California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

This California Privacy Policy section applies solely to residents of the State of California and supplements the general Privacy Policy of Silverback Legal LLP. It is provided in accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

1. Categories of Personal Information Collected

   We may collect the following categories of personal information from California residents:

• Identifiers such as name, email address, phone number, IP address, or other similar identifiers.
• Personal information categories under Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.80(e), such as name, address, phone number, and employment or insurance information.
• Protected classification characteristics under California or federal law, such as age or medical condition (only as necessary for legal services).
• Commercial information, including records of services requested.
• Internet or other electronic network activity information, such as browsing history and interactions with our website.
2. Sources of Personal Information

   We collect personal information directly from clients, through website forms, over the phone, via email, and through interactions with third parties such as law enforcement, insurance companies, and medical providers.

3. Use of Personal Information

   We use personal information for:

• Providing legal services
• Case management and communication
• Regulatory compliance
• Internal analytics and performance optimization
• Security and fraud prevention
4. Sharing of Personal Information

   We do not sell personal information. We may share personal information with:

• Co-counsel and legal partners (only as necessary)
• Service providers under contractual obligations
• Government or law enforcement if required by law
5. Your CCPA Rights

   As a California resident, you have the following rights:

• Right to Know: You may request disclosure of the personal information we collect, use, disclose, and the categories of sources.
• Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to legal exceptions.
• Right to Correct: You may request that we correct inaccurate personal information.
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: We do not sell or share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your CCPA rights.
6. Exercising Your Rights

   To submit a request under the CCPA, contact us by:

   • Email: [email protected]
   • Phone: +1 866.733.6225

   To verify your identity, we may ask for information that matches data we already hold. Requests made by authorized agents must include written permission.

7. 7. Data Retention

   We retain personal data as long as necessary for legal service provision and compliance with applicable laws. Specific retention periods vary depending on the type of data and legal obligations.

8. 8. Updates to This Notice

   We may update this California Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

For privacy questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Silverback Legal LLP
20 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 866.733.6225
Email: [email protected]