Privacy Policy

Harris, Finley & Bogle, P.C.

1. Introduction

Harris, Finley & Bogle, P.C. ("HFB," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website and online services.

By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily submit, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Mailing address
  • Company or organization name
  • Information submitted through contact forms
  • Information included in communications with us

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Aggregated website usage and analytics data (such as clickstream data, session duration, and page interaction metrics)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use:

  • Essential cookies
  • Functional cookies
  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
  • Performance cookies
  • Marketing or advertising cookies (if applicable)

Non-essential cookies will only be deployed when required consent has been obtained through our Cookie Consent Platform.

3. How We Use Information

We may use personal information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Provide legal and business information
  • Operate and improve our website
  • Analyze website traffic and performance
  • Maintain website security
  • Prevent fraud and unauthorized activity
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Communicate regarding our services and firm updates

We do not use personal information for purposes inconsistent with this Privacy Policy.

4. Attorney-Client Relationship Disclaimer

Submission of information through this website, email, or contact forms does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Do not submit confidential, privileged, or sensitive information through website forms unless specifically requested by one of our attorneys.

An attorney-client relationship is established only through a separate written engagement agreement.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable, we process personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent
  • Performance of a contract
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Legitimate business interests
  • Protection of vital interests

6. Disclosure of Information

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Third-party vendors who assist with:

  • Website hosting
  • Analytics
  • Security monitoring
  • Technical support
  • Communication services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Respond to lawful governmental requests
  • Protect our rights and property
  • Protect client interests
  • Prevent fraud or security incidents

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or reorganization, information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

We do not sell personal information in exchange for monetary compensation.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state, country, or jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete personal information
  • Restrict certain processing activities
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent
  • Opt out of targeted advertising
  • Opt out of the sharing of personal information

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information provided below.

We may verify your identity before responding to requests.

8. California Privacy Rights

For residents of California, additional rights may apply under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

California residents may have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Limit the use of sensitive personal information (where applicable)
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
  • Receive equal service regardless of exercising privacy rights

To submit a request, use the contact information below.

9. Data Retention

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

  • Fulfill the purposes described in this Policy
  • Meet legal and regulatory requirements
  • Protect legal interests
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

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

10. Information Security

Harris, Finley & Bogle employs administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While we strive to use commercially reasonable security measures, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

The firm maintains a comprehensive cybersecurity program that includes endpoint monitoring, secure remote access controls, multi-factor authentication, security event monitoring, and regular vulnerability management.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

12. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we learn that information has been collected from a child without appropriate authorization, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.

13. International Users

Our website is operated from the United States.

If you access the website from another country, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

14. Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when visiting a website.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for website functionality and security.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand website traffic and visitor behavior.

Functional Cookies

Remember user preferences and settings.

Marketing Cookies

May be used to measure marketing effectiveness or deliver relevant content.

Managing Cookie Preferences

Visitors may:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize cookie preferences

Cookie preferences may be changed at any time through the Cookie Settings link available on the website.

15. Do Not Track Signals

Certain web browsers transmit "Do Not Track" signals.

Because there is currently no universally accepted standard governing these signals, our website may not respond to all Do Not Track requests.

Where required by applicable law, we honor recognized privacy preference signals, including Global Privacy Control (GPC).

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Updated versions will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

Continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

17. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise privacy rights, contact:

Harris, Finley & Bogle, P.C.
777 Main Street, Suite 1800
Fort Worth, Texas 76102

Phone: (817) 870-8700

Website: www.hfblaw.com

Email: IT@hfblaw.com