Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 23, 2025
Your Privacy Matters to Us
At Blaszkow Legal, PLLC, we understand that seeking legal representation after an injury is a deeply personal decision. Just as we fight to protect your rights in the courtroom, we’re equally committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, contact our firm, or engage our services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
When you reach out to our firm, whether through our website, phone, or in person, we may collect:
- Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Case Information: Details about your accident, injuries, medical treatment, and other circumstances relevant to your potential case
- Documentation: Medical records, accident reports, insurance information, and other documents you share with us
- Communication Preferences: Your preferred method of contact and any accessibility needs
- Financial Information: Payment details if applicable, though remember – we work on contingency, so you don’t pay unless we win
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on our site, and referral sources
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Evaluate Your Case: Assess the merits of your potential claim and determine how we can best help you
- Provide Legal Services: Represent you effectively and communicate about your case
- Maintain Communication: Send updates about your case, legal developments, and firm news
- Improve Our Services: Better understand our clients’ needs and enhance our practice
- Comply with Legal Obligations: Meet our ethical and legal requirements as attorneys
- Support Our Community: With your permission, inform you about our community initiatives like Project Backpack and Jazz4Justice
Text Message Communications
Opting In to Text Messages
We recognize that after an accident, phone calls can be difficult and email isn’t always convenient. That’s why we offer text message communications as an option for our clients and potential clients.
By providing your mobile phone number and explicitly opting in, you agree to receive text messages from Blaszkow Legal, PLLC regarding:
- Case updates and important deadlines
- Appointment reminders and scheduling
- Requests for information or documentation
- General legal updates and firm news
- Community event notifications
- Emergency communications about your case
Your Text Message Rights
- Frequency: Message frequency varies based on your case activity. You may receive 2-10 messages per month on average
- Message and Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply according to your mobile plan
- Opt-Out: You can stop receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. You’ll receive a confirmation of your opt-out
- Help: Reply HELP to any message for assistance or contact us at (703) 879-5910
- Supported Carriers: We support all major U.S. carriers including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and others
We will never share your mobile number with third parties for marketing purposes.
How We Protect Your Information
As injury attorneys, we understand the sensitive nature of the information you share with us. We implement multiple layers of protection:
- Physical Security: Client files are stored in locked, secure facilities with restricted access
- Digital Security: Electronic information is protected with encryption, firewalls, and secure servers
- Access Controls: Only authorized personnel who need information to perform their duties can access it
- Attorney-Client Privilege: Communications about your case are protected by attorney-client privilege
- Staff Training: Our team is trained on privacy best practices and confidentiality obligations
Information Sharing
We take our duty of confidentiality seriously. We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
- For Your Case: With medical providers, experts, investigators, and others necessary to pursue your claim
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
- Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our firm, our clients, or others
- Service Providers: With trusted vendors who help us operate our practice, under strict confidentiality agreements
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request copies of the personal information we maintain about you
- Correct: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Delete: Request deletion of your information, subject to our legal obligations
- Opt-Out: Decline marketing communications or withdraw consent for text messages
- Restrict: Limit how we use your information in certain circumstances
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or call (703) 879-5910.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your experience
- Analyze website traffic
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features of our site may not function properly without them.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on our website with the new effective date. For significant changes, we may notify you directly.
Contact Us
Your privacy matters, and we’re here to address any concerns. If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Blaszkow Legal, PLLC
5270 Shawnee Rd Suite 102
Alexandria, VA 22312
Phone: (703) 879-5910
Attorney Advertising
This website is considered attorney advertising in some jurisdictions. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is unique, and results depend on the specific facts and legal issues involved.
At Blaszkow Legal, PLLC, protecting your privacy is just one more way we demonstrate our commitment to you. From our office in Alexandria to communities throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., we’re here to help injury victims take back control – starting with control over their personal information.