Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 1970
Last Updated: January 1, 1970
Billion Dollar Verdicts is a trade name (DBA) of James S. Bell, P.C., a Texas professional corporation (referred to in this Privacy Policy as "we," "us," "our," or the "Firm"). This Privacy Policy describes how James S. Bell, P.C., operating under the Billion Dollar Verdicts trade name, collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit billiondollarverdicts.net (the "Website") or otherwise interact with us. By using the Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide. When you submit a contact form, request a case evaluation, download a guide, or otherwise interact with the Website, we may collect:
- Name, phone number, email address, and mailing address
- Information about your accident, injuries, medical treatment, and legal status
- Any other information you choose to provide
Information Collected Automatically. When you visit the Website, we and our service providers may automatically collect:
- IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website
- Cookies, pixel tags, and similar tracking technologies
- Geolocation data (general region, not precise location)
Tracking Technologies. We use Google Analytics, Google Ads, and the Meta (Facebook) Pixel to understand how visitors use the Website and to deliver relevant advertising. These services may collect information about your activity on this and other websites. You can opt out of Google Analytics at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout and manage Meta ad preferences in your Facebook account settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Evaluate your potential legal case
- Respond to your inquiries and provide legal services if engaged
- Contact you by phone, text, or email regarding your inquiry
- Send you legal updates and newsletters if you opt in
- Improve the Website and our services
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights
- Deliver and measure advertising
3. SMS / Text Message Communications (TCPA Notice)
If you provide your phone number and check the consent box on our forms, you consent to receive calls and text messages from James S. Bell, P.C. (doing business as Billion Dollar Verdicts), including from automated dialing systems and prerecorded or artificial voice messages, at the phone number you provided. Message and data rates may apply. Consent is not a condition of legal representation. Message frequency varies. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any text message or by contacting us at 855-337-6836 or info@billiondollarverdicts.net. For help, reply HELP. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:
- With our attorneys, paralegals, staff, investigators, expert witnesses, and vendors who help us evaluate or handle your case
- With co-counsel or referral counsel as permitted by applicable rules of professional conduct, only with your consent where required
- When required by law, court order, or government request
- To enforce our rights, protect the safety of others, or investigate fraud
- With analytics and advertising service providers (Google, Meta, etc.) in connection with the operation of the Website
- In connection with a business transaction (merger, acquisition, sale of assets)
We do NOT share confidential client information protected by attorney-client privilege or attorney work product, except as permitted or required by law and the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct (or applicable equivalents).
5. Cookies and Your Choices
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features of the Website may not function properly. You can also use our cookie consent banner to manage your preferences.
6. Data Security
We use commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted to or from the Website.
7. Children's Privacy
The Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.
8. Your Rights (Including Texas, California, and Other State Residents)
Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights including:
- The right to access the personal information we have about you
- The right to request correction or deletion
- The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- The right to opt out of targeted advertising
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. To exercise your rights, contact us at info@billiondollarverdicts.net.
Texas Residents (Texas Data Privacy and Security Act): You have specific rights under the TDPSA. To exercise your rights, contact us at info@billiondollarverdicts.net.
To exercise any of these rights, email info@billiondollarverdicts.net or call 855-337-6836.
9. Third-Party Links
The Website may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Review their privacy policies before providing any information.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy:
James S. Bell, P.C.
d/b/a Billion Dollar Verdicts
2808 Cole Avenue, Suite 1000
Dallas, TX 75204
Phone: 855-337-6836
Email: info@billiondollarverdicts.net
