Privacy Policy – Rod Goble Law Office

Last Updated: May 12, 2025

Introduction

Rod Goble Law Office (“the Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to its website. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal information online, in line with the high standard of confidentiality expected in the legal profession. This policy applies to website visitors, prospective clients, and others interacting with our site. It is governed by U.S. federal law and Texas law, including the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) and the Texas Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act (ITEPA). Information collected offline or after an attorney-client relationship is formed is governed by the engagement letter and professional conduct rules.

Information We Collect

“Personal Information” (or “Personal Data”) is information that identifies or could reasonably be linked to a Texas resident or household. We may collect:

Identifiers: Name, address, IP address, email, phone number.
Voluntarily Provided Information: Information you submit via contact forms, email, etc., including details about your legal inquiry.
Sensitive Personal Information: Information defined as sensitive under Texas law (e.g., related to race, health, immigration status, or data from a known child under 13). Any information related to a criminal defense inquiry is treated as sensitive.
Technical/Internet Activity: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, dates/times of visits, collected via cookies and server logs.

We collect information directly from you and automatically through tracking technologies. Our website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their data without parental consent as required by COPPA and TDPSA.

How We Use Your Information

We use your Personal Information to:

Respond to your inquiries.
Provide legal services (if you become a client).
Operate, secure, and improve our website.
Send communications (with your consent, offering opt-out).
Comply with legal and ethical obligations.
Process job applications (if applicable).

Our legal basis for processing includes your consent (especially for sensitive data), our legitimate interests (e.g., responding to inquiries, website operation), legal obligations, and performance of a contract (for clients).

How We Share and Disclose Your Information

No Sale of Personal Information: We do not “sell” Personal Information as defined by TDPSA.

We may share information with:

Third-Party Service Providers: Trusted vendors performing services like website hosting, analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), IT support, under contractual obligations to protect your data.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety.
Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
With Your Consent: For other purposes if you provide explicit consent.

Attorney-Client Privilege: Information shared before an attorney-client relationship is formally established (via signed engagement letter) is not privileged. Once established, client information is strictly protected by attorney-client privilege and ethical rules.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your Personal Information from unauthorized access, use, or loss, consistent with ITEPA requirements. Measures include secure servers, access controls, staff training, and internal policies. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure; information sent before an attorney-client relationship is established is at your own risk. We follow Texas law for data breach notifications.

Data Retention and Destruction

We retain Personal Information only as long as necessary for the purposes collected, including legal/ethical compliance and conflict checks. When no longer needed, data is securely destroyed according to ITEPA standards (e.g., shredding, erasing).

Your Privacy Rights (Texas Residents under TDPSA)

Texas residents have rights under TDPSA, including:

Right	Description	How to Exercise
Access / Know	Confirm processing, access data, obtain a portable copy.	Contact us (see below).
Correct	Correct inaccuracies in your data.	Contact us (see below).
Delete	Request deletion of your data (subject to exceptions).	Contact us (see below).
Opt-Out	Opt-out of sale (we don’t sell), targeted advertising, certain profiling.	Contact us (see below).
Non-Discrimination	No discrimination for exercising rights.	Automatic.

To exercise rights, submit a verifiable request via our contact methods below. We will respond within 45 days (potentially extendable by 45 days with notice). We will verify your identity before processing requests. You have the right to appeal denied requests.

Cookie Policy and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies (small text files) for website functionality, analytics, and potentially marketing. Cookies may collect technical data like IP address and browsing activity. You can manage cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect site functionality. We may use a consent banner for non-essential cookies. We do not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals. Third-party services like Google Analytics may place cookies governed by their own policies.

Attorney-Client Relationship

Using this website or contacting us through it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not send confidential information until a formal relationship is established in writing. Information sent beforehand is not privileged. Once engaged, client confidentiality is strictly protected by privilege and ethical rules.

Third-Party Websites

Our site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Review their policies before providing information.

Children’s Privacy

Our site is not for children under 13. We comply with COPPA and TDPSA and do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe your child provided data, contact us to delete it.

HIPAA Considerations

We are generally not a “covered entity” or “business associate” under HIPAA for website interactions. However, any health-related information voluntarily provided is treated as sensitive under Texas law (ITEPA, TDPSA) and kept confidential. In rare cases where we act as a business associate for a covered entity, a formal agreement (BAA) will govern PHI handling.

Small Business Considerations (TDPSA)

While we may qualify as a small business under SBA definitions, we are committed to high privacy standards. TDPSA requires even exempt small businesses to get consent before selling sensitive data; we do not sell any personal data.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy anytime. Changes are effective upon posting. The “Last Updated” date indicates the current version. Continued use signifies acceptance.

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

Firm Name: Rod Goble Law Office
Designated Email Address for Privacy Matters: info@rodgoble.com
Mailing Address: 100 N 6th St, Ste 800, Waco, TX 76701
Telephone Number: +1 254 757 0070

We will respond in a timely manner.