These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of this website (the “Site”), operated by The Law Offices of Bradley H. Smith (“we,” “us,” or “our”), and your participation in our SMS/text messaging communications. By using the Site, submitting a form on the Site, or opting in to receive text messages from us, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or opt in to our text messages.
Use of This Website
The content on this Site — including text, graphics, video, and downloadable materials — is owned by or licensed to The Law Offices of Bradley H. Smith and is provided for your personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Site content without our prior written permission, except as permitted by law.
You agree not to use the Site in any way that violates applicable law, interferes with the Site’s operation, or attempts to gain unauthorized access to any systems or data connected to the Site.
No Legal Advice; No Attorney-Client Relationship
The information on this Site is general information, not legal advice. It may not reflect current legal developments and should not be relied on for any specific legal matter. Using this Site, submitting a form, or exchanging text messages or emails with our office does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is formed only through direct consultation and a signed engagement agreement. Unsolicited communications sent to our office are not confidential.
Attorney Advertising
This website may be considered attorney advertising under the rules of professional conduct governing lawyers in North Carolina. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome; the outcome of any legal matter depends on its specific facts and applicable law. This Site is not a solicitation for legal services in any jurisdiction where The Law Offices of Bradley H. Smith is not licensed or where its content would not comply with local rules.
SMS/Text Messaging Terms
The Law Offices of Bradley H. Smith offers SMS/text messaging so that clients and prospective clients can communicate with our office by text. These are conversational and informational messages — for example, replies to your inquiries, appointment reminders and scheduling, requests for documents or information, and updates about your matter.
Consent to Receive Text Messages
By providing your mobile phone number to our office and opting in — whether by checking the SMS consent box on a Site form, by texting our office first, or by giving our office your number and agreeing to be contacted by text — you consent to receive SMS/text messages from The Law Offices of Bradley H. Smith at that number. Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of retaining our services or of any purchase.
Message Frequency and Rates
Message frequency varies based on your communications with our office. Message and data rates may apply. Please contact your mobile carrier with questions about your plan.
Opting Out (STOP) and Getting Help (HELP)
- To stop receiving text messages, reply STOP to any message from us. You will receive one final message confirming your opt-out, and no further texts will be sent to you. You may also opt out by calling us at (980) 281-9984 or emailing [email protected].
- For help, reply HELP to any message from us, call us at (980) 281-9984, or email [email protected].
Privacy of Your SMS Information
SMS consent and opt-in data are never shared with, sold to, or transferred to third parties or affiliates for any purpose, including marketing or promotional purposes. Your mobile number is used only to communicate with you as described above. For details on how we collect and handle your information, see our Privacy Policy.
Carriers
Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message delivery is subject to effective transmission by your carrier and network availability.
Third-Party Websites
The Site may link to third-party websites. We do not control and are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. Review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
Disclaimer of Warranties; Limitation of Liability
The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Law Offices of Bradley H. Smith disclaims all liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content. Nothing in these Terms limits any liability that cannot be limited under applicable law or affects the professional obligations we owe to our clients.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising out of your use of the Site that is not subject to another agreement between you and our office shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The effective date above reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site or continued participation in our text messaging communications after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Contact Us
The Law Offices of Bradley H. Smith
3117 Whiting Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205
Phone: (980) 281-9984
Email: [email protected]