Privacy & Terms

DISCLAIMER (Educational Use; Not Legal Advice)

Last updated: [August 19, 2025]

The Advocate’s Brain publishes educational content, commentary, and links to public documents. Nothing on this site creates an attorney–client, clinician–patient, or other professional relationship, and nothing should be relied upon as legal, medical, or clinical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

Views expressed are the author’s own. We are not responsible for the content of third-party websites linked here. Allegations referenced remain allegations unless proven in court.

If you or a child is in danger: call 911 (U.S.) or your local emergency number. For confidential support about child abuse, contact Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) or chat at childhelphotline.org.

For corrections or concerns, email theadvocatesbrain@gmail.com. See our Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Accessibility down below for more.

PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: [August 19, 2025]


Who we are: The Advocate’s Brain (“we,” “us,” “our”). Contact: theadvocatesbrain@gmail.com.

Information We Collect

  • You provide: name, email, messages, comments, and any files you upload or forms you submit (e.g., newsletter sign-up).

  • Collected automatically: device and browser info, IP address, general location, pages viewed, and interactions (via standard logs/cookies/analytics).

  • From service providers: email delivery, analytics, website hosting, and security tools (only what’s needed to run the site).

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

How We Use Information

  • Operate and improve the site; publish and moderate content.

  • Communicate with you (e.g., newsletters you opted into, replies to inquiries).

  • Analytics, security, and abuse prevention.

  • Legal compliance and to enforce our Terms of Use.

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar tech to keep the site functioning and to understand usage. You can control cookies in your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect site features.

Sharing

We share data with trusted processors/service providers (hosting, analytics, email) under contract. We do not sell your personal information.

Your Choices

  • Email: unsubscribe anytime via the link in each email.

  • Access/Deletion requests: email theadvocatesbrain@gmail.com with “Privacy Request” in the subject. We may need to verify your identity.

U.S. State Privacy Rights (e.g., CA/CO/CT/VA)

Depending on your state, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or limit the use of your personal information. To exercise rights, email theadvocatesbrain@gmail.com. We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

Data Retention

We retain information as long as needed for the purposes above, then delete or de-identify it per our routine schedules unless law requires longer retention.

Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Third-Party Links

Links to other sites have their own policies. We are not responsible for their practices.

Changes

We may update this Policy and will post a “Last updated” date. Material changes will be noted on this page.

Contact: theadvocatesbrain@gmail.com

TERMS OF USE

Last updated: [August 19, 2025]

Welcome to The Advocate’s Brain (“we,” “us,” “our”). By using this website, you agree to these Terms.

Acceptable Use

You will use the site lawfully and will not attempt to disrupt, scrape, or misuse the site or infringe on others’ rights. Do not post illegal content, threats, harassment, hate speech, or unverified accusations about private individuals.

Intellectual Property

Unless stated otherwise, all site content is owned by us and protected by law. You may link to and share excerpts with attribution and a link back. No commercial use without permission.

User Submissions (e.g., comments)

You are responsible for what you post. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to host, display, and distribute it in connection with the site. We may moderate or remove content at our discretion.

Not Legal/Clinical Advice

Content is educational only and does not create a professional relationship. See the Disclaimer.

Third-Party Links

We’re not responsible for third-party sites or resources.

Warranty & Liability

The site is provided “as is” and “as available.” We disclaim all warranties to the fullest extent permitted by law. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of the site.

Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims arising out of your use or violation of these Terms.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use means you accept the updated Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of North Carolina, U.S.A., without regard to conflict of laws.

Contact: theadvocatesbrain@gmail.com

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Last updated: [August 19, 2025]

The Advocate’s Brain is committed to digital accessibility and aims to conform to WCAG 2.1 AA standards.

Our Approach

  • Use semantic HTML, alt text, and sufficient color contrast.

  • Provide captions or transcripts for key audio/video where feasible.

  • Test core pages with keyboard navigation and common assistive tech.

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is a journey. If you encounter a barrier, please email theadvocatesbrain@gmail.com with the page URL and a description of the issue. We will make reasonable efforts to address it.

Compatible Browsers & Tech

We support current versions of major browsers on desktop and mobile. Some features may rely on JavaScript and cookies.