal Bases for Processing Information

Depending on your jurisdiction, we may rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal information, Consent for when you voluntarily provide information for evaluation or contact purposes. Contractual necessity when processing is necessary to prepare or fulfill an attorney client relationship or service agreement. Legal obligation to comply with applicable laws, subpoenas, or court orders. Legitimate interests to maintain and improve our operations, prevent fraud, and ensure security.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Case Evaluation: To review the facts of your potential claim and determine eligibility for legal representation.
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide case updates, or send administrative notices.
• Service Delivery: To provide legal or administrative services consistent with your request.
• Compliance and Legal Obligations: To meet professional, ethical, and regulatory requirements under applicable law.
• Analytics and Improvement: To evaluate website performance, user behavior, and enhance our overall Services.
• Fraud Prevention and Security: To protect against unauthorized access, misuse, or fraudulent activity.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information for monetary or marketing purposes.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We share personal information only when necessary and under controlled conditions. Information may be shared with, internal Personnel such as Licensed attorneys, legal assistants, and administrative staff working on your matter. Service providers such as trusted third-party vendors that support our business operations (e.g., secure hosting, email, data management). Legal or regulatory authorities when required to comply with applicable laws, court orders, or lawful requests. Successor Entities in the event of a merger, reorganization, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality obligations.

All third parties that access personal data are required to use it solely for the purposes outlined by Hammerhead Legal and maintain strict data security standards.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies, pixels, and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior and site traffic; to optimize website design and user experience; and to monitor and prevent technical issues. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies; however, doing so may affect site functionality.

Data Security

Hammerhead Legal uses administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. These measures include:

• Secure servers and encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS);
• Restricted employee access to personal data; and
• Regular monitoring and system audits.

While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain privacy rights, including the right to access which includes you may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, request a correction of inaccurate or incomplete information, request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or professional retention requirements, request limits on how your information is processed and to decline to receive marketing or informational emails (you may still receive administrative communications).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@hammerheadlegal.com. We will verify your identity before processing your request to protect your privacy.

Retention of Information

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to: Fulfill the purposes described in this Policy; Provide ongoing legal services or support; Comply with professional obligations, court orders, or applicable laws; and Maintain business and accounting records. When retention is no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are intended for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect or store personal data from anyone under 18. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, we will promptly delete it.

Data Transfers

Hammerhead Legal operates in the United States. By using our Services, you understand and consent that your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your country of residence.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When changes are made, we will post the updated version with a revised Effective Date. Significant changes will be communicated via our website or email when appropriate.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at: