Privacy Policy
PRIVACY POLICY for Goldstein Patent Law
Effective Date: November 16, 2025
- Introduction
Goldstein Patent Law (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us through text messaging and other communication channels.
- Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
Professional information related to patent matters
Communication preferences and opt-in consent for text messaging
Information provided in consultations or client intake forms
Billing and payment information
Any other information you voluntarily provide to us
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
IP address and browser type
Device information and operating system
Pages visited and time spent on our site
Referring website addresses
- Text Messaging Program
3.1 Program Description
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to our text messaging program, you consent to receive text messages from Goldstein Patent Law. These messages may include:
Appointment reminders and confirmations
Case status updates
Important deadline notifications
Office announcements and updates
Legal tips and informational content
Message frequency varies based on your case and selected preferences.
3.2 Opt-Out Instructions
You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Simply text “STOP” to our shortcode. Upon sending “STOP,” we will confirm your unsubscribe status via SMS. Following this confirmation, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. To rejoin, sign up as you did initially, and we will resume sending SMS messages to you.
3.3 Help Instructions
If you experience issues with the messaging program, reply with the keyword “HELP” for more assistance, or reach out directly to (718) 701-0700 or info@goldsteinpc.com.
3.4 Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply for messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency varies. For questions about your text plan or data plan, contact your wireless provider.
3.5 Carrier Liability
Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
3.6 Mobile Information Protection
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties, except for aggregators and providers of text message services necessary to deliver our SMS program.
- How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Provide legal services and patent law representation
Communicate with you about your case, appointments, and deadlines
Process payments and maintain billing records
Send administrative information and important updates
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal obligations and maintain attorney-client privilege
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and limit the sharing of your information as follows:
5.1 Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our business, such as:
Payment processors
IT service providers and hosting companies
SMS service aggregators and providers (for text messaging services only)
Customer service support contractors
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it to provide services on our behalf.
5.2 Legal and Regulatory Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
5.3 Attorney-Client Privilege
Information shared in the context of legal representation is protected by attorney-client privilege and will not be disclosed except as permitted by law or with your express consent.
5.4 SMS Opt-In Data Protection
All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the Text Message services.
- Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
Secure servers and encrypted data transmission
Access controls and authentication procedures
Regular security assessments and updates
Employee training on data protection
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
- Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Legal files and client matters may be retained in accordance with professional responsibility rules and applicable record retention requirements.
- Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Right to Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention obligations)
Right to Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications or text messages at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
- California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
Right to request deletion of personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To submit a request, please contact us at info@goldsteinpc.com or (718) 701-0700.
- Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
- Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
- Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on our website with a revised effective date. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
- Compliance with Industry Standards
This Privacy Policy complies with applicable laws and industry standards for text messaging programs, including CTIA Short Code Monitoring Handbook guidelines and carrier compliance requirements.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Goldstein Patent Law
320 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Email: info@goldsteinpc.com
Phone: (718) 701-0700
For privacy-related inquiries regarding our text messaging program, please reference this privacy policy or contact us using the information above.
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