Terms and Conditions

WEBSITE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE

Effective Date: 09/11/2026

Welcome to the website of Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC ("Firm," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, you should not use this website.

1. NO LEGAL ADVICE

The information contained on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. Information on this website may not reflect the most current legal developments and may not be applicable to your specific circumstances.

You should not act or refrain from acting based on information contained on this website without first seeking professional legal advice from a licensed attorney.

Your use of this website does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC.

2. NO ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

Contacting the Firm through this website, by email, by telephone, by text message, through a contact form, or by any other means does not create an attorney-client relationship.

An attorney-client relationship is established only after:

  1. The Firm has completed any necessary conflict checks;
  2. The Firm agrees to undertake the representation; and
  3. A written engagement agreement has been executed by both the client and the Firm.

Please do not send confidential or sensitive information through this website or any contact form until an attorney-client relationship has been established.

3. WEBSITE CONTENT

All materials contained on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, documents, articles, and other content, are provided for informational purposes only.

The Firm makes reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of information presented on the website. However, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information contained herein.

The Firm reserves the right to modify, update, or remove website content at any time without notice.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on this website is owned by or licensed to Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, and print materials from this website solely for personal, non-commercial use related to evaluating or obtaining legal services from the Firm.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, publish, display, modify, or create derivative works from website content;
  • Use any content for commercial purposes without prior written consent; or
  • Remove any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices.

5. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

This website may contain links to third-party websites. Such links are provided solely as a convenience.

The Firm does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party websites, services, products, or content. Access to third-party websites is at your own risk.

6. USER CONDUCT

You agree not to use this website:

  • In violation of any law or regulation;
  • To transmit unlawful, harmful, fraudulent, or misleading content;
  • To interfere with the operation or security of the website;
  • To attempt unauthorized access to any portion of the website or related systems; or
  • To transmit malware, viruses, or any other malicious code.

7. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

By contacting the Firm through the website, you consent to receive communications from the Firm electronically, including by email and, where applicable, text message.

The Firm cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted electronically. Users should exercise caution when transmitting sensitive information.

8. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

THIS WEBSITE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CLAYTON B. GADDIS, PLLC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY, AND RELIABILITY.

THE FIRM DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL OPERATE WITHOUT INTERRUPTION OR ERROR OR THAT THE WEBSITE IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CLAYTON B. GADDIS, PLLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO:

  • USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE;
  • RELIANCE ON INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE WEBSITE;
  • ERRORS OR OMISSIONS IN WEBSITE CONTENT; OR
  • UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR USE OF WEBSITE INFORMATION.

YOUR SOLE REMEDY FOR DISSATISFACTION WITH THE WEBSITE IS TO DISCONTINUE ITS USE.

10. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY NOTICE

The Firm practices law in accordance with applicable professional responsibility rules and regulations.

Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Any case results, testimonials, examples, descriptions of matters, or references to prior representations are not intended to predict or guarantee future results.

Every legal matter is unique and must be evaluated based on its own facts and circumstances.

11. TEXAS LAW

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Any dispute arising out of or relating to the website or these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Texas.

12. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

The Firm reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the website.

Continued use of the website following the posting of revised Terms and Conditions constitutes acceptance of those changes.


CLAYTON B. GADDIS, PLLC SMS TERMS OF USE

By opting in to or using any text messaging service offered by Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC ("Firm," "we," "our," or "us"), you agree to these Text Messaging Terms of Use. These Terms govern your use of our SMS and other text messaging services.

All references to "Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC," "Firm," "we," "our," or "us" refer to Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC, with its principal office located in Texas.

1. DEFINITIONS

"Opting In," "Opt In," and "Opt-In" mean requesting, joining, agreeing to, enrolling in, signing up for, responding to, acknowledging, or otherwise consenting to receive text messages from us.

"Text Messaging Service" means any arrangement through which Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC sends one or more messages to a mobile phone number, including SMS, MMS (when available), or any successor messaging technology.

2. CONSENT TO RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES

By providing your mobile phone number and consenting to receive text messages from Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC, you agree to receive communications related to:

  • Initial consultation scheduling;
  • Appointment confirmations and reminders;
  • Responses to inquiries;
  • Requests for documents or information;
  • Status updates regarding legal matters;
  • Follow-up communications regarding legal services;
  • Administrative and client service communications; and
  • Other communications reasonably related to the provision of legal services.

Consent to receive text messages is not required as a condition of obtaining legal representation or legal services.

3. E-SIGN DISCLOSURE

By agreeing to receive text messages, you consent to the use of electronic records to document your consent and communications with us. You may withdraw your consent to receive text messages at any time by following the opt-out procedures described below.

4. TEXT MESSAGING PRIVACY POLICY

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your information.

Information collected through our Text Messaging Service is used solely to communicate with you and provide legal and client-related services. We may share information with service providers, telecommunications carriers, messaging platform providers, and other vendors who assist in delivering text messages.

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Text messaging opt-in information, consent records, and phone numbers collected for SMS communications will not be sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

We reserve the right to disclose information when necessary to comply with applicable law, court orders, governmental requests, professional obligations, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Firm, our clients, or others.

Please note that text messaging may not be a secure method of communication. While we take reasonable measures to protect information, we cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted through SMS.

5. COSTS OF TEXT MESSAGES

Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC does not charge a fee for sending or receiving text messages through this service. However, message and data rates may apply according to the terms of your wireless service provider's plan.

6. FREQUENCY OF TEXT MESSAGES

The frequency of messages varies based on your relationship with the Firm and the nature of your legal matter or inquiry.

Text messages are generally sent on an individual, conversational basis. Message frequency will depend on appointment scheduling, client communications, case activity, requests for information, and your interactions with the Firm.

7. OPTING OUT OF TEXT MESSAGES

You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying:

STOP, QUIT, END, CANCEL, UNSUBSCRIBE, OPT OUT, or REVOKE

to any text message from us.

After receiving your opt-out request, we may send a final confirmation message confirming that you have been removed from future text communications.

Opting out of text communications may affect our ability to communicate efficiently regarding your legal matter, but it will not affect your ability to receive legal services from the Firm through other communication methods.

8. HELP AND SUPPORT

For assistance regarding our text messaging services, reply HELP to any message or contact us at:

Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC
Phone: [INSERT FIRM PHONE NUMBER]
Email: [INSERT FIRM EMAIL ADDRESS]

9. NO LEGAL ADVICE THROUGH SMS

Text messages are intended for administrative and client communication purposes only. Receipt of a text message from the Firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. Legal advice may not be suitable for transmission via text message and should generally be discussed through more secure communication methods.

10. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Updated versions will become effective upon posting to our website or otherwise providing notice.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Clayton B. Gaddis, PLLC
210 W. Main St., Ste. 6
Gun Barrel City, Texas 75156
Phone: (903) 904-3347
Email: clayton@cbgaddis.law