Our Cookie Policy
At Smith Dominguez, PLLC, we care about your privacy and your online experience. As a Raleigh, North Carolina planning and solutions-oriented law firm, it is important that you know exactly how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar types of tracking technologies are used on the Smith Dominguez website; what types of cookies are present on the site; how they interact with your information; and what your choices are. We encourage you to review this policy in full so that you can learn more about how cookies improve your experience while visiting our site, and the ways you can control what information is collected from or sent to your device.
Cookies Defined
Cookies are small files placed on your computer, mobile phone, or other electronic device by a website. They can store information about your activities on the site and help tailor content to your preferences. When you revisit the site later, it can recognize your browser and may remember your preferences. Cookies may be placed on your device by the website you’re visiting (first-party) or by a third-party company whose content is being provided on the site or whose content (such as advertisements) the website you’re visiting is showing to its users.
How We Use Cookies on the Smith Dominguez Site
Smith Dominguez, PLLC uses cookies to ensure that our website works properly and to help make your experience on our site better and easier. We use cookies to:
- Remind us what language (English, Español) you prefer.
- Provide secure access to your login and client portal.
- Let us know how you use our website so that we know what pages are useful to our clients.
- Make contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, and checkout processes work properly.
- Deliver information and updates that are relevant to your needs.
These initiatives are part of our commitment to providing client-focused legal solutions that are modern and accessible.
Categories of Cookies we Employ
To ensure you have the best possible web experience, we employ the following cookie types in connection with our site:
- Essential Cookies. These cookies are fundamental to the working of the website and enable core functionalities such as secure login, navigation, and access to certain client work areas. Essential cookies are required for the website to function.
- Preference Cookies. These cookies remember your language preferences, region, and other personalized settings which enhance your experience on future visits.
- Analytical/Performance Cookies. We engage trusted third-party providers who employ cookies to help us gather anonymous information on how visitors use our website – including which pages are most frequently accessed, and the terms that they search for and use to find information. This information helps us enhance the performance of our website and make content more relevant.
- Functionality Cookies. Cookies that support the functionality of our website, such as online appointment booking, payment processing, and online access to our client portal. Cookies help ensure a seamless experience when using these features.
- Third Party Cookies. Certain pages on the website may include third-party content, for example, an embedded YouTube video or a live Twitter feed. These third parties may set cookies allowing them to track your interactions with their content or provide additional functionality.
How We Use Cookies’ Data
The data we collect through cookies allow us to:
- Provide you with a secure client portal and online payment portal
- Personalize your experience of the site by remembering your preferences and past visits
- Track site usage statistics in order to better understand how we can improve our site
- Provide information via notifications and legal updates via our newsletter subscription forms
- Analyze aggregated usage patterns to better understand our audience and to optimize our service
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information, nor do we sell or share cookie information with third parties for advertising purposes. All information collected is used solely to improve your experience and support the functionality of this site.
Getting Your Cookie Control Preferences
You can control the placement and use of cookies on your device. When you first visit the Smith Dominguez site, you will be provided with a cookie consent banner that gives you the option of either accepting or customizing your cookie preferences. You can change these preferences at any time using the cookie settings link located at the bottom of the webpage.
Most web browsers also allow you to control, delete, or otherwise manage cookies through browser settings. Please note that blocking certain types of cookies, particularly essential cookies, may restrict some aspects of your use of our website (such as logging into the client portal and/or submitting forms).
Cookies and Your Privacy Profile
At the core of our practice is a commitment to privacy. Cookies that we use for the site are only used to collect data relevant to delivering and improving our services. We do not use cookies to track an individual user’s movement within our sites and across other sites, and we do not build personal profiles of users for advertising purposes. Data collected is stored securely and is used in accordance with our Privacy Policy and any applicable North Carolina and federal privacy laws.
We respect your choice in privacy and will keep all your data secure and confidential.
Third-Party Cookies, Plugins and Embedded Code
Some services on the Smith Dominguez website may use third-party service providers. This could include embedded content like YouTube videos, Google Maps, or social media feeds (such as Facebook and Instagram pages). These third parties may place cookies or other tracking technologies to gather information about your interaction with their content.
Although we handpick our partners and take care to choose those with user privacy in mind, we are not responsible for information collected by tracking cookies of third parties. More information about their policies and how they handle your data may be found by checking the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties, particularly where data has been gathered via interaction with their content on this website.
How Long do Cookies Stay on Your Machine?
Cookies can be stored on your device for different lengths of time:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies, which are removed from your device when you close the browser. They are used to support basic website functionality during the current visit.
- Persistent Cookies: These are stored on your device until a set amount of time has passed or if deleted by you. They provide functionality such as remembering preferences and settings.
The expiration period of each cookie depends on its purpose. Where applicable, cookies will expire as soon as they are no longer necessary for the particular function.
Cookies for Bilingual Functionality and Enhanced Accessibility
As a bilingual law firm, Smith Dominguez, PLLC (hereinafter “SDPLLC”) strives to make its website both accessible and friendly to English-speaking and Spanish-speaking prospective clients.
It is through cookies that we remember the reader’s language preference, enabling the reader to access SDPLLC’s information in either language for all future website visits.
In addition, cookies help support accessibility options like changing font or contrast settings, which help make this site easier to use for all clients, including those with impairments in their visual or motor functions.
Children’s Privacy and Cookies
Smith Dominguez, PLLC does not knowingly permit or collect cookies to obtain or receive personal information from children under 13 years old. Our website and legal services are geared towards adults and families in need of legal assistance in North Carolina. If you are a parent or guardian who is concerned that your child has submitted personal information through the website, please contact us at [email protected] or 919-390-3521 and we will work with you to address the situation.
Revisions to our Cookie Policy
We may revise and update this Cookie Policy from time to time to respond to future changes in technology, applicable law, or our business. Any material changes will be communicated via a notice on our website. You should review this policy periodically for the latest information on our practices with respect to cookies and to manage your cookie preferences.
The effective date of the most recent revision of this Cookie Policy is June 2024.
Privacy Resources
For more information on our collection, utilization, and protection of personally identifiable information, please review our comprehensive Privacy Policy. You can find more on the provisions for data retention, data security, and your legal rights under state or federal law as well as instructions for contacting our privacy managers with any questions you have about our privacy policies.
We take client privacy seriously throughout our extensive line of practice areas. Whether you are consulting us for estate planning concerns or business law advice, family law representation or immigration assistance, personal injury guidance or insurance matters, we maintain strict confidentiality in all of our communications with you and we handle any personal information with utmost discretion.
Contact Us about Cookies and Your Privacy Policy
Should you have any questions, concerns, or complaints related to the use of cookies, your personal information, or website user rights, please contact us. Our firm’s personnel is reachable for additional information or as needed to respond to any requests regarding your privacy choices.
Smith Dominguez, PLLC
[email protected]
(919) 390-3521
4822 Six Forks Rd
Ste 102
Raleigh NC 27609
You can also reach our firm through its Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok site with firm information and news about our law practice.
Consent and Taking Control
By using the Site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you have disabled them using your browser or site settings. You are always in control of your privacy, and can change this at any time.
Taking your first steps toward protecting your legal rights and privacy is crucial. If you are interested in scheduling a consultation, receiving legal alerts, or have questions regarding your information, Smith Dominguez, PLLC will be available to support you to ensure you have positive interactions on or off the web.