Privacy Policy of Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa

Effective Date: May 15, 2025

Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa, PL (“RDCY,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is dedicated to preserving the trust and confidence of our clients, prospective clients, and visitors to our website: https://www.pbglaw.com. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information obtained through your interaction with our firm and our digital platforms.

We understand that privacy isn’t just about data—it’s about dignity, and we treat it that way.

1. Information We Collect

We collect a range of information depending on how you interact with us.

A. Information You Provide to Us Directly

This includes personal details you submit when:

• Requesting a consultation via our website forms
• Sending us an inquiry or feedback through contact forms
• Signing up for newsletters or legal updates
• Calling, emailing, or texting our office
• Providing case information for intake purposes

Types of personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) we may collect include:

• Full name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Occupation and employer (when relevant to the legal matter)
• Incident or accident details (in the context of case evaluation)
• Any other details voluntarily provided in free-text fields
  

B. Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical data may be collected automatically through cookies, scripts, and third-party tools. This includes:

• IP address
• Browser and device type
• Operating system
• Referring and exit URLs
• Pages visited and time spent
• Interaction patterns (e.g., clicks, scrolls, form interactions)

This data is largely anonymized and helps us improve site usability, performance, and security.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information in the following ways:

• To provide legal services: Including evaluating your inquiry, performing conflict checks, and contacting you regarding your case.
• To communicate with you: Responding to inquiries, sending updates, or delivering newsletters (with your consent).
• To improve our services: We analyze website usage data to enhance performance and optimize your experience.
• To comply with legal obligations: Including applicable laws, regulations, and court orders.
• To protect our rights: Including detecting fraud, enforcing our agreements, and defending against legal claims.

We will not use your personal data for purposes materially different from those stated without your consent.

 

3. Lawful Bases for Processing

If applicable under data protection laws such as the GDPR, our lawful bases for processing include:

• Your consent
• Our need to perform a contract (e.g., legal representation)
• Legal obligations to which we are subject
• Our legitimate interest in running and protecting our business

 

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We treat your information with care. We do not sell your data, and we share it only when necessary.

We may share your information with:

• Internal personnel and attorneys to evaluate and manage your legal matter
• Trusted service providers who perform functions on our behalf (e.g., IT, CRM, secure cloud storage, analytics, email delivery)
• Co-counsel, investigators, or expert witnesses—only as needed and with safeguards in place
• Government or law enforcement authorities when legally required or to protect rights and safety
• Parties to a transaction, such as in the event of a firm merger, acquisition, or dissolution

All third-party vendors and contractors are subject to confidentiality agreements and are not permitted to use your data for their own purposes.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
• Comply with legal and ethical obligations (e.g., statute of limitations, Florida Bar requirements)
• Maintain business and financial records

Data that is no longer required will be securely deleted or anonymized.

 

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encrypted transmission (SSL/TLS) of all website forms
• Restricted access to sensitive files and case documents
• Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection
• Periodic audits and updates to our information security practices

While no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, we are committed to taking all reasonable measures to protect your information.

 

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete your information (subject to legal exceptions)
• Object to or restrict certain uses of your data
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us directly at the information provided below.

 

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., legal directories, professional organizations, news articles). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any information.

 

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

 

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make material changes, we will post the revised version on this page with a new “Effective Date.” Continued use of our website after such changes constitutes your acceptance.

 

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa
2401 PGA Boulevard, Suite 140
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Phone: (561) 516-5168
Fax: (561) 625-6269
Website: www.pbglaw.com

 

Cookie Policy

Effective Date: May 15, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how RDCY uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit www.pbglaw.com.

 

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device to collect information about your browsing behavior. They help websites remember user preferences, enhance performance, and deliver personalized experiences.

 

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Session management cookies
• Security and form validation cookies

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage data. For example:

• Google Analytics
• Site speed monitors
• Click-through rates

Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices (such as saved form data or language settings).

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

We may use third-party tools (e.g., Facebook Pixel, Google Ads) to serve ads based on your past interactions with our website.

You may opt out of targeted advertising by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance at: https://optout.aboutads.info/

 

Managing Your Cookies

You have several options to manage cookies:

• Modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Use private browsing or incognito mode
• Opt out of third-party tracking via opt-out tools

Note: Disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality and user experience.

 

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may revise this Cookie Policy as needed to reflect changes in law or technology. We will update the “Effective Date” accordingly.