Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Expert Witness Insights ("Platform," "we," "us," or "our"), operated by ESG Intelligence Private Limited, a company registered in New Delhi, India, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.expertwitnessinsights.com (the "Site") and use our services.

This policy applies to all users of our Site, including:

• Expert witnesses who create profiles ("Experts");
• Attorneys and legal professionals who search for experts ("Visitors");
• Any other individuals who interact with our platform.

By accessing or using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you register, create a profile, subscribe to services, or contact us.

Account and Profile Information (for Experts):

• Basic Information: Name, email address, phone number;
• Professional Information: Professional title, credentials, qualifications, licenses, certifications;
• Education: Degrees, institutions, graduation dates;
• Expertise: Areas of expertise, primary discipline, specializations, methodologies;
• Jurisdictions: States, provinces, countries where you can provide services;
• Experience: Professional biography, testimony experience, deposition experience, case types;
• Publications and Media: Books, articles, papers, media appearances, speaking engagements;
• Professional Affiliations: Bar associations, professional organizations, memberships;
• Rate Information: Hourly rates, day rates, retainer fees (optional);
• Media: Profile photo, headshot, professional videos;
• External Profiles: LinkedIn profile URL, personal website URL, YouTube channel;
• Location: City, state/province, country, office address (if provided);
• Preferences: Notification preferences, privacy settings, service preferences.

Contact Form Submissions and Inquiries:

• Name and email address;
• Phone number (optional);
• Company or organization name (optional);
• Inquiry type, subject, and message content;
• Any documents or attachments you choose to send.

Payment and Billing Information (for Premium Services):

• Billing name and email address;
• Billing address (city, state/province, postal code, country);
• Payment Details: Payment information is processed and stored by PayPal. We receive confirmation of successful payments and PayPal transaction IDs, but we do not store your full credit card numbers, bank account details, or other sensitive payment information on our servers;
• Subscription history and billing records.

Communications and Correspondence:

• Emails you send to us;
• Support tickets and customer service interactions;
• Feedback, surveys, and testimonials;
• Any other communications you initiate with us.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our Site, we automatically collect certain information using cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies:

Device and Browser Information:

• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet);
• Browser type and version (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.);
• Operating system (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, etc.);
• Screen resolution and display settings;
• Device identifiers (IP address, user agent string).

Usage and Activity Data:

• Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click patterns;
• Referring URL (where you came from);
• Exit pages;
• Search queries within the Site;
• Features and services used;
• Profile views and engagement metrics;
• Download and upload activity;
• Error messages and technical issues encountered.

Log Data:

• IP address (which may indicate general geographic location);
• Date and time of access;
• Session duration;
• HTTP response codes;
• Server logs and technical diagnostics.

Location Information:

• General geographic location based on IP address (country, region, city);
• Precise location (only if you explicitly grant permission through your device settings).

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, which we combine with information we collect directly:

• Payment Processors (PayPal): Transaction confirmations, payment status, billing information, payer IDs, and dispute notifications;
• Analytics Providers: Aggregated usage statistics, demographic data, and behavioral insights;
• Public Sources: Publicly available professional information to verify credentials, such as:
  • State bar association directories;
  • Professional licensing boards;
  • LinkedIn profiles (if you provide a link);
  • Court records and case filings (for Case Intelligence services);
  • Academic and professional publications.
• Social Media Platforms: If you link your LinkedIn profile or YouTube channel, we may access publicly available information from those platforms;
• Referral Sources: If someone refers you to our service, we may receive your name and contact information.

3. AI and Automated Data Processing

We use artificial intelligence and automated technologies extensively in our services. This section explains in detail how AI processes your data.

3.1 AI-Powered Profile Optimization

We use AI to structure, enhance, and optimize your profile data for maximum discoverability by search engines and AI-powered legal research tools. Specifically:

Structured Data Generation:

• Schema.org Markup: AI automatically generates structured data markup (Person schema, ProfessionalService schema, Organization schema) from your profile information;
• JSON-LD Embedding: AI creates JSON-LD code that embeds semantic information about your expertise, qualifications, and experience directly into your profile page;
• FAQ Schema Creation: AI generates structured question-and-answer data (FAQSchema) about your expertise, methodology, and experience to help AI assistants provide accurate responses;
• Article Schema: For published articles, AI creates NewsArticle or Article schema markup with metadata about authorship, publication date, and content.

Semantic Categorization and Tagging:

• AI maps your expertise to standardized legal and professional taxonomies;
• AI identifies relevant keywords and concepts from your biography and experience;
• AI categorizes your services and specializations for improved searchability;
• AI links your profile to relevant legal practice areas and case types.

Content Enhancement Suggestions:

• AI may analyze your profile text and suggest improvements for clarity, completeness, and searchability;
• AI may recommend additional sections or information to include;
• AI may identify gaps in your profile (missing credentials, incomplete experience descriptions);
• Note: These are suggestions only; you control all content decisions.

3.2 AI Content Generation (Premium Services)

For subscribers to our premium services (Insights Package, Case Intelligence Package), AI is used to generate or assist in creating content:

Profile Summaries and Descriptions:

• AI may draft or suggest profile summaries based on your provided information;
• AI creates concise descriptions of your methodology, approach, and qualifications;
• AI formats information for optimal presentation and readability.

Article Content (Insights Package):

• AI assists in generating article drafts, outlines, and content ideas based on your expertise;
• AI optimizes your articles for search engine visibility and AI assistant comprehension;
• AI suggests headlines, subheadings, and structure for better engagement;
• AI creates FAQ sections embedded in articles;
• Important: All AI-generated articles require your review, editing, and approval before publication.

Video Scripts and Outlines (Insights Package - Yearly):

• AI generates scripts and talking points for professional videos;
• AI suggests video topics based on your expertise and market trends;
• AI structures content for optimal engagement and clarity.

Case Intelligence Reports (Case Intelligence Package):

• AI analyzes court docket data and case filings to identify relevant litigation;
• AI extracts information about expert witnesses, attorneys, and case outcomes;
• AI summarizes case details, legal issues, and expert testimony patterns;
• AI identifies trends, patterns, and networking opportunities;
• AI generates monthly reports with insights and recommendations.

Your Control Over AI-Generated Content:

You maintain complete control over all AI-generated content. Specifically:

• AI-generated content is provided to you as drafts or suggestions;
• You must review, edit, and approve content before it is published to your profile or website;
• You can modify, reject, or replace AI-generated content at any time;
• Publication requires your explicit approval;
• Once published, you are solely responsible for the accuracy and appropriateness of the content.

3.3 Third-Party AI Indexing and Discoverability

Your profile is intentionally optimized for discoverability by third-party AI-powered systems, including but not limited to:

• AI Assistants: ChatGPT (OpenAI), Claude (Anthropic), Perplexity, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and similar conversational AI systems;
• AI-Enhanced Search Engines: Google AI Overviews, Bing Chat, and other AI-powered search features;
• Legal Research AI Tools: Specialized AI tools used by attorneys for expert discovery;
• Web Crawlers and Indexers: Automated bots that index web content for AI training and retrieval.

What This Means for Your Data:

• Indexing: Third-party AI systems may crawl, index, and store copies of your public profile information;
• Processing: These systems may process your information to understand your expertise, qualifications, and suitability for legal matters;
• Presentation: AI assistants may cite, quote, summarize, or reference your profile when responding to attorney queries;
• Training (Potentially): Some AI systems may use publicly available web content, including your profile, to train or improve their models;
• No Control: We cannot control how third-party AI systems interpret, store, or present your information.

Risks and Limitations:

You acknowledge and understand that third-party AI systems may:

• Misinterpret or misrepresent your qualifications or experience;
• Generate inaccurate summaries or "hallucinations" about you;
• Combine information from multiple sources in ways that create misleading impressions;
• Present outdated information if they don't regularly re-index your profile;
• Attribute information to you incorrectly;
• We are not responsible for errors, inaccuracies, or misrepresentations by third-party AI systems.

Opting Out of AI Indexing:

• You can make your profile private, which will remove it from public view and prevent AI indexing;
• However: Making your profile private will significantly reduce your visibility to potential clients;
• We use technical measures (robots.txt directives) to guide ethical AI crawlers, but not all systems respect these directives;
• Once your public information has been indexed by third-party AI systems, we cannot force them to delete it.

3.4 AI Data Processing for Platform Improvement

We use AI to analyze aggregated, anonymized data to improve our services:

• Usage Analysis: AI analyzes how users interact with the Site to identify areas for improvement;
• Search Optimization: AI evaluates search queries and results to improve our directory's relevance;
• Recommendation Systems: AI may suggest experts to attorneys based on case requirements (if we implement this feature);
• Fraud Detection: AI helps detect fake profiles, spam, and fraudulent activity;
• Quality Assurance: AI identifies incomplete profiles or content that may benefit from enhancement.

Note: This analysis uses anonymized, aggregated data and does not personally identify you.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

4.1 To Provide and Maintain Services

• Creating and maintaining your expert profile;
• Displaying your profile to attorneys and legal professionals searching for experts;
• Processing subscription payments and managing billing;
• Providing premium services (Insights, Case Intelligence, Website packages);
• Generating AI-optimized content and structured data;
• Sending transactional emails (welcome emails, password resets, billing notifications, subscription confirmations);
• Providing customer support and responding to inquiries;
• Hosting and maintaining the technical infrastructure of the Site.

4.2 To Improve and Personalize Your Experience

• Analyzing usage patterns to improve Site functionality and user experience;
• Personalizing content, features, and recommendations;
• Remembering your preferences and settings;
• Testing new features and functionality;
• Conducting surveys and gathering feedback;
• Optimizing Site performance, speed, and reliability.

4.3 To Communicate with You

• Sending account-related notifications (profile completeness reminders, subscription renewals, payment confirmations);
• Providing customer support and responding to your requests;
• Sending service updates, feature announcements, and platform changes;
• Sending educational content and tips for optimizing your profile (if you opt in);
• Conducting market research and user surveys (with your consent);
• Responding to your questions, comments, and feedback.

4.4 For Marketing and Promotional Purposes (With Consent)

• Sending newsletters, blog updates, and industry insights (only if you opt in);
• Promoting new features, services, or subscription packages;
• Offering special promotions, discounts, or incentives;
• Conducting marketing campaigns and advertising;
• Note: You can opt out of marketing communications at any time using the "unsubscribe" link in emails.

4.5 For Legal, Security, and Safety Purposes

• Detecting, preventing, and investigating fraud, spam, abuse, and illegal activity;
• Enforcing our Terms of Use and other policies;
• Complying with legal obligations, court orders, subpoenas, and government requests;
• Protecting the rights, property, and safety of our users, our company, and the public;
• Resolving disputes and investigating complaints;
• Maintaining security and preventing unauthorized access;
• Conducting internal audits and compliance reviews.

4.6 For Business Operations

• Managing subscriptions, billing, and payment processing;
• Generating financial reports and tax records;
• Conducting business analytics and performance monitoring;
• Planning for business continuity and disaster recovery;
• In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales (see Section 5.4).

5. CourtListener Data and Attorney Information

5.1 Data Source Attribution

Expert Witness Insights uses public court data from CourtListener, a project of the Free Law Project. All court data, case information, and attorney information displayed on our platform are sourced from publicly available court records and PACER filings.

5.2 Use of Attorney Information

When CourtListener provides attorney contact information, we use it for the following purposes:

• Display attorney names, law firms, and contact information on case detail pages;
• Help expert witnesses understand party representation in litigation;
• Enable experts to identify potential opposing counsel for professional purposes;
• Facilitate informed decision-making about case engagement.

5.3 What We Do NOT Do With Attorney Information

We explicitly do NOT:

• Contact attorneys on behalf of users or experts;
• Share attorney contact information with third parties without consent;
• Use attorney data for marketing, advertising, or spam purposes;
• Sell, license, or commercially exploit attorney contact databases;
• Store attorney email addresses or phone numbers beyond what is necessary for case display;
• Use attorney information to create mailing lists or contact lists;
• Share attorney data with data brokers or marketing companies.

5.4 Public Domain Status

Court data is in the public domain and not subject to copyright restrictions. Our use of CourtListener data is governed by their API Terms of Service. We provide proper attribution to CourtListener and the Free Law Project as required.

5.5 Data Accuracy and Verification

We provide court data as-is from public records. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of court information. We recommend verifying all case information through official court sources before taking action based on our platform's data.

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Public Profile Information

Your public profile is visible to all Site visitors and search engines. This includes:

• Name, professional title, and credentials;
• Areas of expertise, disciplines, and jurisdictions;
• Professional biography and methodology;
• Testimony and deposition experience;
• Publications, media appearances, and speaking engagements;
• Professional affiliations and memberships;
• Rate information (if you choose to display it);
• Profile photo and videos;
• LinkedIn profile URL and website URL (if provided);
• City and state/province (not full street address unless you provide it);
• Any articles or content you publish through our platform.

This information may be indexed by:

• Search engines (Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo, etc.);
• AI-powered systems (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, etc.);
• Legal research platforms and directories;
• Web archives and data aggregators.

If you want to limit visibility, you can make your profile private in your account settings, though this will significantly reduce your discoverability.

5.2 Service Providers and Business Partners

We share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site and delivering services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes:

Infrastructure and Hosting:

• Render: Cloud hosting and server infrastructure;
• Database Providers: Secure data storage (PostgreSQL hosting).

Payment Processing:

• PayPal: Payment processing, subscription management, billing, and fraud prevention. PayPal has its own privacy policy governing how they handle your payment information: PayPal Privacy Policy.

Communications:

• Email Service Providers: For sending transactional emails, notifications, and newsletters (e.g., Gmail SMTP, SendGrid, or similar);
• SMS Providers: If we implement SMS notifications (currently not used).

Analytics and Performance Monitoring:

• Google Analytics for understanding Site usage and improving user experience;
• Microsoft Clarity for session analysis, form optimization, and user experience monitoring. Clarity records anonymized user sessions (including mouse movements, clicks, and scrolling) to help us identify usability issues and improve the user experience. Personally identifiable information (PII) such as passwords, email addresses, and payment data are automatically masked and not recorded.
• Error Tracking Services: For monitoring and fixing technical issues.

AI and Content Services:

• AI Service Providers: Third-party AI APIs (such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar) for content generation, optimization, and analysis. These providers may process your information to generate content but are prohibited from using your data to train their general models without consent;
• Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): For faster delivery of images, videos, and other media.

Website Development (Website Package Subscribers):

• Cloudflare Pages or similar website hosting platforms for deploying and hosting your custom website;
• Domain Registrars: If we assist with domain registration.

5.3 Legal Requirements and Protection

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations, including court orders, subpoenas, search warrants, or other legal process;
• Respond to government or regulatory requests;
• Enforce our Terms of Use or other agreements;
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of ESG Intelligence Private Limited, our users, or the public;
• Detect, prevent, or investigate fraud, security issues, or illegal activity;
• Defend against legal claims or threats;
• Comply with tax reporting, accounting, or audit requirements.

5.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, asset sale, bankruptcy, or other business transaction, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity or successor organization. We will provide notice (via email or Site notice) before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

5.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information in other circumstances with your explicit consent, such as:

• If you request that we share information with a third party;
• If you participate in integrations or partnerships that require data sharing;
• If you provide testimonials or case studies that we may use for marketing (with your permission).

5.6 Aggregated and Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data that cannot reasonably be used to identify you, such as:

• Statistics about Site usage and traffic;
• Trends in expert witness specializations or market demand;
• Aggregate data for research, industry reports, or marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. Our security measures include:

6.1 Technical Safeguards

• Encryption in Transit: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS protocols;
• Encryption at Rest: Sensitive data stored in our databases is encrypted;
• Secure Password Storage: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms (bcrypt or similar); we never store passwords in plain text;
• Access Controls: Administrative access to systems and databases is restricted to authorized personnel only;
• Authentication: Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is required for administrative accounts;
• Secure Payment Processing: Payment information is processed by PayPal, a PCI-DSS compliant payment processor; we do not store full credit card numbers.

6.2 Organizational Safeguards

• Employee Training: Staff are trained on data protection and privacy best practices;
• Confidentiality Agreements: Employees and contractors with access to personal data sign confidentiality agreements;
• Limited Access: Access to personal data is granted on a need-to-know basis;
• Security Audits: We conduct regular security reviews and assessments;
• Incident Response Plan: We have procedures in place to respond to data breaches or security incidents.

6.3 Third-Party Security

• We require third-party service providers to implement appropriate security measures;
• We conduct due diligence when selecting service providers;
• We enter into data processing agreements with providers that handle personal information.

6.4 Limitations

Important: No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information using commercially reasonable means, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You acknowledge and accept these inherent risks when using online services.

6.5 Your Responsibilities

You play a critical role in protecting your information:

• Use a strong, unique password for your account;
• Do not share your password with anyone;
• Log out of your account when using shared or public computers;
• Enable two-factor authentication if available;
• Report any suspicious activity or security concerns immediately to [email protected].

6.6 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by applicable law. Notification will be provided via email to the address associated with your account.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purposes for which it is used:

7.1 Active Accounts

• Profile Information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account deletion (to prevent immediate re-registration with fraudulent intent);
• Subscription Data: Retained for the duration of active subscriptions plus any applicable refund or dispute period.

7.2 Deleted Accounts

When you delete your account:

• Profile Removal: Your public profile is removed from the directory within 7 business days;
• Data Deletion: Most personal information is deleted within 30 days of account deletion;
• Exceptions: Some information may be retained longer for legitimate purposes:
  • Legal Compliance: Information required for tax, accounting, or legal purposes is retained for up to 7 years or as required by law;
  • Fraud Prevention: Information about banned or suspended accounts may be retained indefinitely to prevent fraudulent re-registration;
  • Dispute Resolution: Information related to ongoing disputes, claims, or legal proceedings is retained until resolution;
  • Backups: Copies in system backups may persist for up to 90 days after deletion.

7.3 Specific Data Types

• Contact Inquiries: Retained for up to 3 years for customer service and business purposes;
• Payment Records: Retained for up to 7 years for tax, accounting, and legal compliance;
• Log Data: Server logs and access logs typically retained for up to 12 months;
• Analytics Data: Anonymized usage statistics may be retained indefinitely;
• Communications: Emails and support tickets retained for up to 3 years;
• Marketing Data: If you opt in to marketing, your email and preferences are retained until you opt out, after which they are deleted within 30 days.

7.4 Limitations on Retention

We periodically review and delete information that is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. However, note that:

• We cannot control third-party copies of your information (e.g., search engine caches, AI system indexes);
• Information published on external platforms (YouTube videos, LinkedIn profiles you linked to) is governed by those platforms' policies;
• Once your public profile has been indexed by search engines or AI systems, we cannot force them to remove it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include:

8.1 Access and Portability

• Right to Access: You can access most of your information through your account dashboard;
• Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format (e.g., JSON, CSV);
• How to Exercise: Log in to your account dashboard, or contact us at [email protected] to request a data export.

8.2 Correction and Updates

• Right to Correction: You can update, edit, or correct your profile information at any time through your account dashboard;
• How to Exercise: Log in to your account and edit your profile, or contact us if you need assistance.

8.3 Deletion

• Right to Deletion: You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data;
• How to Exercise: Contact us at [email protected] with your deletion request;
• Limitations: Some information may be retained as described in Section 7.2 (legal compliance, fraud prevention, dispute resolution);
• Third-Party Copies: We cannot delete copies of your information held by third parties (search engines, AI systems, web archives).

8.4 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

• Right to Opt Out: You can opt out of marketing emails at any time;
• How to Exercise: Click the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any marketing email, or contact us at [email protected];
• Note: Opting out of marketing does not affect transactional emails (account notifications, billing confirmations, password resets), which are necessary for the operation of your account.

8.5 Profile Visibility Control

• Right to Limit Public Visibility: You can make your profile private, which removes it from the public directory and prevents search engine indexing;
• How to Exercise: Go to your account settings and toggle the "Make Profile Private" option;
• Impact: Making your profile private will significantly reduce your visibility to potential clients and AI-powered legal research tools;
• Limitation: This does not remove your profile from third-party systems that have already indexed it.

8.6 Objection to Data Processing

• Right to Object: In certain circumstances, you may object to our processing of your personal information;
• AI Processing: You may object to AI-powered optimization of your profile by making your profile private;
• How to Exercise: Contact us at [email protected] to discuss your concerns;
• Note: Some processing is necessary to provide our services; objecting may limit or prevent your use of certain features.

8.7 Restriction of Processing

• Right to Restriction: You may request that we restrict processing of your information in certain circumstances (e.g., while we verify accuracy or assess legal grounds for processing);
• How to Exercise: Contact us at [email protected] with your request.

8.8 Withdrawal of Consent

• Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time;
• How to Exercise: Contact us at [email protected];
• Note: Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing that occurred before withdrawal.

8.9 Response Time

We will respond to your requests to exercise these rights within 30 days (or as required by applicable law). In some cases, we may need additional time or information to fulfill your request. We will notify you if we need an extension or if we are unable to fulfill your request for legal reasons.

8.10 Verification

To protect your privacy, we may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests related to your personal information. We may ask for additional information or documentation to confirm you are the account holder.

8.11 No Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights. You will not receive different pricing, service levels, or quality of services as a result of exercising your privacy rights.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site.

9.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status.

9.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary):

• Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, security, and session management;
• Examples: Login session cookies, authentication tokens, security tokens;
• Control: These cookies cannot be disabled without severely impacting Site functionality.

Functional Cookies:

• Purpose: These cookies remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience;
• Examples: Language preferences, display settings, "remember me" functionality;
• Control: You can disable these cookies, but some features may not work as expected.

Analytics and Performance Cookies:

• Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site by collecting anonymized usage data;
• Examples: Google Analytics cookies, Microsoft Clarity session cookies for user behavior analysis, page view tracking, and session duration;
• Microsoft Clarity: Clarity uses cookies to enable session replay and user experience analysis. These are anonymized and do not contain personally identifiable information (PII);
• Control: You can opt out of analytics cookies through browser settings or privacy tools. Disabling cookies may affect certain site functionality.

Advertising and Marketing Cookies (If Applicable):

• Purpose: These cookies track your browsing activity to deliver personalized ads;
• Note: We currently do not use advertising cookies, but may in the future with your consent.

9.3 Other Tracking Technologies

• Web Beacons: Tiny graphics (also called "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") embedded in web pages or emails to track user activity;
• Local Storage: HTML5 local storage used to store data locally on your device for improved performance;
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser.

9.4 How to Control Cookies

Browser Settings:

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:

• Block all cookies;
• Accept only first-party cookies;
• Delete cookies after each session;
• Receive notifications when cookies are set.

Refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions.

Opt-Out Tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on;
• Do Not Track (DNT): Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" signal, but not all websites honor it.

9.5 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality, including:

• Inability to log in or maintain sessions;
• Loss of personalization and saved preferences;
• Reduced Site performance;
• Limited access to certain features.

10. Third-Party Services

Our Site integrates with and links to third-party services that have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

10.1 Payment Processing

• PayPal: Processes all subscription payments. PayPal's privacy policy governs how they handle your payment information: PayPal Privacy Policy.

10.2 Video Hosting

• YouTube: We may embed YouTube videos on our Site or your profile. YouTube (owned by Google) may collect information about your viewing activity: Google Privacy Policy.

10.3 Social Media

• LinkedIn: If you link your LinkedIn profile, LinkedIn's privacy policy applies to information they collect: LinkedIn Privacy Policy.

10.4 AI-Powered Legal Research Tools

Third-party AI systems may index your public profile. These systems have their own privacy policies:

• OpenAI (ChatGPT): OpenAI Privacy Policy
• Anthropic (Claude): Anthropic Privacy Policy
• Perplexity: Perplexity Privacy Policy
• Google (Gemini, AI Overviews): Google Privacy Policy

10.5 No Control Over Third Parties

We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. Your interactions with third parties are governed by their respective terms and policies.

11. International Data Transfers

ESG Intelligence Private Limited is based in New Delhi, India. If you are accessing our Site from outside India, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in India or other countries where our service providers operate.

11.1 Data Transfer Mechanisms

When we transfer personal data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards, including:

• Contractual Protections: We enter into data processing agreements with service providers that include standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities;
• Adequacy Decisions: Where possible, we transfer data to countries that have been deemed to provide adequate data protection;
• Organizational Measures: We implement internal policies and procedures to protect data during transfers.

11.2 Countries Where Data May Be Processed

Your data may be processed in:

• India: Where our company is based and our primary servers are located;
• United States: Where some of our service providers (PayPal, cloud hosting providers, AI service providers) are located;
• European Union: If we use EU-based service providers;
• Other Countries: Where our service providers have data centers or operations.

11.3 Data Protection Standards

Countries outside India may have different data protection laws. However, we require all service providers to:

• Implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data;
• Process data only for specified purposes;
• Comply with data protection principles (confidentiality, integrity, availability);
• Notify us of any data breaches.

11.4 Your Consent

By using our Site and services, you explicitly consent to the transfer, storage, and processing of your information in India and other countries as described in this Privacy Policy.

11.5 European Economic Area (EEA) and UK Users

If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK GDPR, including:

• Right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority;
• Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests;
• Enhanced rights regarding automated decision-making and profiling.

For EEA/UK users, the legal basis for processing your data is:

• Contractual Necessity: To provide services you have requested;
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure security;
• Consent: For marketing communications and certain data processing activities;
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

11.6 California Users (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and shared;
• Right to delete personal information (subject to exceptions);
• Right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information);
• Right to correct inaccurate personal information;
• Right to limit use of sensitive personal information (if applicable);
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

12. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 18.

12.1 Age Verification

By using our Site and creating an account, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.

12.2 Parental Notice

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under 18 has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will promptly investigate and delete any such information.

12.3 Compliance with Children's Privacy Laws

We comply with applicable children's privacy laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States and similar laws in other jurisdictions.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

13.1 Right to Modify

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or business operations. Changes may be made for reasons including:

• New features, services, or functionality;
• Changes in applicable laws or regulations (e.g., new data protection laws);
• Changes in our data processing practices or service providers;
• User feedback or regulatory guidance;
• Security or privacy enhancements.

13.2 Notice of Changes

When we make changes to this Privacy Policy:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page;
• Changes are effective immediately upon posting unless otherwise stated;
• For material changes that significantly affect your rights or how we use your information, we will provide advance notice via:
  • Email to the address associated with your account; AND/OR
  • A prominent notice on the Site homepage or in your dashboard.
• We may also request your explicit consent for certain changes if required by law.

13.3 Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of the Site after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the changes, you should:

• Stop using the Site;
• Delete your account;
• Contact us to discuss your concerns.

13.4 Review This Policy Periodically

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. It is your responsibility to check for updates.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

ESG Intelligence Private Limited
d/b/a Expert Witness Insights

Privacy Inquiries: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
Data Protection Officer (if applicable): [email protected]

Website: www.expertwitnessinsights.com/contact

14.1 Response Time

We will respond to privacy inquiries and requests within 30 days (or as required by applicable law). For complex requests, we may need additional time and will notify you of any extension.

14.2 Complaints

If you believe we have violated your privacy rights or applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Contact us directly to resolve the issue;
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (if you are in the EEA, UK, or another jurisdiction with a data protection authority);
• Seek legal remedies in accordance with applicable laws.