Privacy Policy for Richard D. Mere, LTD (MereLaw.com)
Effective Date: [04/21/2025]

Richard D. Mere, LTD (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Firm”) operates the website https://www.merelaw.com (“Site”) from our office at 701 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA 70501. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or contact our office. As a legal practice, we are committed to protecting your privacy and treating your information with the highest standards of confidentiality and respect.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily
When you fill out our contact forms or communicate with us via the Site, you may provide us with:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Address
• General details about your inquiry

Important Notice:
Please do not submit any sensitive, confidential, or case-specific information through our website forms, as they are not secure or encrypted. For matters involving confidential or highly sensitive information, please call our office directly at (337) 269-5555 for guidance on the safest way to share such details.

Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we may collect certain information automatically, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Referring/exit pages
• Date, time, and duration of your visit
• Site usage data

This information is collected through standard tracking technologies such as cookies and similar tools to enhance your website experience and understand how our website is used.

2. Use of Third-Party Tools and Technologies

Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze visitor interactions, traffic patterns, and usage of our Site. This helps us improve our legal services and website experience. To learn more, visit Google Analytics Privacy Policy.

Facebook Pixel
We may use the Facebook Pixel to help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and better understand visitor engagement. The Facebook Pixel tracks actions such as page views and form submissions in a manner consistent with Facebook’s own Data Policy. For more information or to adjust your preferences, visit your Facebook Ad Preferences.

These services may collect information in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide requested legal information
• Improve the content and functionality of our Site
• Analyze trends and gather statistical information to serve you better
• Ensure the security and integrity of our website and business

We will never sell, trade, or rent your personal information.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. Your information may be disclosed only in the following circumstances:

• To trusted service providers who assist in operating our website (e.g., hosting, analytics) and only as necessary for their services
• As required by law, regulation, or legal process
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of our clients, the public, or the Firm
• In connection with the potential sale, merger, or transfer of the Firm, provided confidentiality agreements are in place

5. Data Security

We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. For your protection, do not submit sensitive or confidential case information through the Site’s contact form.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, understand visitor usage, and analyze trends. You may set your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit certain website functionalities. To learn more, visit All About Cookies.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to third-party sites, such as legal resources or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site and services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to request access to, correct, update, or delete your personal information. To exercise these rights or to opt out of analytics tracking, please contact us using the information below.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

11. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact us at:

Richard D. Mere, LTD
701 Johnston St.
Lafayette, LA 70501
Phone: (337) 269-5555
Website: https://www.merelaw.com