Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

The Barnes Firm (“The Barnes Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website https://www.thebarnesfirm.com (the “Service”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a transparent and secure manner.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our Service, as well as the choices and rights you have regarding your personal data. By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to operate effectively and provide you with the best possible experience.

A. Personal Data

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

• First and lase name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address (city, state, ZIP/postal code)
• Any information you submit through contact forms, chat features, or case evaluations

Usage and Technical Information

We may automatically collect certain information when you access the Service, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited, time and dates of visits, and time spent on pages
• Referring URLs
• Unique device identifiers and diagnostic data

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies (Cookie Policy)

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve our Service.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function properly, remember preferences, and collect analytics information.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation and security of the website.
• Performance & Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the website (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences and settings.
• Advertising Cookies (if applicable): Used to deliver relevant ads and measure advertising effectiveness

Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Cookie Consent and Choices
When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept, reject, or customize the use of non-essential cookies, as required by applicable law. Non-essential cookies (including analytics and advertising cookies) are not placed on your device unless you provide consent. You may update your cookie preferences or withdraw consent at any time through the cookie settings link available on our website or through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes including:

• Providing and maintaining the Service
• Responding to inquiries and requests for legal consultations
• Communicating with you about updates, services, or changes
• Improving website functionality, content, and user experience
• Monitoring and analyzing usage trends
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing security or technical issues
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

A. Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, analytics, marketing, or IT support. These providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

B. Legal Requirements

We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Investigate potential wrongdoing
• Protect the safety of users or the public
• Protect against legal liability

5. Analytics and Third-Party Tools

We may use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand website traffic and usage patterns. Google may collect data through cookies and other technologies. You can learn more about Google’s privacy practices at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

7. Data Security

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

8. Your Privacy Rights

A. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Request access to or deletion of personal information
• Correct inaccurate personal information
• Limit the use of sensitive personal information (if applicable)
• Not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a minor without appropriate consent, we will delete it promptly.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Use of Artificial Intelligence

The Barnes Firm may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence-enabled technologies, to support certain website functions such as content optimization, analytics, accessibility, or user communications. These tools are used to improve efficiency and user experience and do not provide legal advice, make legal determinations, or replace review by a licensed attorney.

We do not use artificial intelligence to make automated decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects concerning individuals. Personal information is not used to train artificial intelligence models in a manner that identifies individual users, except as permitted by law and applicable contracts.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Material changes may also be communicated via email or a prominent notice on the website.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at (800) 800-0000 or at info@thebarnesfirm.com