Terms & Conditions

Last updated: July 7, 2026

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website and communication channels (phone, SMS/text messaging, and web chat) offered by the Law Offices of Lorraine M. Medeiros, Esq., LLC ("the Firm," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing our website or communicating with us through these channels, you agree to these Terms.

No Legal Advice; No Attorney-Client Relationship

The content on this website, and any information provided through our contact form, phone calls, text messages, or web chat, is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Use of this website, submission of the contact form, or exchanging text messages or chat messages with our office does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is formed only when the Firm expressly agrees to represent you, typically through a signed engagement letter. Do not act or refrain from acting based on information from this website without seeking independent legal advice from a licensed attorney regarding your specific situation.

Use of This Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You may not use this website in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the site, or interfere with any other party's use of it. All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of the Firm or its licensors and may not be reproduced or used without permission.

No Warranty

This website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that the information provided is complete, accurate, or up to date.

SMS / Text Messaging Terms

The Firm offers an SMS text messaging program to communicate with clients and prospective clients. By providing your mobile phone number and consenting to receive text messages, you agree to the following:

  • Program operator: Text messages in our SMS program are sent on our behalf by JPF Tech, our communications provider.
  • Program description: our SMS program is used for appointment reminders, intake follow-up, and two-way communication with our office regarding your inquiry or matter.
  • Message frequency: message frequency varies depending on your interactions with our office and may include recurring messages related to scheduling and follow-up.
  • Message and data rates: message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile carrier and plan.
  • Opt out: you may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. You may receive one final confirmation message.
  • Help: reply HELP to any message for assistance, or contact our office directly at 973-589-1785.
  • Carrier liability: carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
  • Supported carriers: our SMS program is supported by most major U.S. wireless carriers; availability may vary.

For details on how we handle information collected through our SMS program, including our commitment that mobile opt-in information and consent are never shared with third parties for marketing purposes, please see our Privacy Policy.

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any linked third-party sites.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Firm shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of this website or our communication channels.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of our website or communication channels after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Law Offices of Lorraine M. Medeiros, Esq., LLC
56 Ferry Street, Suite 1
Newark, NJ 07105
Phone: 973-589-1785
Email: info@lorrainemedeiroslaw.com

See also our Privacy Policy.