Privacy Policy
Law Office of James M. Hoffmann – Missouri Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
Effective Date: January 15, 2026
1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy
The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann (“we,” “our,” or “the Firm”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. We understand confidentiality matters—especially when you’re dealing with a workplace injury. We do not sell your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information you provide through our website, hoffmannworkcomp.com (the “Site”), and through other communications with our office.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Information you provide voluntarily
- Contact details (such as name, phone number, email address)
- Information you choose to share about your workplace injury or claim
- Any other information you submit through a form, email, or message
B. Information collected automatically (technical/usage data)
When you use the Site, we (or service providers we use) may automatically collect:
- IP address, device type, browser type
- Pages visited, time spent on the Site, referring/exit pages
- General location information (city/region), which is typically derived from IP address
This technical data is generally used for website security, performance, analytics, and improvement. It is not intended to identify you by name.
3. How We Use Information
We use information collected to:
- Respond to your inquiry and communicate with you about your request
- Evaluate whether we may be able to help with your matter
- Improve the Site, user experience, and our services
- Maintain website security and prevent fraud or misuse
- Comply with legal and ethical obligations
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share limited information in the following circumstances:
- Service providers: With vendors who help operate the Site or support business operations (such as website hosting, analytics, email/communications tools). These providers are permitted to use information only to perform services for us and must protect it.
- Legal requirements: If required to comply with law, court order, subpoena, or other legal process.
- Protection and security: When necessary to protect our rights, property, clients, users, or the public, including investigating potential fraud or security issues.
5. Cookies, Analytics, and Tracking
The Site may use cookies or similar technologies for basic functionality, analytics, and performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used. If you disable cookies, some site features may not function properly.
6. Important Note About Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Relationship
Contacting us through the Site, email, text, or phone does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not send confidential, sensitive, or time-sensitive information through the Site unless and until an attorney-client relationship is established in writing.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. However, no website or method of electronic transmission is 100% secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to respond to inquiries, maintain records, operate our business, and comply with legal and ethical obligations.
9. Your Choices and Requests
You may request that we:
- Provide access to or correct information you previously submitted
- Delete information you submitted (subject to legal/ethical recordkeeping requirements)
To make a request, contact us at:
- [email protected]
- (314) 361-4300
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Information
Law Office of James M. Hoffmann
2001 S. Hanley Rd., Suite 325
St. Louis, MO 63144
Phone: (314) 361-4300
Email: [email protected]