Privacy Policy
As professionals providing services to a diverse clientele, Mediary Chambers Limited or Wani & Company, Legal Practitioners, as applicable, ("us/we") is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of confidential and Personal Data (information that identifies or can be used to identify individuals). It is our enduring policy to adhere to the rules of professional conduct governing our industry, imposing a duty to preserve and protect confidential client information and their associated personnel.
This Privacy Policy is formulated based on the principles and guidelines outlined in the Data Protection Act No. 3 of 2021 of the Laws of Zambia, regulating the transmission, collection, storage, use, and processing of personal data in Zambia. It is implemented with our overarching obligation to comply with the law, preserving client confidentiality while representing them. This Privacy Policy aims to summarise our data protection practices generally, informing our clients, website visitors, and other third parties about applicable privacy policies.
Specifically addressing third parties who provide Personal Data to us or who visit or use our websites or social media sites (collectively referred to as "Internet Platforms"), this Privacy Policy describes how we collect, process, and use Personal Data in connection with legal services and Internet Services.
Collection and Use of Personal Data
We collect Personal Data while providing services to clients and as provided by visitors to or users of our Internet Platforms. Personal Data may also be collected when you interact with us on our Internet Platforms and from other third parties. We may use Personal Data for legitimate interests such as:
Contacting you and responding to your requests and inquiries.
Personalising your visit and use of our Internet Platforms to assist you.
Carrying out, monitoring, and analysing our business or website operations.
Providing you with services, administering the matters you instruct us on, and updating you of developments of interest.
Entering into or carrying out contracts and complying with applicable laws, regulations, guidance, or professional obligations, including anti-money laundering requirements.
Confidentiality, Security, and Retention of Personal Data
Aligned with our professional obligations, we exercise utmost discretion regarding the information entrusted to us by our clients. We endeavour to maintain reasonable and appropriate physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to uphold the confidentiality of Personal Data. While our safeguards aim to be effective, we cannot guarantee infallibility. We retain information, including Personal Data, for as long as necessary to comply with legal obligations or achieve the purposes for which the information was originally collected, as described in this Privacy Policy.
Transfer of Personal Data
It is our policy not to disclose Personal Data to unrelated parties except in limited circumstances, such as disclosures to our agents, data processors, or other third parties acting on our behalf and subject to appropriate confidentiality, privacy, and information security commitments. We may provide Personal Data to regulatory authorities, law enforcement officials, or as otherwise required or permitted by law, consistent with our professional obligations.
Data Subject Rights
As a data subject, you have rights regarding your personal data under applicable data protection laws. These rights may include:
The right to request access to your personal data and information about how it is processed.
The right to request the rectification or correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
The right to request the erasure of your personal data under certain circumstances, also known as the "right to be forgotten."
The right to object to the processing of your personal data, including for direct marketing purposes.
The right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
The right to data portability, which allows you to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.
Cookie Policy
Cookies are utilised on our Internet Platforms for various purposes. Although third-party service providers may be involved, we do not allow the use of Personal Data about users of our Internet Platforms. While none of these cookies are strictly necessary to access our Internet Platforms, you may adjust your browser settings to manage cookies preferences. However, certain parts of the Internet Platforms may function differently unless you configure your browser to refuse cookies.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites with separate and independent privacy policies. We have no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked sites.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal data without your consent, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section, and we will take steps to remove such data from our systems.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that may compromise the security of your personal data, we will take appropriate measures to mitigate the risk and notify you and relevant authorities in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you believe that your personal data has been compromised or misused, please contact us immediately using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact us at: info@mediarychambers.com
Policy Review and Updates
We regularly review and update this Privacy Policy to ensure its accuracy and compliance with applicable data protection laws. Your continued use of our services following any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those changes.
