Set forth below is Bearstone Law, PLLC’s SMS Terms of Use policy, followed by the Firm’s General Privacy Policy:
SMS Terms of Use
Defined Terms
“Firm” refers to Bearstone Law, PLLC, located at 12800 Westridge Blvd. Ste. 141, Frisco, Texas 75035.
“Opting In,” “Opt In,” and “Opt-In” refer to requesting, joining, agreeing to, enrolling in, signing up for, acknowledging, responding to, or otherwise consenting to receive one or more text messages.
“SMS Terms” refers to these SMS Text Messaging Terms of Use.
“Text Message Service” includes any arrangement or situation in which the Firm sends one or more messages addressed to your mobile phone number, including text messages (such as SMS, MMS, or successor protocols or technologies).
Opt-In Consent to Text Messaging
By Opting In or otherwise utilizing the Firm’s Text Message Service, you agree to be bound by these Text Messaging Terms of Use (“SMS Terms”), as well as the Firm’s general Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, which are hereby incorporated into these SMS Terms by reference.
E-Sign Disclosure
By agreeing to receive text messages, you also consent to the use of an electronic record to document your agreement. You may withdraw your consent to the use of the electronic record by replying STOP.
Text Message Service Privacy Policy
The Firm holds your privacy with the utmost respect and care. The Firm uses information you provide through this service only to transmit your mobile messages and to respond to you. This includes, but is not limited to, sharing information with platform providers, phone companies, and other vendors who assist the Firm in the delivery of mobile messages.
Mobile information will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes. However, the Firm reserves the right to disclose any information if necessary to satisfy any law, regulation, or governmental request, to avoid liability to you or others, or to protect the Firm’s rights or property. This Text Message Service Privacy Policy applies to your use of the Text Message Service and isn’t intended to modify the Firm’s general Terms and Conditions or Privacy Policy (incorporated by reference), as these may govern the relationship between you and the Firm in other contexts.
Description of Intended Use and Message Types
When you opt in to receive text messages from the Firm, you agree to receive text messages containing information related to your legal matter and/or the Firm’s legal services. A few examples include the following:
- Client intake, consultation, scheduling, appointment confirmations, reminders, and updates
- Case status notifications
- Document or information requests
- Billing notices and payment confirmations
- Compliance notices and required disclosures
- Messages about prospective legal services, Firm events, and general announcements
Frequency of Text Messages
This Text Messaging Service is for conversational person-to-person communication between you and the Firm. The Firm may send you an initial message providing details about the service. After that, the number of text messages you receive will vary depending on the nature of your legal matter and whether you take steps to generate more text messages from the Firm (such as by sending a HELP request).
Costs of Text Messages
The Firm does not charge you for the messages you send and receive via this text message service. But message and data rates may apply, so depending on your plan with your wireless or other applicable provider, you may be charged by your carrier or other applicable provider.
Help Information
For help, text HELP to 469-505-1033 or contact the Firm at:
Email:
Phone:
Website:
https://bearstonelaw.com/contact
Principal Office Address:
Bearstone Law, PLLC
12800 Westridge Blvd. Ste. 141
Frisco, Texas 75035
Principal Managing Attorney:
Elijah Stone (Texas Bar License No. 24110413)
SMS Text Message Carrier Disclosure
Neither the Firm nor the wireless carriers are liable for messages that are delayed or undelivered. You acknowledge that message delivery is subject to effective transmission by your carrier and is beyond the Firm’s control.
Authorization & Eligibility
By Opting In, you represent that you are the owner or authorized user of the mobile phone number you provide and that you are at least 18 years old.
Data Collection and Use
The Firm collects and uses information as described in our General Privacy Policy. This includes your mobile number, message content, and related metadata for the purposes of delivering messages, maintaining program records, and providing legal services.
Opting Out of Text Messages
If you no longer wish to receive text messages, simply reply to any message with one of the following signals: STOP, QUIT, END, REVOKE, OPTOUT, CANCEL, or UNSUBSCRIBE. As a person-to-person communication service, opt-out requests are specific to each conversation. After unsubscribing, the Firm may send you final confirmation via text message.
Changes to These Terms of Use
The Firm may update these SMS Terms from time to time. Changes are effective upon posting on the Firm’s website. Your continued participation implies and hereby thus constitutes acceptance.
Legal Services Not Conditioned Upon Participation in SMS Text Messaging Service Program
Your consent to participate in the Firm’s Text Messaging Service is not a condition of obtaining legal services. You may always contact the Firm by phone, email, or in person to engage the Firm’s services without Opting In.
Dispute Resolution and Governing Law
In the unlikely event that a dispute arises from these SMS Terms, you agree that such dispute will be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflicts principles, and resolved in the courts of the State of Texas, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
How to Contact the Firm
Principal Office Address:
Bearstone Law, PLLC
12800 Westridge Blvd. Ste. 141
Frisco, Texas 75035
Phone:
Email:
Website:
General Privacy Policy
Bearstone Law, PLLC (“Bearstone Law,” “we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Firm“) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. We do that, in part, through this General Privacy Policy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained from visitors to the Firm’s website located at bearstonelaw.com (the “Website”).
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect both personal information and non-personal information from users of the Website.
A. Personal Information
Personal information is information that identifies you individually, which may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Any information you submit through contact forms, inquiry forms, or email communications
Submission of personal information through the Website is voluntary.
B. Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect certain non-identifying information when you visit the Website, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- Referring URLs
- Date and time of access
This information is used for analytical and operational purposes.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to inquiries and communications
- Evaluate potential attorney-client relationships
- Improve Website functionality and content
- Analyze Website usage and trends
- Maintain Website security
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Submitting information through this Website’s Contact Form or Case Evaluation Form does not create an attorney-client relationship. The Firm accepts new clients only through a written engagement agreement signed by both the attorney and the client.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze Website traffic.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may limit certain Website features.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
Bearstone Law, PLLC does not share, sell, or rent your mobile phone number or any personal information collected through SMS messaging with third parties for their marketing purposes. Not ever. Never have, never will. Your mobile number will only be used to send you the SMS messages you have opted in to receive.
In the normal course of the Firm’s business, however, some information necessarily must be shared and/or transmitted with the following types of entities in order to provide the legal services rendered by the Firm:
- Service providers who assist in Website operation or analytics
- Recipients necessary to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or governmental requests
- Entities necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bearstone Law, PLLC, or others
Any third-party service providers are reasonably required to maintain confidentiality and use any shared information only for authorized purposes of the Firm.
Data Security Risk
The Firm implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Relationship
Information submitted through this Website is not necessarily protected by the attorney-client privilege, since merely contacting the Firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship. The Firm accepts new clients only through a written engagement agreement signed by both the attorney and the client. Accordingly, unless and until a formal engagement agreement is executed with the Firm, please do not submit sensitive or confidential information through this Website.
Third-Party Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. You should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
This Website is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of certain communications
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any updates.
How to Contact the Firm
Principal Office Address:
Bearstone Law, PLLC
12800 Westridge Blvd. Ste. 141
Frisco, Texas 75035
Phone:
Email:
Website: