Last Updated: July 25, 2025

Welcome to the website of Optimized GC, A Professional Corporation (“Optimized GC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Website Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of our website located at optimizedgc.com (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Notice.

1. Informational Purposes Only — No Legal Advice. The content on this Site is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and your use of the Site does not create an attorney-client relationship with Optimized GC. You should not act upon any information on this Site without first consulting legal counsel.

2. California Professional Responsibility Disclaimers

a. Optimized GC, A Professional Corporation, is licensed to practice law in the State of California.

b. The content provided on this Site is not intended to guarantee, warrant, or predict the outcome of any legal matter.

c. Use of this Site or communications sent via the Site do not create an attorney-client relationship.

d. Do not submit confidential or sensitive information through the Site.

e. This Site is considered a legal advertisement under the California Rules of Professional Conduct.

3. Use of the Site

a. You may access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You agree not to:

i. Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any part of the Site without our express written consent;

ii. Use bots, scrapers, or automated tools to extract or copy Site content;

iii. Use the Site in any manner that violates any applicable law or regulation;

iv. Attempt to disrupt or compromise the integrity or security of the Site.

b. We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property. All Site content, including text, graphics, articles, and logos, is the property of Optimized GC or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. The name Optimized GC and associated branding are trademarks of Optimized GC, A Professional Corporation. All rights are reserved.

5. Third-Party Links. The Site may include links to third-party websites. Optimized GC is not responsible for and does not endorse the content, policies, or practices of any third-party site. Accessing those links is at your own risk.

6. No Warranties. The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available.” We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose.

7. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Optimized GC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content.

8. Modifications. We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted to this page with the updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your agreement to the updated Terms.

9. Governing Law. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California. All disputes arising out of or related to these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in San Diego County, California.

10. Contact Us: Optimized GC, A Professional Corporation at: info@optimizedgc.com 

11. Restrictions on AI and Automated Use

a. You may not:

i. Use any content on this Site to train, fine-tune, or evaluate artificial intelligence or machine learning models;

ii. Scrape, crawl, or harvest data from the Site using automated tools or bots;

iii. Republish or repackage Site content via generative AI tools or platforms.

b. Such use is strictly prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing by Optimized GC. Unauthorized use may result in legal action.

Effective Date: July 25, 2025

This Privacy Notice describes how Optimized GC, A Professional Corporation (“Optimized GC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and discloses personal information through our website at optimizedgc.com (the “Site”). This Notice complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act and its amendments (CCPA/CPRA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.

1. Information We Collect. 

a. We may collect the following categories of personal information:

i. Identifiers: such as your name, email address, IP address, and browser type.

ii. Internet or network activity: such as device data, browsing activity, and referral sources.

iii. Voluntary submissions: such as contact information if you fill out a form, sign up for updates, or contact us directly.

b. We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information or information from individuals under age 16.

2. How We Use Personal Information

a. We may use personal information to:

i. Provide and improve our Site and content;

ii. Respond to inquiries or requests;

iii. Analyze Site usage and performance;

iv. Comply with applicable laws and obligations.

b. We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

a. Where the GDPR applies, we process your personal information based on:

i. Consent (e.g., if you subscribe to updates);

ii. Legitimate interest (e.g., to maintain and improve the Site);

iii. Legal obligation (e.g., retention of certain records).

4. Your Privacy Rights

a. If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

i. Know what categories of personal information we collect and why;

ii. Request deletion or correction of your personal information;

iii. Access a copy of your personal data;

iv. Limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information (if applicable);

v. Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights.

b. If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

i. Access, rectify, or erase your data;

ii. Restrict or object to processing;

iii. Withdraw consent at any time;

iv. File a complaint with a supervisory authority.

c. To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@optimizedgc.com.

5. Cookies and Tracking: We may use cookies and analytics tools to understand Site usage and improve functionality. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Retention: We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Notice or as required by law.

7. International Transfers: If you access the Site from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

8. Security: We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure.

9. Changes to This Notice: We may update this Privacy Notice periodically. The “Effective Date” at the top of the page reflects the most recent version.

10. Contact Us: If you have questions about this Privacy Notice or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact Optimized GC, A Professional Corporation at: info@optimizedgc.com

Be Aware of Phishing.

Scammers may claim to be Optimized GC representatives by email or over the phone. The incidents of email scams, cyber-attacks, cloning, and phishing is at an all-time high. No one is immune so please be vigilant and take steps to protect yourself and your information. Many scam email addresses can look quite real as the senders will often only change one or two letters, which you may not notice. If you aren’t expecting an email from a Optimized GC staff member, chances are we didn’t send the email. It’s always wise to look at the extension on the email address, look for typographical errors, or incorrect grammar usage – these can all be clues the email is phishing.

Note, Optimized GC does not send faxes to clients. Optimized GC sends email through gmail only, we do not use any other web-based email accounts. If you are suspicious or unsure of an email received by Optimized GC, please take the following steps:

1. Contact Optimized GC regarding the email immediately. 

2. Do not:

a. open or click on any links or attachments in the email.

b. respond to the email at all, provide any personal or confidential information, or send any money in response to the email.

c. send or wire any money to the caller or in response to an email.

d. provide any personal or financial information such as bank accounts, credit card numbers, or social security numbers in any phone or email communication.

3. If your company has an IT department, please ask for their assistance regarding the email’s veracity.

4. Permanently delete the message from your email account.

Neither Optimized GC or its lawyers or staff accepts any responsibility for the criminal conduct of a third party claiming to use Optimized GC and/or staff’s name. Please contact us at info@optimizedgc.com with any questions or concerns.