Accident Scout (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates websites, including accidentscout.com (“Website”), which matches individuals with law firms in their area (“Law Firms”) for potential legal assistance related to motor vehicle accidents (“Services”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy.

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this Policy.

Who We Are

Accident Scout is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or representation. We connect individuals with Law Firms and legal professionals who may assist with their claims.

Using our Services or submitting information does not form an attorney-client relationship with Accident Scout. Visitors should consult qualified attorneys licensed in their jurisdiction for legal advice.

Information We Collect and How We Collect It

Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) such as:

Name

Postal address

Email address

Telephone number

Accident details

Any other identifier by which you may be contacted online or offline

Other Information
We may collect:

Information that does not personally identify you (e.g., claim details)

Technical and usage data including IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, device identifiers, and information collected via cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools

How We Collect Information

We collect information:

Directly from you when you fill out forms on our Website or contact us

Automatically through cookies, web beacons, and Google Analytics as you navigate the Website

From third parties, including Law Firms or advertising partners

TCPA Consent

By submitting your information, you consent to be contacted via phone call, text message (including automated dialing systems and prerecorded messages), and email by Accident Scout and its Law Firm partners regarding your inquiry. Consent is not a condition of service. Message/data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP or emailing [email protected].

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

Connect you with Law Firms for potential legal assistance

Present and improve our Website and Services

Respond to your requests and provide customer support

Notify you of changes to policies or services

Conduct analytics and understand user interactions

Protect against fraud and security threats

Comply with legal obligations

Send marketing or promotional communications (you can opt out anytime)

Fulfill any other purpose with your consent

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information:

With Law Firms to facilitate your request for legal assistance

With service providers under confidentiality agreements

With advertising and analytics partners for marketing and improvement

In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or legal processes

To protect the rights, property, or safety of Accident Scout, our users, or others

With your consent

We may share aggregated, non-identifiable information without restriction.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Store user preferences

Analyze site traffic and usage

Improve functionality

Provide relevant advertising

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

We may use:

Cookies: Small data files stored on your device.

Web Beacons: Tiny graphics to track engagement.

Google Analytics: To analyze Website traffic and usage (see Google’s policy: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/). Opt out here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Data Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary to provide services, maintain business operations, comply with legal obligations, and protect legal rights.

Children’s Privacy

Our Services are for individuals 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18. If you believe we have, contact us, and we will delete it.

Your Choices and Rights

You may:

Request access to the information we hold about you

Request corrections or updates

Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)

To exercise your rights, email [email protected].

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, California law may provide additional rights regarding your personal information. Please review our Privacy Notice for California Residents for details.

Security

We use reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. We will post changes on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review it regularly.

Contact Us

For questions or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at: [email protected]