1.  Introduction

The website nirnayalaw.com (the “Website”) of Nirnaya Legal Advisory (the "Firm") provides general information about the Firm and its legal services for the convenience of the Firm's clients and other interested visitors.  These Terms of Use & Privacy Policy (collectively, the "Terms") govern your access to and use of the Website.  By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.  If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website immediately.

These Terms are subject to change at any time.  The current version will always be posted on the Website with its effective date.  Your continued use of the Website after any modification constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2.  Advertising Disclaimer

The materials on this Website may constitute attorney advertising under the California Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable State Bar rules.  Prior results described on this Website do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future matter.

3.  No Legal Advice

The content on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.  The Firm makes no representation that any content is complete, current, accurate, or applicable to your specific circumstances.  To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Firm disclaims all liability arising from any reliance on the content of this Website.

You should not act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information on this Website without first consulting a qualified attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction.  Transmission of information to or from the Website does not create an attorney-client relationship.

4.  No Attorney-Client Relationship

Your use of this Website, including any submission of a contact form or inquiry, does not establish an attorney-client relationship between you and the Firm or any of its attorneys.  An attorney-client relationship is formed only upon the Firm's explicit written agreement to represent you, which may be subject to a conflicts check and execution of a written engagement letter.

If you wish to engage the Firm, or if you have a legal matter you would like to discuss, please contact us directly:

Nirnaya Legal Advisory

6043 Buffett Pl.

San Jose, CA 95123

Email: rohan@nirnayalaw.com

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Do not send confidential or time-sensitive information to the Firm through this Website or by email until you have spoken with one of our attorneys and have received written confirmation that the Firm has agreed to represent you.  Unsolicited information you send to the Firm before a representation agreement is in place may not be treated as privileged or confidential.

5.  Collection and Use of Personal Information

5.1  Information You Provide Voluntarily

The Website may allow you to voluntarily submit personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, or the nature of a legal matter in order to request information or to subscribe to the Firm's newsletter or other communications.  Information you submit voluntarily will be used solely for the purpose for which it was submitted and will not be sold to third parties for marketing purposes.

If you subscribe to the Firm's mailing list, you may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any Firm communication, or by emailing your request directly to the Firm at the address above.

5.2  Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, the Website may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, including:

•        Internet Protocol (IP) address

•        Browser type and version

•        Operating system

•        Referring URLs and pages visited

•        Date and time of access

This information is used for internal analytics, security monitoring, and to improve the functionality and performance of the Website.  It is not used to personally identify individual visitors except as may be required by law or to protect the Firm's legal rights.

5.3  Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Website may use cookies, web beacons, or similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and for analytics purposes.  You may configure your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent; however, certain features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5.4  Third-Party Service Providers

The Firm may engage third-party vendors (such as web hosting providers or analytics services) that process data on the Firm's behalf.  Such vendors are contractually obligated to use personal information solely for the purpose of providing services to the Firm and to maintain appropriate security measures.  The Firm does not sell personal information to third parties.

6.  California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (CPRA), Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.  Subject to applicable exemptions, these rights include:

•        Right to Know: You may request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information the Firm has collected about you, the sources of that information, the business purpose for collecting it, and the categories of third parties with whom it has been shared.

•        Right to Delete: You may request deletion of personal information the Firm has collected from you, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., information necessary to complete a transaction, comply with a legal obligation, or exercise a legal right).

•        Right to Correct: You may request correction of inaccurate personal information maintained by the Firm.

•        Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: The Firm does not sell personal information or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

•        Right to Non-Discrimination: The Firm will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights.

To submit a privacy rights request, please contact the Firm at rohan@nirnayalaw.com.  The Firm will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.  The Firm may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

Note: Information collected, used, or disclosed in connection with an attorney-client relationship, or in anticipation of litigation, may be exempt from certain CCPA/CPRA disclosure requirements.  See Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.145.

7.  Data Security

The Firm employs reasonable technical and organizational measures (including firewalls, encryption where appropriate, and access controls) to protect personal information submitted through the Website against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.  However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.  You submit personal information at your own risk, and the Firm cannot guarantee absolute security.

If you believe your personal information has been compromised as a result of your use of this Website, please contact the Firm immediately at the email address above.

8.  Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites for the convenience of users.  The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by the Firm of the linked site or any association between the Firm and the operators of that site.  The Firm has no control over third-party websites and is not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of use.  You access any third-party website entirely at your own risk.

9.  Intellectual Property and Permitted Use of Content

9.1  Firm-Owned Content

This Website and all content owned by or licensed to the Firm (including text, graphics, logos, and other materials) are protected by U.S. copyright law, trademark law, international conventions, and other applicable intellectual property laws.  Subject to your compliance with these Terms, you are permitted to view, download, and print materials hosted on this Website solely for your own personal, non-commercial, informational use, provided that you retain all copyright, trademark, and other proprietary notices and do not modify the materials in any way.

No other use, including reproduction, distribution, public display, creation of derivative works, or commercial exploitation, is permitted without the Firm's prior written consent.

9.2  Third-Party Content

Materials accessible through links to third-party websites are not owned or controlled by the Firm.  All such materials are presumed to be protected by applicable intellectual property laws.  Your rights with respect to third-party content are governed solely by the terms of the applicable third-party site.

10.  Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.  THE FIRM DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

11.  Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE FIRM AND ITS ATTORNEYS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS WEBSITE OR ITS CONTENT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

12.  Accessibility

The Firm is committed to making this Website accessible to individuals with disabilities, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Unruh Civil Rights Act.  If you experience any difficulty accessing content on this Website, please contact the Firm at the email address above so that we can provide the information you need through an accessible format and work to address any accessibility barriers.

13.  Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.  Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Santa Clara County, California, and you hereby consent to personal jurisdiction in such courts.

14.  Contact Information

Questions or concerns regarding these Terms, your privacy rights, or the accessibility of this Website should be directed to:

Nirnaya Legal Advisory

6043 Buffett Pl., San Jose, CA 95123

Email: rohan@nirnayalaw.com