QUICK REFERENCE — YOUR KEY RIGHTS AT A GLANCE

Right / Protection	Where to Find It
What personal data we collect	Section 3
Why we collect your data	Section 4
Who receives your data	Section 5
How long we keep your data	Section 6
Your California privacy rights (CCPA/CPRA)	Section 9
Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information	Section 9.4
Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information	Section 9.5
Cookie controls and opt-out	Section 7
Google Ads & third-party advertising	Section 7.4
Attorney-client relationship disclaimer	Section 12
Case results disclaimer	Section 13
Children’s privacy (COPPA)	Section 10
How to contact us about privacy	Section 15
Accessibility	Section 14

Privacy Contact To submit a privacy request, ask a question, or report a concern: Email: joe@gallolawgroup.com | Phone: (949) 414-5508 | Mail: 3330 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

PART I INTRODUCTION & SCOPE

1. About This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy and Website Disclosures (“Policy”) describes how Gallo Law Accident Lawyer (“Gallo Law,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, discloses, retains, and protects personal information when you visit gallolawgroup.com (the “Site”), contact us by phone or email, or submit an inquiry through any form on the Site.

This Policy is intended to comply with the following legal frameworks, among others:

California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (CCPA/CPRA), Cal. Civ. Code §1798.100 et seq.
California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA), Bus. & Prof. Code §22575 et seq.
Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), 47 U.S.C. §227
CAN-SPAM Act of 2003, 15 U.S.C. §7701 et seq.
Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), 15 U.S.C. §6501 et seq.
Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act), 15 U.S.C. §45 (unfair or deceptive practices)
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title III, 42 U.S.C. §12181 et seq.
California Unruh Civil Rights Act, Cal. Civ. Code §51 et seq.
California Rules of Professional Conduct, Rules 1.4, 1.6, 1.18, 7.1, 7.2, and 7.3
California State Bar Act, Bus. & Prof. Code §6000 et seq.

Please read this Policy carefully. By using the Site, you acknowledge you have read and understood its terms.

2. Firm Identification & Attorney Responsible

Law Firm Name	Gallo Law Accident Lawyer
Responsible Attorney	Joseph Gallo, Esq.
California State Bar Number	SBN 318497
Principal Office Address	3330 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone	(949) 414-5508
General Email	joe@gallolawgroup.com
Privacy-Specific Email	joe@gallolawgroup.com
Website	gallolawgroup.com

California Rules of Professional Conduct — Rule 7.2(b) Every attorney advertisement must disclose the name and California State Bar license number of at least one attorney responsible for the communication. Joseph Gallo (SBN 318497) is the attorney responsible for all content on this website.

PART II INFORMATION WE COLLECT

3. Categories of Personal Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal information, as defined under the CCPA/CPRA (Cal. Civ. Code §1798.140):

CCPA Category	Specific Information Collected	How Collected
Identifiers	Full name, email address, phone number, IP address, device ID	Contact form, phone calls, cookies/tracking
Personal Records (§1798.80(e))	Home address, work address, telephone numbers	Contact form, client intake
Internet / Network Activity	Browser type, pages visited, entry paths, time on site, referring URL	Cookies, analytics platforms
Geolocation Data	Approximate location inferred from IP address	Analytics platforms
Sensitive Personal Information — Legal Matter Descriptions	Details of accidents, injuries, health conditions, treatment history, financial information disclosed in case descriptions	Contact form, phone consultations
Sensitive Personal Information — Health & Medical Data	Injury descriptions, medical history, treatment details volunteered by prospective clients	Contact form, intake calls
Professional / Employment Info	Employer name if disclosed; occupation if relevant to damages	Client intake, contact form
Communications	Content of emails, messages, voicemails, and call transcripts (where applicable)	Direct communications
Inference Data	Profiles drawn from above data to assess legal matter type and case characteristics	Internal analysis

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you complete a contact form, call our office, send an email, or otherwise communicate with us, you may provide:

Your full name (first and last)
Phone number(s)
Email address
Home and/or work address
A description of your legal matter — which may include sensitive details about an accident, injuries, health conditions, medical treatment, insurance coverage, and financial circumstances

You are never required to submit sensitive details through an online form. You may call us directly at (949) 414-5508 if you prefer to discuss your matter verbally.

3.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, web beacons, pixels, server logs, and similar technologies. This includes:

Internet Protocol (IP) address
Browser type and version
Operating system and device type
Pages viewed and time spent on each page
Referring website URL (the site you visited before ours)
Date and time of your visit
Clickstream data (sequence of pages visited)
Approximate geographic location (city/region level, derived from IP address)

This information is collected even if you do not submit a contact form. It does not directly identify you by name but may constitute personal information under the CCPA/CPRA when combined with other data we hold.

3.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:

Referral partners or co-counsel who refer a matter to us
Publicly available sources (such as court records, news articles, or social media, when relevant to an active matter)
Advertising platforms (such as Google Ads) that provide aggregate or pseudonymous audience data
Review platforms (such as Google Reviews, Avvo) when you leave a public review

3.4 Information We Do Not Collect

We do not intentionally collect:

Precise geolocation data (GPS-level coordinates)
Biometric identifiers or information
Financial account numbers (credit card, bank account) through the website — we accept no payment through this Site
Any personal information from individuals we know to be under the age of 13

PART III HOW WE USE & SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

4. How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information only for the following purposes. We do not use your personal information for any purpose incompatible with those listed here without providing additional notice and, where required, obtaining your consent.

Responding to Inquiries	To respond to your contact form submission, voicemail, email, or call, including to schedule a free consultation.
Legal Services Evaluation	To evaluate whether we can assist with your legal matter and to provide preliminary legal guidance during a free consultation.
Client Intake & Representation	If you retain the firm, to provide legal services pursuant to a written fee agreement.
Internal Administration	To maintain records of communications, manage case files (if retained), and operate the firm’s administrative functions.
Website Improvement	To understand how visitors use the Site, identify technical issues, and improve content and user experience.
Legal Compliance	To comply with applicable laws, court orders, professional responsibility rules, and regulatory requirements.
Security	To detect, investigate, and prevent unauthorized access, fraud, or other illegal activity.
Communications	To send follow-up communications related to your inquiry; to send scheduling confirmations; and, with your consent, to send newsletters or firm updates.
Advertising & Analytics	To measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and understand how users find the Site. See Section 7 for cookie and advertising details.

We Do Not Sell Your Personal Information for Marketing Gallo Law does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to data brokers, marketing companies, or any third parties for their own marketing purposes. Google Ads interest-based advertising on this Site involves the “sharing” of cookie/pseudonymous data as defined under CPRA. See Section 9.4 for your opt-out rights.

5. Disclosure of Personal Information to Third Parties

We disclose personal information only as described below. We do not disclose personal information to third parties for their independent marketing purposes.

5.1 Service Providers

We share information with service providers who assist in operating the Site and providing services. These providers are contractually required to process your information only on our behalf and subject to our instructions. Current categories of service providers include:

Website hosting and maintenance providers
Website analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
Advertising platforms (e.g., Google Ads — see Section 7.4)
Email and communication service providers
Case management and legal software platforms
Cloud storage and backup services
Cybersecurity and fraud prevention services

We take reasonable steps to ensure that service providers maintain appropriate security safeguards. We do not permit service providers to use your personal information for their own independent purposes.

5.2 Referral Attorneys and Co-Counsel

If your matter requires expertise outside our practice areas or is located outside our geographic scope, we may — with your explicit consent — refer your matter to or consult with other attorneys. Before any such referral or consultation, we will: (a) inform you of the nature of the referral, (b) obtain your written consent, and (c) ensure the receiving attorney is subject to comparable confidentiality obligations.

5.3 Legal and Professional Obligations

We may disclose personal information when required by law or professional obligation, including:

In response to a court order, subpoena, or valid legal process
To comply with reporting obligations under applicable law
To the California State Bar or other professional licensing authority in connection with professional responsibility obligations
To prevent or investigate fraud, illegal activity, or threats to safety
In connection with the sale, merger, or reorganization of the firm — in which case we will notify affected individuals and ensure the successor firm is bound by this Policy

5.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose disclosed to you at the time of collection, or otherwise with your explicit written consent.

5.5 Aggregated or De-Identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified information — information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you — for research, analytics, or industry reporting purposes. We do not attempt to re-identify de-identified data, and we contractually prohibit recipients from doing so.

5.6 We Do Not Sell Personal Information

Gallo Law does not sell personal information to third parties as defined under Cal. Civ. Code §1798.140(ad)(1). We do not knowingly sell personal information of any consumer, including consumers under the age of 16.

PART IV DATA RETENTION

6. How Long We Retain Personal Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, as required by applicable law, or as necessary to fulfill our professional obligations. Our general retention schedule is as follows:

Data Type	Retention Period	Legal Basis for Retention
Prospective Client Inquiry (no retention)	2 years from date of inquiry	CA RPC 1.18; potential claims
Active Client Files	Duration of representation + 7 years post-closure	CA RPC 1.16(e); State Bar guidelines
Financial Records / Billing	7 years from transaction	Federal and California tax law
Website Analytics (cookies)	Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default); session cookies deleted on browser close	Legitimate interest / consent
Marketing Communications	Until opt-out + 3 years	CAN-SPAM; TCPA compliance record
Security / Server Logs	90 days (rolling)	Cybersecurity and fraud detection
Employee / HR Records	Not applicable — personnel records maintained separately	CA Labor Code

When personal information is no longer required, we securely dispose of it using industry-standard methods (e.g., electronic data destruction meeting NIST SP 800-88 standards; physical shredding for paper records). Note that we may retain information longer if required by a legal hold, ongoing litigation, regulatory investigation, or applicable law.

PART V COOKIES, TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES & ADVERTISING

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

7.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. They allow the website to recognize your browser across pages and sessions, remember your preferences, and gather usage information. Cookies cannot access other files on your computer or execute programs.

7.2 Categories of Cookies We Use

Category	Purpose	Can You Opt Out?
Strictly Necessary	Required for the Site to function (e.g., security, form submission). Cannot be disabled without breaking core site functions.	No (required for site function)
Performance / Analytics	Collect anonymized data on how visitors use the Site (pages visited, time on site, errors). Used to improve Site performance. Provided primarily by Google Analytics.	Yes — see Section 7.3 & 7.4
Functional	Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region). Improve user experience.	Yes — via browser settings
Targeting / Advertising	Track your online activity across websites to deliver relevant ads. Primarily the Google DART cookie (Google Ads). This constitutes ‘sharing’ under CPRA.	Yes — see Section 7.4 & 9.4

7.3 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC (“Google”). Google Analytics places cookies on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior patterns in anonymized, aggregated form. The information collected is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf.

We have enabled IP anonymization (IP masking) in Google Analytics, which causes Google to truncate IP addresses within EU member states and other parties to the agreement on the European Economic Area prior to transmission. The full IP address will be transmitted to and shortened by Google servers only in exceptional cases.

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you may:

Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Use your browser’s built-in privacy controls (e.g., Do Not Track, private/incognito mode)
Use a privacy-focused browser extension (e.g., uBlock Origin, Privacy Badger)

7.4 Google Ads and the DART Cookie

We use Google Ads (Google LLC) to advertise on third-party websites. Google uses the DART cookie to serve ads to visitors of this Site based on their visit to our Site and other sites on the Internet. This involves the use of and potential transfer of your personal information to Google for interest-based advertising purposes.

Under the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), interest-based advertising that involves the disclosure of your personal information to an advertising platform constitutes “sharing” of personal information — even when no money is exchanged. You have the right to opt out of such sharing. See Section 9.4 for how to exercise this right.

You may opt out of Google’s interest-based advertising at any time by visiting:

Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
Network Advertising Initiative opt-out: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out: https://optout.aboutads.info

7.5 How to Manage Cookies

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies. You can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Instructions for major browsers:

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block All Cookies
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this Site and other websites you visit. Strictly Necessary cookies cannot be disabled through browser settings without impairing core site functions.

7.6 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers transmit “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. Because there is currently no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals, this Site does not currently alter its data collection or use practices in response to DNT signals from your browser. We will continue to monitor developments in DNT standards and update this policy accordingly.

PART VI SECURITY & DATA PROTECTION

8. Security Measures

Gallo Law takes the security of your personal information seriously. We implement the following technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction:

8.1 Technical Safeguards

Transport Layer Security (TLS/SSL) encryption for all data transmitted to and from the Site
Encryption of sensitive data at rest where practicable
Regular vulnerability scanning and security assessments of the Site
Access controls limiting personnel access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Multi-factor authentication for access to systems containing personal information
Automated intrusion detection and monitoring systems

8.2 Administrative Safeguards

Confidentiality agreements and professional responsibility obligations binding all personnel
Annual data security training for all firm staff
Vendor assessment procedures before engaging new service providers
Incident response procedures for detecting, containing, and reporting data breaches

8.3 Physical Safeguards

Locked storage for physical files containing personal information
Secure disposal of physical documents (cross-cut shredding)
Restricted physical access to office computing systems

While we take these precautions, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at privacy@gallolawgroup.com or (949) 414-5508.

8.4 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that compromises your unencrypted personal information, we will notify affected individuals as required by California Civil Code §1798.82 (the California data breach notification law). Notification will be provided in the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay. Where a security breach affects more than 500 California residents, we will also notify the California Attorney General. In the event of a broader breach, we will follow applicable notification requirements under other state and federal law.

PART VII CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA / CPRA)

9. Your California Privacy Rights

Who This Section Applies To This Section applies to California residents, as defined in Cal. Civ. Code §1798.140(g). If you are a California resident, you have the following rights with respect to your personal information under the CCPA (as amended by the CPRA, effective January 1, 2023).

9.1 Right to Know (§1798.100 & §1798.110)

You have the right to request that we disclose:

The categories of personal information we have collected about you
The categories of sources from which we collected your personal information
Our business or commercial purpose for collecting, selling, or sharing your personal information
The categories of third parties to whom we disclosed your personal information
The specific pieces of personal information we collected about you (a “data portability” request)

We will respond to a verified Right to Know request within 45 days of receipt. We may extend the response period by an additional 45 days (90 days total) if reasonably necessary, in which case we will notify you of the extension within the initial 45-day period and explain the reason for the extension.

9.2 Right to Delete (§1798.105)

You have the right to request that we delete personal information we collected from you, subject to certain exceptions. We may deny a deletion request if retaining the information is necessary to:

Complete the transaction for which the personal information was collected or provide a requested service
Detect security incidents or protect against illegal activity
Debug to identify and repair errors
Exercise free speech, ensure another consumer exercises their free speech rights, or exercise another right provided for by law
Comply with a legal obligation (including our obligations under the California Rules of Professional Conduct regarding file retention)
Make other internal and lawful uses of the information that are compatible with the context in which you provided it

If we deny your deletion request in whole or in part, we will inform you of the reason(s) within the 45-day response window.

9.3 Right to Correct (§1798.106)

You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information that we maintain about you. Upon receipt of a verified request to correct, we will use commercially reasonable efforts to correct the inaccurate information. We will respond within 45 days of receipt.

9.4 Right to Opt Out of Sale or Sharing (§1798.120)

You have the right to direct us to not sell or share your personal information. As noted in Section 5.6, we do not sell personal information. However, our use of Google Ads’ DART cookie constitutes “sharing” personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes under the CPRA, because it involves disclosing pseudonymous browsing data to Google LLC for advertising purposes.

To opt out of the sharing of your personal information for advertising purposes:

Click the “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link in the footer of this website
Visit Google Ad Settings at https://adssettings.google.com and opt out of personalized advertising
Submit a written opt-out request to joe@gallolawgroup.com
Use the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal from a compatible browser — we honor GPC signals as a valid opt-out request under CPRA regulations

We will process your opt-out request and cease sharing your personal information for the stated advertising purpose within 15 business days of receipt of a verified request.

9.5 Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information (§1798.121)

The CPRA grants you the right to limit the use and disclosure of your sensitive personal information (“SPI”) to uses necessary to provide the services you requested. Under §1798.140(ae), sensitive personal information includes, among other categories, personal information that reveals the content of communications, financial account details, health conditions, and the contents of a consumer’s email.

When you describe your legal matter through our contact form or in a consultation, you may disclose SPI (e.g., injury details, health information, financial circumstances). We use this SPI solely to evaluate and provide legal services — we do not use it for advertising, profiling, or any purpose beyond the legal matter you brought to us.

To request limitation on our use of your sensitive personal information, submit a request to: joe@gallolawgroup.com. We will confirm the categories of SPI we hold and the purposes for which we use it.

9.6 Right of No Retaliation / Non-Discrimination (§1798.125)

We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights. This means we will not:

Deny you services
Charge you different prices or rates
Provide you a different level or quality of service
Suggest that you may receive a different price, rate, level, or quality of service

Exercising your privacy rights will never affect our willingness to provide you with a free legal consultation or to represent you in your legal matter.

9.7 Right to Data Portability (§1798.100(d))

If you make a Right to Know request and we have collected personal information from you, you have the right to receive a copy of your personal information in a portable, readily usable format that allows you to transmit the information to another entity without hindrance. We will provide data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format such as CSV or PDF upon request.

9.8 How to Submit a Privacy Request

To exercise any of the rights described in this Section, you may:

Email us at: joe@gallolawgroup.com with the subject line “California Privacy Rights Request”
Call us at: (949) 414-5508
Mail us at: Gallo Law Accident Lawyer, ATTN: Privacy Rights, 3330 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Your request must include sufficient information for us to verify your identity (e.g., the name and email address associated with your inquiry), and must describe your request with enough detail for us to understand, evaluate, and respond to it. We will not require you to create an account with us to make a request.

Identity Verification We are required to verify your identity before processing a Right to Know (specific pieces) or Right to Delete request. We will use the information you provided when you first contacted us (name, email, phone number) to verify your identity. We will not use this verification data for any purpose other than verification, and we will not store it beyond the verification process.

9.9 Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to submit a privacy request on your behalf. To do so, you must provide the authorized agent with written permission signed by you, and we may require you to verify your own identity directly with us. We may deny a request from an agent who does not submit proof that they have been authorized by you to act on your behalf.

9.10 Response Timelines

We will respond to verifiable consumer requests as follows:

Initial Acknowledgment	Within 10 business days of receipt of your request
Standard Response (all rights)	Within 45 calendar days of receipt of a verified request
Extended Response (complex/numerous requests)	Up to 90 calendar days total, with notice of extension within the initial 45-day period
Opt-Out Requests (Sections 9.4 and 9.5)	Within 15 business days

9.11 Shine the Light (Cal. Civ. Code §1798.83)

California Civil Code §1798.83 (“Shine the Light”) permits California residents to request information about our disclosure of personal information to third parties for those third parties’ direct marketing purposes. As stated in this Policy, we do not disclose personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. California residents may nonetheless submit a Shine the Light request to joe@gallolawgroup.com.

9.12 Notice of Financial Incentive (§1798.125(b))

We do not offer any financial incentives or price differences conditioned on the collection, sale, or retention of personal information. We therefore have no financial incentive program to disclose under §1798.125(b).

PART VIII CHILDREN’S PRIVACY (COPPA)

10. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 13. Our legal services are available to adults and to minors through their parents or legal guardians.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under the age of 13 has provided personal information to us through this Site without your consent, please contact us immediately at joe@gallolawgroup.com or (949) 414-5508. We will promptly review and delete the information.

This Site is also not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16 for advertising or data-sharing purposes. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a consumer under 16 for such purposes without appropriate consent, we will delete that information.

Note Regarding Minors as Claimants Personal injury cases frequently involve minors as injured parties. When a parent or guardian contacts us on behalf of a minor child, we collect information about the parent or guardian and the circumstances of the minor’s injury. In such cases, the parent or guardian is the individual interacting with the Site, and COPPA requirements apply to any information the minor may directly provide. We do not solicit information directly from minors.

PART IX EXTERNAL LINKS, THIRD-PARTY SITES & COMMUNICATIONS

11. Links to External Websites

This Site may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites, including social media platforms, review sites, court websites, and legal resource sites. These links are provided for your information and convenience only.

When you leave this Site by following a link, you are subject to the privacy policies and practices of the destination website. We have no control over, and accept no responsibility for, the content, privacy practices, or security of any third-party website. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every website you visit before providing any personal information.

The presence of a link on this Site does not constitute an endorsement of any third-party website, product, service, or company.

11A. Telephone & Electronic Communications

TCPA Consent Disclosure

By providing your telephone number on the contact form or by calling this firm, you understand and agree that Gallo Law Accident Lawyer may contact you at the number provided regarding your legal inquiry. Where automated dialing systems, pre-recorded messages, or text messages are used, we will obtain your prior express written consent before doing so, consistent with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), 47 U.S.C. §227, and the Federal Communications Commission’s regulations, including the one-to-one consent rule effective January 27, 2025.

TCPA Consent — Placed on Contact Form By providing your phone number and submitting the contact form, you consent to receive calls and/or text messages from Gallo Law Accident Lawyer at the number provided, which may use automated technology or pre-recorded messages. Consent is not a condition of receiving legal services. Message and data rates may apply. To opt out of text communications at any time, reply STOP. For help, reply HELP.

CAN-SPAM Compliance

All commercial email communications sent by this firm comply with the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003. Each commercial email will:

Clearly identify the sender as Gallo Law Accident Lawyer
Provide an accurate, non-deceptive subject line
Include a clear and conspicuous opt-out mechanism
Include our valid physical mailing address: 3330 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

To opt out of commercial email communications from us, click the “unsubscribe” link in any email we send, or email us at joe@gallolawgroup.com with the subject line “Unsubscribe.” We will process opt-out requests within 10 business days.

PART X ATTORNEY ADVERTISING & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY DISCLOSURES

12. Attorney-Client Relationship Disclaimer

IMPORTANT NOTICE — READ BEFORE SUBMITTING ANY FORM Neither visiting this website, reviewing its content, submitting the contact form, nor speaking with a representative of this firm during a free consultation creates an attorney-client relationship between you and Gallo Law Accident Lawyer or Joseph Gallo. An attorney-client relationship is established only upon the mutual execution of a written Fee Agreement signed by both you and an attorney of this firm. Until such an agreement is signed, we have no duty of representation and you should not refrain from seeking legal advice from other attorneys.

The content of this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information provided is general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances. Laws change frequently and vary by jurisdiction. Under no circumstances should you make legal decisions based solely upon the information provided on this website without first consulting a qualified attorney.

Contacting this firm does not create a duty of confidentiality under California Evidence Code §952, except to the extent that California Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1.18 imposes confidentiality obligations with respect to information learned from prospective clients. We encourage you not to share sensitive personal details until you have discussed the representation with us and we have determined whether a conflict exists and whether we can assist you.

13. Attorney Advertising — Past Results Disclaimer

PAST RESULTS DISCLAIMER — Required by California Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.1 Case results, settlement amounts, and verdicts described on this website represent the outcomes of past matters and are provided for informational purposes only. Past results do not guarantee, predict, or warrant a similar outcome in any future case. The results represent an estimate that is lower than the actual settlement amount for aesthetics, and some of the results are from Joseph Gallo’s career as a whole rather than only results of the entity Gallo Law, APC. Every legal matter is unique, and the outcome of any particular case depends upon its specific facts, applicable law, and many other factors that may differ from prior cases. Settlement amounts and verdicts are reported before deduction of attorney fees, litigation costs, and medical liens. The cases described were not necessarily handled by the same attorney who would handle your matter.

13A. Attorney Advertising — General Disclosure

This website constitutes attorney advertising under the California Rules of Professional Conduct. Prior to retaining any attorney, you should review all materials carefully and consider applicable professional qualifications.

Joseph Gallo is licensed to practice law in the State of California. California State Bar Number: SBN 318497. This firm does not hold itself out as being licensed to practice law in any state in which it is not licensed. Descriptions of services on this website are limited to the jurisdictions in which Joseph Gallo is licensed.

PART XI ACCESSIBILITY

14. Website Accessibility

Gallo Law Accident Lawyer is committed to ensuring that this website is accessible to individuals with disabilities, consistent with the requirements of Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 42 U.S.C. §12181 et seq., and the California Unruh Civil Rights Act, Cal. Civ. Code §51 et seq.

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, language, learning, and neurological disabilities.

If you experience any difficulty accessing the content of this website, please contact us:

Accessibility Contact Email	joe@gallolawgroup.com
Phone	(949) 414-5508 (TTY/relay calls accepted)
Mailing Address	3330 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to accessibility-related requests within 5 business days and to provide any content in an accessible alternative format. We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of this website and will work to continuously improve your experience.

PART XII CONTACT, UPDATES & GOVERNING LAW

15. How to Contact Us About Privacy

For any privacy-related requests, questions, concerns, or complaints — including to exercise any of the rights described in Section 9 — please contact the firm’s designated Privacy Contact:

Privacy Contact Name	Joseph Gallo, Esq. (or designated Privacy Coordinator)
Email	joe@gallolawgroup.com
Phone	(949) 414-5508
Mailing Address	Gallo Law Accident Lawyer, ATTN: Privacy, 3330 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Response Time — Privacy Requests	Initial acknowledgment within 10 business days; full response within 45 calendar days
Response Time — General Inquiries	Within 1 business hour during office hours

If you are not satisfied with our response to a privacy complaint or inquiry, you may contact the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) at https://cppa.ca.gov, or the California Attorney General’s Office at https://oag.ca.gov. You may also have the right to file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at https://www.ftc.gov.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable law, or regulatory guidance. When we make material changes, we will:

Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
Display a prominent notice on the homepage of the Site for at least 30 days following the update
Where feasible and appropriate, notify individuals who have provided us with an email address

Non-material changes (such as typographical corrections, clarifications, or formatting updates) may be made without advance notice. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes your acknowledgment of those changes.

If we intend to use personal information previously collected in a manner materially different from that described in the policy in effect when the information was collected, we will provide you with choice before doing so where required by law.

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy and any disputes arising from or related to it shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal proceedings arising under this Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Orange County, California.

For California residents, certain rights and remedies may also be available under the California Consumer Privacy Act, the California Attorney General Act, and related regulations, including the right to bring a private right of action under Cal. Civ. Code §1798.150 for unauthorized access and disclosure of certain categories of personal information.

18. Entire Agreement; Severability

This Privacy Policy, together with any additional terms and conditions posted on this Site, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Gallo Law Accident Lawyer with respect to the subject matter hereof. If any provision of this Policy is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable under applicable law, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.