Koch, Schatz & Kollegen – Rechtsanwaltskanzlei

Privacy Policy

1. Controller

The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other national data protection laws and other data protection provisions is:

Rechtsanwaltskanzlei Koch, Schatz & Kollegen
Rechtsanwalt Peter Koch & Rechtsanwalt Andreas Schatz
Tulpenhofstr. 1
63067 Offenbach am Main
Phone: 069 / 999 99 33-10
E-Mail: info@anwalt-offenbach.de

2. General Information on Data Processing

We generally collect and process personal data of our users only insofar as this is necessary to provide a functional website and our content and services. The collection and use of personal data of our users is regularly carried out only with the user's consent. An exception applies in cases where prior consent cannot be obtained for factual reasons and the processing of data is permitted by law.

3. Hosting

This website is hosted by Strato AG, Otto-Ostrowski-Straße 7, 10249 Berlin, Germany. Strato processes access data (IP address, date and time of access, page accessed, browser type and version, operating system). This data is required to deliver the website and is automatically deleted after a maximum of 30 days.

The servers are located in Germany. We have concluded a data processing agreement (DPA) with Strato AG. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in stable and secure website delivery).

4. SSL/TLS Encryption

For security reasons and to protect the transmission of confidential content, such as enquiries you send to us as the site operator, this website uses SSL or TLS encryption. You can recognise an encrypted connection by the browser's address bar changing from "http://" to "https://" and the lock symbol in your browser bar.

5. Server Log Files

Each time our website is accessed, the hosting system automatically collects data and information. The following data is collected:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system used
  • Referrer URL (previously visited page)
  • IP address of the accessing device
  • Date and time of access

The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest lies in ensuring the trouble-free operation of our website and improving our services. The data is not merged with other data sources.

6. Contact Form

When you contact us via the contact form, the following data is collected:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Selected practice area
  • Your message

The data is used exclusively to process your enquiry. Transmission is encrypted. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures) or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in responding to enquiries).

The technical delivery of the email is handled via our own mail server hosted by Strato AG, Otto-Ostrowski-Straße 7, 10249 Berlin, Germany. No data is transmitted to third-party providers. The data will be deleted after your enquiry has been processed, unless statutory retention obligations apply.

7. Online Appointment Booking

On the "Book Appointment" page, you can request a consultation appointment online. The following data is collected:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Preferred lawyer, appointment type and time slot
  • Case reference (for client appointments)
  • Brief description of the matter (optional)

The data is stored in a database on our server at Strato AG in Germany. Email delivery (confirmation of receipt, appointment confirmation, appointment reminder) is handled via our own mail server at Strato AG in Germany. No data is transmitted to third-party providers.

The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures). The data will be deleted after the appointment request and, if applicable, the mandate has been completed, unless statutory retention obligations apply.

8. Accident Report (Form and Chat Assistant)

On the "Report an Accident" page, you can submit accident data to prepare for a consultation. Two options are available: a complete accident form and a guided chat assistant that walks you through the key questions step by step. The chat assistant does not use artificial intelligence — it is a rule-based dialog with fixed questions. No data is transmitted to external AI services.

Depending on the chosen method, the following data may be collected:

  • Personal details (name, email, optionally phone)
  • Accident data (date, location, circumstances)
  • Vehicle data (license plate, vehicle type)
  • Details about the other party
  • Information about injuries
  • Name of the expert (if an expert report is available)
  • Insurance data (legal protection, comprehensive)

Data is only transmitted after the user has explicitly confirmed the privacy policy. A summary of all entered data is displayed before submission.

This data may contain special categories of personal data within the meaning of Art. 9 GDPR (health data relating to injuries). The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR in conjunction with Art. 9(2)(a) GDPR (consent and pre-contractual measures). You may revoke your consent at any time with effect for the future.

The technical delivery of the email with the accident data is handled via our own mail server at Strato AG in Germany. The data is not transmitted to third-party providers and is not permanently stored in a database.

9. Traffic Fine Report (Form and Chat Assistant)

On the "Traffic Fine" page, you can submit data about your fine proceedings. As with the accident report, a complete form and a guided chat assistant are available. The chat assistant does not use artificial intelligence — it is a rule-based dialog with fixed questions.

The following data may be collected:

  • Personal details (name, email, optionally phone)
  • Fine notice data (reference number, authority, fine amount, points, driving ban)
  • Alleged offense (type of violation, date, location, speed)
  • Delivery date (for deadline calculation)
  • Insurance data (legal protection)
  • Uploaded documents (photos or PDF of the fine notice/hearing form)

Uploaded photos and documents are transmitted exclusively by email to the law firm and are not permanently stored on the web server. After transmission, the data is not retained on the server.

Data is only transmitted after explicit confirmation of the privacy policy. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures). Technical delivery is handled via our own mail server at Strato AG in Germany.

10. Dismissal Protection Assistant (Chat)

On the "Review Dismissal" page, you can submit details about your employment situation. A guided chat assistant is available that walks you through the key questions step by step. The chat assistant does not use artificial intelligence — it is a rule-based dialog with fixed questions.

The following data is collected:

  • Personal details (first name, last name, email, optionally phone)
  • Employment details (date of delivery of dismissal, dismissal date, length of service, reason for dismissal, company size)
  • Insurance data (legal protection insurance yes/no)
  • Uploaded documents (dismissal letter, employment contract — optional, photo or PDF)

Uploaded documents are transmitted exclusively by email to the law firm and are not permanently stored on the web server. Data is only transmitted after explicit confirmation of the privacy policy. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures). Technical delivery is handled via our own mail server at Strato AG in Germany.

11. Google Maps

This website uses the Google Maps mapping service via an iFrame embed. The provider is Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland (parent company: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA).

The map is only loaded after you actively click "Load map" (2-click solution). Only when you click is a connection established to Google's servers and your IP address transmitted to Google. Google may also set cookies or evaluate existing cookies. Google may also process your data in the USA. Google is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.

The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent by clicking "Load map"). You can revoke your consent at any time by reloading the page. Google's privacy policy can be found at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

12. Fonts

We deliberately refrain from using external font services such as Google Fonts. The fonts used on this website ("Plus Jakarta Sans" and "DM Sans") are stored locally on our server and delivered directly to your browser without routing through third-party providers. No connection to Google servers or other third-party servers is established. No data is transferred.

13. anwalt.de Review Widget

This website embeds a review widget from the portal anwalt.de (provider: anwalt.de services AG, Kennedystraße 13, 90459 Nuremberg, Germany). The widget displays client reviews of our law firm. When the page loads, a connection to anwalt.de servers is automatically established. Your IP address and technical browser information are transmitted in this process. According to the provider, this access data is not stored by anwalt.de.

The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in displaying verified client reviews). The privacy policy of anwalt.de can be found at: https://www.anwalt.de/datenschutz

14. Your Rights as a Data Subject

As a data subject, you have the following rights vis-à-vis the controller:

  • Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)
  • Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
  • Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
  • Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
  • Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
  • Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
  • Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR)

To exercise your rights, please contact: info@anwalt-offenbach.de

15. Right to Lodge a Complaint

Without prejudice to any other administrative or judicial remedy, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you consider that the processing of personal data relating to you infringes the GDPR. The supervisory authority responsible for us is:

Der Hessische Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit
Postfach 3163
65021 Wiesbaden
Phone: 0611 / 1408-0
E-Mail: poststelle@datenschutz.hessen.de
https://datenschutz.hessen.de

16. Currency and Amendment of this Privacy Policy

This privacy policy is currently valid as of April 2026. Due to the further development of our website or changes in legal or regulatory requirements, it may become necessary to amend this privacy policy.