1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Mr. Marcus Henry Ornstein collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information in the course of providing medico-legal services.

2. Information Collected
We collect and process the following types of personal information:

• Name, address, contact details.
• Medical records and health information.
• Details of legal representatives.
• Correspondence relating to instructions, appointments, and reports.

3. How We Use Your Data
Your data is used solely for the purpose of:

• Preparing medico-legal reports.
• Scheduling and conducting medical examinations.
• Communicating with legal representatives.
• Attending conferences or court proceedings where required.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing
Processing is carried out under Article 6(1)(f) and Article 9(2)(f) of the UK GDPR:

• It is necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defence of legal claims.

5. Data Sharing
Your personal data may be shared with:

• Instructing solicitors or legal representatives.
• Administrative staff for the coordination of appointments and billing.
• The courts, when required as part of legal proceedings.

We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing.

6. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure data is securely stored and protected from unauthorised access or loss.

7. Data Retention
Data is retained for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for, usually a minimum of 6 years after the conclusion of legal proceedings or instruction.

8. Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data.
• Request rectification of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your data (where appropriate).
• Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances.

Requests should be directed to:
Email: markornstein@gmail.com
Address: 23 Crown Street, Harrow on the Hill, Middlesex, HA2 0HX

9. Complaints
If you believe your data has been handled improperly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).