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Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the AcciDefense website (the "Website") and services (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and Legal Notice ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Website or Service. These Terms apply to all users of the Website and Service.

2. Company Information

AcciDefense, LLC, along with its affiliated companies, AcciDefensor, AcciSystems, and Defensor de Accidentes (collectively referred to as "we," "us," or "AcciDefense").

Contact Information:

  • Email: info@accisystems.com
  • Phone: (310) 601-5933
  • Address:  11150 W Olympic Blvd. Suite 1050 #501, Los Angeles, CA 90064

3. Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Policy, which governs the collection, use, and storage of your information, is incorporated into these Terms. By using the Website and Service, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy.

4. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website and Service constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

5. Description of Service

AcciDefense provides legal lead generation services that connect users with attorneys and legal services. The Service is an interactive platform where users can provide contact information to receive legal assistance.

6. Use of Service

6.1. User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your use of the Service and any decisions made based on information provided through the Service. You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using the Service.

6.2. License and Restrictions

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website and Service for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, or exploit any part of the Service without our prior written consent.

7. Intellectual Property

All content, including text, graphics, logos, and software, on the Website is owned or licensed by AcciDefense and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use any content from the Website without our prior written permission.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites and services. These links are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement by AcciDefense. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

9. User-Generated Content

You may have the ability to submit, post, or share content on the Website. By doing so, you grant AcciDefense a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, fully paid, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, display, perform, adapt, modify, and create derivative works from your content.

10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

10.1. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and Service are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

10.2. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, AcciDefense, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website or Service.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless AcciDefense, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website or Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Los Angeles, California.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website and Service at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users of the Website, us, or third parties, or for any other reason in our sole discretion.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and AcciDefense regarding your use of the Website and Service.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.

16. No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

17. User Conduct

You agree not to engage in any harmful, unlawful, or otherwise inappropriate activities while using the Website or Service. This includes, but is not limited to, spamming, phishing, uploading harmful content, or violating any applicable laws.

18. DMCA Notice

If you believe any content on our Website infringes your copyright, please send a written notice of copyright infringement to our designated agent:

  • Email: info@accidefense.com
  • Address: 8605 Santa Monica Blvd. #906001, West Hollywood, CA 90069

19. Cookie Policy

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Website. By using our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

20. Accessibility

AcciDefense is committed to ensuring accessibility of its Website to all users, including those with disabilities. If you have any difficulty accessing any part of the Website, please contact us at the below:

  • Email: info@accisystems.com
  • Phone: (310) 601-5933
  • Address:  11150 W Olympic Blvd. Suite 1050 #501, Los Angeles, CA 90064

21. CCPA Compliance

21.1. Notice of Collection

We collect personal information to provide and improve our services. The categories of personal information we collect include identifiers, commercial information, internet activity, and geolocation data.

21.2. Consumer Rights

California residents have the right to request access to their personal information, request deletion of their personal information, and opt-out of the sale of their personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@accidefense.com or (310)601-5933.

22. COPPA Compliance

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child under 13, we will delete such information from our records.

23. Do Not Track (DNT) Requests

Our Website does not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals. However, you can manage your cookie preferences in our Cookie Policy.

24. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, strikes, or labor disputes.

25. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms at any time without notice to you.

26. Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights.

27. Disclaimer of Professional Advice

The content provided on the Website and through the Service is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional legal, medical, or financial advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified professional with any questions you may have regarding a legal, medical, or financial matter.

28. User Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password and for restricting access to your computer. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account or password.

29. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use the Website or Service for any unlawful or prohibited purpose, including but not limited to:

  • Engaging in any fraudulent activities
  • Violating any intellectual property rights
  • Transmitting any harmful or malicious content
  • Harvesting or collecting personal information of other users without consent
  • Interfering with the operation of the Website or Service

30. No Guarantee of Outcome

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions and Legal Notice guarantees any specific legal outcome. Any information provided on the Website or through the Service is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice.

31. Attorney Advertising

This Website may be considered attorney advertising under the laws of certain jurisdictions. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

32. Confidentiality and No Attorney-Client Relationship

Submitting information through the Website does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and AcciDefense or any of its affiliated attorneys. Do not submit any confidential information through the Website.

33. Qualifications of Attorneys

Any statements regarding the qualifications of attorneys are made in compliance with the applicable rules of professional conduct. Always verify the qualifications of any attorney before retaining them for legal services.

34. Disclosure of Fees

If any referral fees are involved, such fees will be disclosed in compliance with ABA Model Rule 1.5 and California Rule 2.1.5. AcciDefense may receive compensation for connecting users with attorneys, and any such compensation will not affect the fees you pay for legal services.

By using the Website and Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions & Legal Notice. Effective Date: January 9, 2025.


California Notice

This Privacy and Security Policy ("Privacy Policy") applies to the website www.accidefense.com ("Site"), managed by AcciDefense, LLC, along with its affiliated companies, AcciDefensor and Defensor de Accidentes (collectively referred to as "we," "us," "AcciSystems" or "AcciDefense"). This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect during your visit to our Site, the reasons for collecting this information, how we use it, when we may disclose it, and how you can manage your personal information. Note that this Privacy Policy only pertains to information gathered through the Site and our Customer Service Department related to the Site.


By accessing or using the Site, you fully accept this Privacy Policy. Please do not use the Site if you disagree with any part of this Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site after any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We will notify you if there are material changes by updating the effective date at the top of this page. If you have any questions, contact us at info@accidefense.com.


Information We Collect

We strive to collect only the information necessary to provide the services you request. The information we gather, and store depends on your use of the Site and its services.


Personal Information

We collect and store the information you provide through the Site or our Customer Service Department. For example, when you submit details about your accident or fill out a form, we may collect your name, address, email, phone number, and case description. This information is used to deliver the requested services and customer support. Providing additional information is optional. Personal Information may also be collected in specific sections of the Site where you knowingly provide it, such as suggestions or customer service requests. We may use this information to inform you about new features, services, and special offers unless you opt out of receiving such communications.


Transfer of Email Addresses

We do not sell, trade, or transfer email addresses collected on the Site to third parties for initiating electronic communications.


Anonymous Information

We may collect certain non-identifiable information ("Anonymous Information") through your interaction with the Site. This includes traffic data such as IP addresses, browser types, and reference site domains. We use this information to analyze and improve the Site and enhance your experience.


Cookies

We use cookies, small files stored on your computer by your browser, to identify users and optimize their experience. Cookies help us remember user preferences and track site usage. Most browsers accept cookies by default but allow you to disable them. We recommend keeping cookies enabled for a better user experience. We may also receive cookies from companies advertising on our behalf. We do not control these cookies; they are not subject to this Privacy Policy.


Our site uses third-party vendors, including Google, to display ads based on previous visits. For more information on Google's privacy practices, visit http://www.google.com/privacypolicy.html. Users can opt out of Google's use of cookies by visiting the Google advertising opt-out page.


Regular Correspondence

We may use email addresses and zip codes from users who subscribe to newsletters or other communications. This information is not shared with third parties except as described below. Users can unsubscribe from communications at any time by following the email instructions.


Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are under 18, please use the Site only under the supervision of a parent or guardian and do not submit personal information. Our Site is not intended for children under 18.


How We Use Your Information

We do not use or disclose your personal information collected online to any unaffiliated companies, except as described in this Privacy Policy. If we propose any new use of your personal information, we will provide you the opportunity to decline such use.


Customer Service and Feedback

We may use your personal information to provide services, customer support, track compliance with Site rules, and for feedback purposes. If we plan to publicly post any of your personal information (e.g., a letter), we will notify you beforehand.


Use of Anonymous Information

Anonymous Information helps us understand how people use our Site and allows us to improve it. We may share aggregated, non-personal information with our partners and third parties.


Third-Party Agents

We may employ third-party agents, affiliates, and partners to perform functions on our behalf, such as marketing, analytics, and customer service. These entities have access to personal information needed to perform their tasks but are contractually obligated to maintain its confidentiality and security.


Subnetwork Operators

Subnetwork Operators have access to your username, location, and name. They must adhere to the same privacy restrictions as us and cannot use your information in ways we would not permit.


Transactional Partners

We may share non-personal information with partners and other entities. This information is generally shared in aggregated form and does not include personal details.


Emergency Situations

We may disclose personal information if required by law or in good faith to: (a) comply with legal processes, (b) protect our rights or property, or (c) act in urgent situations to protect personal safety.


Security Measures

We store personal information in secure environments not accessible to the public. Sensitive information may be encrypted. Only authorized employees can access personal information, and they are subject to disciplinary action for policy violations. Despite our efforts, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee complete security.


Contests and Sweepstakes

Contests or sweepstakes on the Site will have specific rules explaining how the collected information will be used. Personal information will be collected only if you voluntarily submit it.


Public Areas

Information shared in public areas (e.g., message boards, blogs) becomes public. Be cautious about what you disclose.


Third-Party Sites

Our Site may link to other websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. Review their privacy policies to understand their practices.


Governing Law

This Site is intended for U.S. users and is governed by U.S. law. Any disputes will be resolved in California courts. We may transfer your information to affiliated companies in the event of a corporate change.


Opt-Out and Corrections

You can opt out of communications or modify your personal information at any time. Contact us at info@accisystems.com or call (310) 601-5933.


California Privacy Rights

California residents can request information about disclosures of personal information to third parties for direct marketing by emailing info@accisystems.com or writing to us at 11150 W Olympic Blvd. Suite 1050 #501, Los Angeles, CA 90064, Attention: Privacy Department.


Additional Notices for California Residents


California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA)


Right to Know and Opt-Out

California residents have the right to know the categories of personal information collected, the sources, the purposes for collecting the information, the categories of third parties with whom we share it, and specific pieces of personal information we hold. This information is detailed in this Privacy Policy. You can opt out of the disclosure of your personal information by contacting us.


Right to Deletion

Upon a verifiable request, we will delete your personal information unless it is needed to:

  • Complete a transaction or provide a service you requested,
  • Detect security incidents,
  • Comply with legal obligations,
  • Conduct research in the public interest,
  • Enable internal uses aligned with your expectations,
  • Otherwise use your information lawfully.


California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

CalOPPA requires commercial websites to post a privacy policy. We agree to the following:

  • Users can visit our site anonymously.
  • Our Privacy Policy link includes the word 'Privacy' and is easily found on our homepage.
  • You will be notified of any Privacy Policy changes on our Privacy Policy Page.


You can review or change your personal information by contacting us:

  • Email: info@accisystems.com
  • Phone: (310) 601-5933
  • Address:  11150 W Olympic Blvd. Suite 1050 #501, Los Angeles, CA 90064


How Does Our Site Handle Do Not Track Signals?

We honor Do Not Track signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place.


Does Our Site Allow Third-Party Behavioral Tracking?

We do not allow third-party behavioral tracking.


Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, contact us at:

  • Email: info@accisystems.com
  • Phone: (310) 601-5933
  • Address:  11150 W Olympic Blvd. Suite 1050 #501, Los Angeles, CA 90064


Privacy Policy Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 9, 2025.


Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy has been compiled to serve better those concerned with how their ‘Personally Identifiable Information’ (PII or Personal Information) is being used online. As described in US privacy law and information security, PII is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person or identify an individual in context. Please read our Privacy Policy carefully to understand how we collect, use, protect, or otherwise handle your Personally Identifiable Information in connection with our website.


If you choose to use our Services, you agree to our collection and use of your personal information as described herein. The personal information we collect is used to provide and improve our Services. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.


What Personal Information Do We Collect from People That Visit Our Website?

When registering or communicating with us on our site, as appropriate, you may be asked to enter your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other personal information to help us provide you with the services you are seeking.


When Do We Collect Information?

We collect information from you when you fill out a form, use a chat function, if available, or enter information on our site.


How Do We Use Your Information?

We may use the information we collect from you when you register, submit information, respond to a survey, form, or marketing communication, surf the website, or use certain other site features in the following ways:

  • To personalize your experience and allow us to deliver the type of content and service offerings you are most interested in.
  • To assist in providing services and information you may be seeking.


How Do We Protect Your Information?

We use regular Malware Scanning.

Your personal information is stored in secured networks. It is only accessible by a limited number of persons with special access rights to such systems and must keep the information confidential. In addition, all sensitive/credit information you supply is encrypted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.


We implement a variety of security measures when a user enters, submit, or access their information to maintain the safety of your personal information. These measures include regular security audits, data encryption standards, and secure data storage practices.


Do We Use ‘Cookies’?

Yes. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your Web browser (if you allow), enabling the site’s or service provider’s systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information. For instance, cookies help us remember and process the items in your shopping cart. They are also used to help us understand your preferences based on previous or current site activity, which enables us to provide you with improved services. We also use cookies to help us compile aggregate data about site traffic and interaction to offer better site experiences and tools in the future.


We Use Cookies To:

  • Keep track of advertisements.
  • Compile aggregate data about site traffic and interactions to offer better site experiences and tools in the future. We may also use trusted third-party services to track this information on our behalf.


You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies. You do this through your browser settings. Since browser is a little different, look at your browser’s Help Menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies.


If you turn cookies off, some features will be disabled. It won’t affect the user’s experience that make your site experience more efficient and may not function properly.


Log Data

We want to inform you that whenever you visit our website, we collect information that your browser sends to us that is called Log Data. This Log Data may include information such as your computer’s Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, browser version, pages of our website that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, and other statistics.


Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your Personally Identifiable Information unless we provide users with advance notice and obtain their consent. The categories of third parties to which we may request to disclose your personal information include: third-party attorneys and law firms that you may decide to retain for legal services.


We may also share certain information from you with our website hosting partners and other parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. We may also release information when it’s release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours or others’ rights, property, or safety.

However, non-personally identifiable visitor information may be provided to other parties for marketing, advertising, or other uses.


Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.


Google

Google’s advertising requirements can be summed up by Google’s Advertising Principles. They are put in place to provide a positive experience for users. https://support.google.com/adwordspolicy/answer/1316548?hl=en

We use Google AdSense Advertising on our website.


Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our site. Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users based on previous visits to our site and other sites on the Internet. Users may opt-out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network privacy policy.


We Have Implemented the Following:

  • Remarketing with Google AdSense
  • Google Display Network Impression Reporting
  • Demographics and Interests Reporting


We, along with third-party vendors such as Google use first-party cookies (such as the Google Analytics cookies) and third-party cookies (such as the DoubleClick cookie) or other third-party identifiers together to compile data regarding user interactions with ad impressions and other ad service functions as they relate to our website.


COPPA (Children Online Privacy Protection Act)

When it comes to the collection of personal information from children under the age of 13 years old, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) puts parents in control. The Federal Trade Commission, United States’ consumer protection agency, enforces the COPPA Rule, which spells out what operators of websites and online services must do to protect children’s privacy and safety online.


We do not specifically market to children under the age of 13 years old.


Fair Information Practices

The Fair Information Practices Principles form the backbone of privacy law in the United States and the concepts they include have played a significant role in the development of data protection laws around the globe. Understanding the Fair Information Practice Principles and how they should be implemented is critical to comply with the various privacy laws that protect personal information.


In order to be in line with Fair Information Practices we will take the following responsive action, should a data breach occur:


We will notify you via email:

  • Within 7 business days We will notify the users via in-site notification:
  • Within 7 business days


We also agree to the Individual Redress Principle which requires that individuals have the right to legally pursue enforceable rights against data collectors and processors who fail to adhere to the law. This principle requires not only that individuals have enforceable rights against data users, but also that individuals have recourse to courts or government agencies to investigate and/or prosecute non-compliance by data processors.


CAN-SPAM Act

The CAN-SPAM Act is a law that sets the rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial messages, gives recipients the right to have emails stopped from being sent to them, and spells out tough penalties for violations.

We collect your email address in order to:

  • Send information, respond to inquiries, and/or other requests or questions
  • Send you additional information related to your product and/or service
  • Market to our mailing list or continue to send emails to our clients after the original service or transaction has occurred.


To be in accordance with CANSPAM, we agree to the following:

  • Not use false or misleading subjects or email addresses.
  • Identify the message as an advertisement in some reasonable way.
  • Include the physical address of our business or site headquarters.
  • Monitor third-party email marketing services for compliance, if one is used.
  • Honor opt-out/unsubscribe requests quickly.
  • Allow users to unsubscribe by using the link at the bottom of each email.


If at any time you would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, you can email us at:

  • Follow the instructions at the bottom of each email and we will promptly remove you from ALL correspondence.


Additional Notices for California Residents


California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018


Right to Know & Opting Out of Disclosure of Personal Information to Third Parties

In connection with any personal information we may disclose to a third party for a business purpose, you have the right to know (1) the categories of personal information collected; (2) the sources from which the personal information was collected; (3) the business or commercial purpose for collecting the personal information; (4) categories of third parties with whom we share personal information; (5) the specific pieces of personal information we have collected from you, if any. All of this information can be found throughout this Privacy Policy.


You also have the right to opt out of the disclosure of your personal information. If you exercise your right to opt out of the disclosure of your personal information, we will refrain from disclosing your personal information, unless you subsequently provide express authorization for the disclosure of your personal information. To opt out of the disclosure of your personal information, please contact us using the following methods:

  • Email: info@accisystems.com


Right to Deletion

Subject to certain exceptions set out below, on receipt of a verifiable request from you, we will:

  • Delete your personal information from our records; and
  • Direct any service providers to delete your personal information from their records.


Please note that we may not be able to comply with requests to delete your personal information if it is necessary to:

  • Complete the transaction for which the personal information was collected, fulfill the terms of a written warranty or product recall conducted in accordance with federal law, provide a good or service requested by you, or reasonably anticipated within the context of our ongoing business relationship with you, or otherwise perform a contract between you and us.
  • Detect security incidents, protect against malicious, deceptive, fraudulent, or illegal activity; or prosecute those responsible for that activity.
  • Debug to identify and repair errors that impair existing intended functionality.
  • Exercise free speech, ensure the right of another consumer to exercise his or her right of free speech, or exercise another right provided for by law.
  • Comply with the California Electronic Communications Privacy Act.
  • Engage in public or peer-reviewed scientific, historical, or statistical research in the public interest that adheres to all other applicable ethics and privacy laws, when our deletion of the information is likely to render impossible or seriously impair the achievement of such research, provided we have obtained your informed consent.
  • Enable solely internal uses that are reasonably aligned with your expectations based on your relationship with us.
  • Comply with an existing legal obligation; or
  • Otherwise use your personal information, internally, in a lawful manner that is compatible with the context in which you provided the information.


California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

CalOPPA is the first state law in the nation to require commercial websites and online services to post a privacy policy. The law’s reach stretches well beyond California to require any person or company in the United States (and conceivably the world) that operates websites collecting Personally Identifiable Information from California consumers to post a conspicuous privacy policy on its website stating exactly the information being collected and those individuals or companies with whom it is being shared. – See more at: http://consumercal.org/california-online-privacy-protection-act-caloppa/#sthash.0FdRbT51.dpuf


According to CalOPPA, we agree to the following:

  • Users can visit our site anonymously.
  • Our Privacy Policy link includes the word ‘Privacy’ and can easily be found on the page specified above.
  • You will be notified of any Privacy Policy changes on our Privacy Policy Page.
  • You can review or change your personal information by calling us at (310) 601-5933

How Does Our Site Handle Do Not Track Signals?

We honor Do Not Track signals and Do Not Track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place.


Does Our Site Allow Third-Party Behavioral Tracking?

It’s also important to note that we do not allow third-party behavioral tracking.


Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at:

  • Email: info@accisystems.com
  • Phone: (310) 601-5933


All Privacy Policy provisions are effective immediately upon publication. Last edited on January 9, 2025.