Last Updated: April 9, 2026
This Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information submitted to Los Matadores LLC ("Firm," "we," "us," or "our") through our website losmatadores.com and any related contact forms or intake processes. We are committed to protecting the privacy of prospective and current clients in accordance with Texas state law and applicable federal regulations.
1. Firm Identity & Contact Information
Los Matadores LLC
Texas City, Texas
Website: losmatadores.com
Jurisdiction: State Bar of Texas — Licensed Personal Injury Law Firm
For privacy-related inquiries, contact us through the website contact page or by mail at our Texas City office address.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you submit a contact or case evaluation form on our website, we may collect:
- Full name, email address, and telephone number
- Nature of your legal matter (selected practice area: Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident, Pedestrian Accident, Dog Bite, Fractures/Broken Bones, Traumatic Brain Injury, or Paralysis)
- Brief description of the incident or injuries
- Date of accident and location, if provided
- Any documents or photographs you voluntarily attach
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search terms
- Device type and operating system
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8)
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party referral services, legal directories, or co-counsel arrangements, solely for the purpose of providing legal services.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
- Evaluate your potential legal claim and respond to your inquiry
- Establish an attorney-client relationship if retained
- Communicate with you via phone, text message, or email regarding your case
- Comply with legal, ethical, and regulatory obligations under Texas law
- Improve the functionality and content of our website
- Send informational communications if you opt in
Important: Submitting a contact form does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is only formed upon execution of a signed written fee agreement with Los Matadores LLC.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (Texas Law)
Under the Texas Business & Commerce Code §521.002 and the Texas Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act, we process your personal information on the following lawful bases:
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligation to evaluate and respond to your legal inquiry
- Legitimate Interest: To operate a professional legal website and manage client communications
- Legal Obligation: To comply with State Bar of Texas ethical rules (Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct)
- Consent: For marketing communications and text message outreach under TCPA
5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
Los Matadores LLC does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Associated Counsel: Co-counsel or referring attorneys engaged with your knowledge and consent
- Expert Witnesses & Investigators: Professionals retained to support your case
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website operation, CRM systems, and analytics — bound by confidentiality agreements
- Legal Compulsion: When required by court order, subpoena, or applicable Texas or federal law
- Consent: Any other sharing explicitly authorized by you in writing
6. Attorney-Client Privilege & Confidentiality
Information shared with our attorneys in the context of a legal representation is protected by the attorney-client privilege under Texas Rule of Evidence 503 and the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1.05. We maintain strict confidentiality for all client communications and case information.
Note: Information submitted through the website contact form before a formal attorney-client relationship is established may not be covered by privilege. However, we treat all pre-engagement inquiries with the same level of confidentiality.
7. Text Message & Telephone Communication (TCPA Compliance)
By submitting a contact form and providing your telephone number, you acknowledge that Los Matadores LLC may contact you via phone or text message regarding your inquiry. In compliance with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and Texas regulations:
- You may opt out of text communications at any time by replying STOP
- Standard message and data rates may apply
- We do not use automated dialing systems without your prior express written consent
- Consent to text communication is not required as a condition of retaining legal services
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytical data. Types of cookies we use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality — cannot be disabled
- Analytics Cookies: Track aggregate website usage (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting ads — only with your consent
You may disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
9. Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure access controls and password-protected systems
- Limited employee access on a need-to-know basis
- Regular security assessments
In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you as required by the Texas Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act (Tex. Bus. & Com. Code §521.053), which requires notification within a reasonable time after discovery.
10. Retention of Information
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, and in accordance with:
- Texas State Bar guidelines for retention of client files (minimum 5 years post-representation)
- Texas statute of limitations for personal injury claims (2 years — Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §16.003)
- Applicable federal record-keeping requirements
11. Your Rights Under Texas Law
As a Texas resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal hold obligations)
- Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time
- Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
To exercise any of these rights, contact us through our website. We will respond within 30 days of receiving a verified request.
12. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that a minor has submitted information to our website, we will promptly delete such information. If a minor is involved in a legal claim, a parent or guardian must act on their behalf.
13. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website after changes constitute acceptance of the revised policy.
15. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact Los Matadores LLC through our website at losmatadores.com or by mail at our Texas City, Texas office. For urgent privacy matters, please mark your correspondence "PRIVACY REQUEST."