Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 15, 2024

Introduction

At Terepentigny, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our or use our legal services. We understand the sensitive nature of legal matters and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and data protection.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Contact us for legal consultation regarding protection from fraudsters
  • Request help with fraud cases or legal assistance
  • Schedule appointments for lawyer consultation on fraud matters
  • Submit forms for legal help recovery of damages from fraud
  • Engage our services for representation in court for fraud cases

Types of Personal Data

Contact Information

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address

Case Information

  • Details of fraudulent schemes
  • Financial loss information
  • Evidence and documentation
  • Legal history

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our , we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. This information helps us improve our services and provide better legal protection for victims of fraud.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes related to providing expert legal support:

Legal Services

Providing legal help with fraud cases and criminal case representation

Communication

Responding to inquiries and providing consultation on fraud matters

Case Management

Managing legal proceedings to sue fraudsters and recover damages

Service Improvement

Enhancing our legal protection services and client experience

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We maintain strict confidentiality standards and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Limited Disclosure Scenarios

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
  • Professional Consultants: With expert witnesses or specialists assisting in your fraud case
  • Court Proceedings: During representation in court for fraud cases as necessary for your defense
  • Client Consent: With your explicit written permission for specific purposes

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security protocols include:

Encryption

SSL encryption for all data transmission and secure storage protocols

Access Control

Restricted access to authorized personnel only with multi-factor authentication

Secure Storage

Protected servers with regular security audits and backup systems

Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information and how we handle your data in connection with legal help for fraud cases:

You can request access to the personal information we hold about you, including details about your fraud case and any legal proceedings we are handling on your behalf.

You may request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we maintain about you or your legal case.

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and professional obligations related to ongoing or completed legal representation.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide legal services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. For fraud cases and legal representation, we typically maintain records for a minimum of seven years after case completion, or as required by applicable legal and professional standards. Information related to financial fraud cases and compensation for damages may be retained longer if required for ongoing legal proceedings or appeals.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our services. These technologies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze traffic and user behavior
  • Provide personalized content related to legal protection services
  • Improve security and prevent fraudulent activity

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect functionality.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services to support our legal operations, including secure communication platforms, document management systems, and payment processing for legal fees. These service providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and are required to maintain the same level of data protection that we provide. We carefully vet all third-party providers to ensure they meet our security standards for handling sensitive legal information related to fraud cases and client protection.

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of our primary jurisdiction, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in countries where we operate or where our service providers are located. We ensure that any international transfers of personal data comply with applicable data protection laws and include appropriate safeguards to protect your information. This is particularly important for cases involving internet fraud or international fraudulent schemes where cross-border legal cooperation may be necessary.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings. When we make material changes, we will notify you by email (if you have provided an email address) or by posting a prominent notice on our . We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information and your rights as our client seeking legal help with fraud matters.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, need assistance with your rights, or require legal consultation regarding fraud protection, please contact us:

privacy@terepentigny.com
+1 (514) 555-0123
Legal Privacy Office
1245 Rue Notre-Dame
Terrebonne, QC J6W 3Z8
Canada