Terms of Use and Disclaimers

Website Terms of Use and Disclaimers

THE ALABAMA STATE BAR REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING DISCLAIMER:  No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.  The case descriptions and representative matters highlighted on this website are not an indication of future results. Every case and matter is different and must be evaluated on its own facts and circumstances and the applicable law. The outcome of a litigation matter depends on many factors, including the jurisdiction, the venue, the witnesses, the parties, and the testimonial and documentary evidence.

 

This website should be considered as an advertisement for Graffeo Law, LLC’s services.  We encourage potential clients to not rely upon any materials contained in this website when making a determination about engaging our services; instead, we would prefer that any such decision follow a personal investigation of our firm with third parties.

 

Information contained in this website should not be understood to imply specialization and/or certification inconsistent with any rules promulgated by the Alabama State Bar Board of Legal Specialization including the Alabama State Bar Rules of Specialization.  Additionally, we expressly make no comparison between the services performed by Graffeo Law, LLC and any other attorney or firm.

 

Access to or use of any materials contained in this website is strictly subject to these terms of use, in addition to any future modifications of the same.  Access to or use of any materials contained herein constitutes an acceptance of these terms of use.

 

All materials developed for this website are intended to serve informational purposes, and should not be considered as legal advice, regardless of any relationship with the firm.  No guarantee is made as to the accuracy or completeness of any materials contained in this website, nor can they be verified as up-to-date.  Any photography contained in this website does not contain clients or other parties affiliated with Graffeo Law, LLC.

 

We expressly discourage any reliance upon materials posted on this web site, and encourage anyone accessing or using these materials to seek proper legal counsel.  Access to or use of these materials shall not constitute the establishment of an attorney-client relationship between this firm and any party.  Further, any communication with the firm shall not constitute the establishment of an attorney-client relationship.

 

Any posted opinions or other materials do not carry the firm’s official endorsement.  All external links and information likewise should not be considered representative of the firm’s official position or positions on any particular issue.  We also cannot verify the appropriate use of any legally protected materials associated with external links and information.

 

The party responsible for the content on this website is Vincent J. Graffeo, Esq. who may be located at our Birmingham, Alabama office.

Copyright

The website, graffeolaw.com, its contents and all other electronic platforms managed by Graffeo Law, LLC are copyrighted 2016-Present by Graffeo Law, LLC. All rights reserved.

 

Any use, whether personal or commercial, of materials appearing on graffeolaw.com or our other electronic platforms may only be reproduced and/or redistributed following express written permission to do so from the firm. In order to obtain such permission, please email us at hello@graffeo.com and describe the nature of the use, who will be using it, and all other pertinent information associated with such a request. We do not guarantee permission will be granted in all cases and in no case may permission be inferred or modified without our express written approval.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 16, 2025

  1. Introduction.  Graffeo Law, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of information we receive from our clients, website visitors, and others who interact with our firm. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information.
  2. Information We Collect.  We may collect the following types of information:
    • Personal Information Provided by You: Name, email, phone number, mailing address, and any other information voluntarily provided by you when contacting our firm or submitting information through our website.
    • Client Information: As part of legal representation, we may collect sensitive and confidential information relevant to your legal matters.
    • Website Usage Information: Through cookies and analytics tools, we may collect non-personal information such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
  3. Use of Information.  We use personal information for the following purposes:
    • To provide legal services and fulfill our professional obligations.
    • To communicate with you regarding your inquiries or matters.
    • To manage and improve our website and internal operations.
    • To comply with legal and ethical obligations.
  4. Disclosure of Information.  We do not sell or rent your personal information. SMS opt-in consent and phone numbers for the purpose of SMS are not being shared with any third parties under any circumstances.  We may share personal information in the following circumstances:
    • With your consent or as necessary.
    • To carry out your legal representation.
    • With service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., IT support, secure document storage).
    • When required by law, court order, or legal process.
    • To protect the rights, safety, or property of our clients, our firm, or others.
  5. Data Security.  We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
  6. Client Confidentiality.  As a law firm, we are bound by professional obligations of confidentiality. Information shared with us in the context of an attorney-client relationship is protected by applicable laws and rules of professional conduct.
  7. Your Rights and Choices.  You may contact us to request access to or correction of your personal information. You may also opt out of receiving non-essential communications from us.
  8. Third-Party Websites.  Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
  9. SMS Terms of Service.
    1. SMS Consent Communication: The information (e.g., Phone Numbers) obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
    2. Types of SMS Communications: If you have consented to receive text messages from Graffeo Law, LLC, you may receive messages related to the following:
        • Your legal matter
        • Your inquiry
        • Important notifications
        • Appointment reminders
        • Follow-up messages

       

    3. Message Frequency: Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication.
    4. Potential Fees for SMS Messaging: Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.
    5. Opt-In Method: You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from Graffeo Law, LLC in the following ways:
      • By submitting an online form
    6. Opt-Out Method: You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply “STOP” to any SMS message you receive. If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms. You may also contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.
    7. Help: If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. You can also get help directly from us at www.graffeolaw.com
  10. Minors.  The website is solely intended to be utilized by persons over the age of majority in any jurisdiction. We require that any individuals below the age of majority expressly do not enter any personal or otherwise identifying information when utilizing www.graffeolaw.com or our other electronic platforms.
  11. Changes to This Policy.
    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be posted on our website with the effective date.
  12. Contact Us
    If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
    Graffeo Law, LLC
    2119 3rd Ave. N., Ste. 203
    Birmingham, AL 35203
    205-994-8249
    hello@graffeolaw.com
    www.graffeolaw.com

Contact

Should you desire to contact us, please do so by emailing us at hello@graffeolaw.com.

Effective Date March 17, 2016