Terms of Service - California

1. Service Description - California Compliance

FlowLegalPartners operates as a legal referral marketplace connecting California consumers with licensed California attorneys. Our service complies with California Rules of Professional Conduct regarding attorney advertising and referral services.

2. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have enhanced privacy rights. These rights include:

3. California Attorney Referral Service Regulations

Under California Rules of Professional Conduct and Business and Professions Code Section 6155:

Required Disclosures:

• Attorneys in our network pay referral fees to participate
• These fees do not influence our matching algorithms or recommendations
• You may contact attorneys directly without using our referral service
• We do not guarantee any specific outcomes or attorney performance
• All attorneys are independently licensed and insured professionals
• Attorney referral fees are disclosed in accordance with California law

Your Rights as a California Consumer:

• Right to know the referral fee structure
• Right to contact the California State Bar for attorney verification
• Right to file complaints about attorney conduct with the State Bar of California
• Right to seek second opinions from other attorneys
• Right to cancel certain contracts within prescribed time periods

4. California Consumer Protection Laws

California Unfair Competition Law (UCL):

Our services comply with California Business and Professions Code Section 17200. We commit to:

• Providing truthful and accurate information about our services
• Not engaging in unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent business practices
• Honoring all representations made about our referral process
• Maintaining transparent fee structures and billing practices

Additional California Protections:

• Unruh Civil Rights Act: Protection against discrimination
• Consumer Legal Remedies Act: Enhanced remedies for deceptive practices
• Truth in Advertising: All marketing must be truthful and not misleading
• Right to Cancel: Certain services may include cancellation rights

5. Communication Consent - California TCPA Compliance

California has specific protections regarding automated communications. By providing your contact information:

Your Consent Includes:

• Express written consent for calls, texts, and emails from attorneys and FlowLegalPartners
• Understanding that calls may include automated/prerecorded messages
• Agreement that consent is not required to purchase any goods or services
• Knowledge that message and data rates may apply

6. Dispute Resolution - California Law

Governing Law:

These terms are governed by California state law and applicable federal law. California courts have jurisdiction over disputes involving California residents.

Available Remedies:

• Direct Resolution: Contact us first to resolve issues informally
• California Attorney General: File complaints about consumer protection violations
• California Courts: Access to California court system for legal disputes
• State Bar of California: Report attorney conduct issues
• Small Claims Court: Available for qualifying disputes under $10,000

7. Limitation of Liability - California Consumer Protection

While we limit liability to the extent permitted by law, California consumer protection laws may provide additional remedies that cannot be waived:

California Consumer Protection Rights:

• Right to damages for violations of California consumer protection laws
• Right to attorney fees in certain consumer protection cases
• Right to statutory damages under the CCPA and other statutes
• Protection against unfair competition and deceptive practices
• Enhanced remedies under the Unruh Civil Rights Act

8. California-Specific Legal Considerations

Geographic and Jurisdictional Factors:

• California's large geographic area may affect case venue and jurisdiction
• Federal jurisdiction issues may arise in areas with federal facilities
• Local court rules may vary between different California counties
• Interstate jurisdiction for cases involving multiple states

California Industry-Specific Considerations:

• Entertainment law and intellectual property matters
• Technology and startup legal issues
• Environmental and regulatory compliance
• Real estate and construction law complexities

9. Contact Information - California Operations