Privacy Policy

Introduction

Matern Law Group, PC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, https://www.maternlawgroup.com (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information, and describes your rights under California law.

This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through the Website and does not govern information obtained through other means.

No Attorney–Client Relationship Created

Contacting us through this website does not create an attorney–client relationship.

• Do not submit confidential or sensitive information unless and until an attorney–client relationship has been formally established through a written agreement.
• Information submitted prior to that time may not be treated as privileged or confidential.

Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information, as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”):

Identifiers

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• IP address
• Online identifiers

Professional or Employment-Related Information

• Employer name
• Job title
• Workplace issues or disputes described in contact or intake forms

Internet or Network Activity

• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited and interactions with the website

Sensitive Personal Information (as defined by CPRA)

• Information submitted regarding employment disputes, harassment, retaliation, wages, or termination
• We collect such information only when voluntarily provided and solely for legal evaluation and communication purposes.

Sources of Personal Information

We collect personal information from:

• You, directly (via contact forms, comments, or communications)
• Your browser or device (via cookies and similar technologies)
• Third-party service providers that support Website functionality

How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries and requests for information
• To evaluate potential legal matters
• To communicate regarding our services
• To operate, maintain, and secure the Website
• To comply with legal and ethical obligations
• To prevent fraud, spam, or misuse of the Website

We do not use personal information for automated decision-making or profiling.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to support functionality and user experience.

Types of Cookies Used

• Functional cookies (e.g., remembering preferences)
• Security cookies (e.g., login authentication)
• Analytics cookies (limited, non-sale use)

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some Website features may not function properly.

Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose personal information to:

• Website hosting providers
• IT, security, and spam-prevention vendors
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

We do not sell personal information. We do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes described in this Policy
• Comply with legal, ethical, and professional obligations
• Resolve disputes or enforce agreements

Retention periods vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.

Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA/CPRA:

• Right to Know what personal information we collect and how it is used
• Right to Delete personal information, subject to legal exceptions
• Right to Correct inaccurate personal information
• Right to Limit the use of sensitive personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

How to Exercise Your Rights

You may submit a privacy rights request by:

• Email: [info@maternlawgroup.com]
• Web form: [https://www.maternlawgroup.com/contact/]
  

We may need to verify your identity before processing your request. We will respond within the timeframes required by California law.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Content and Links

The Website may include links or embedded content from third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties, and this Policy does not apply to their activities.

Children’s Information

This Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

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

Matern Law Group, PC
12101 E. El Segundo Blvd., Suite 403
El Segundo, CA 90245