Disclosures
Last updated: March 26, 2026
Gavel Daily believes in transparency. This page explains how our Site operates, how we generate revenue, and how content is created.
Gavel Daily is a publication of Vyze Media.
AI-Assisted Content
Some articles, news summaries, and informational guides on this Site are created with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools. Our process:
- Source identification: We gather public court filings, statutes, agency releases, linked reporting, and other named references when available.
- AI drafting: AI tools help organize and draft article content from those materials.
- Publication review: Articles may be edited before publication for clarity, tone, and formatting.
- Reader verification: Readers should confirm legal conclusions, deadlines, and filing details with primary sources and current counsel.
AI tools are used solely for content creation. They do not have access to user personal data and are not used in decisions about lead routing or directory rankings.
Advertising
This Site displays advertisements. All advertisement placements are clearly labeled with the word "Advertisement" to distinguish paid promotional content from editorial content.
Advertising and referral revenue help support the operation of this Site. The presence of advertisements does not influence our editorial coverage, article topics, or the information presented in our guides and news content.
We do not use targeted or behavioral advertising. Ad placements are contextual (based on the page topic) rather than based on individual user tracking.
Featured and Sponsored Listings
Our attorney directory includes both free and paid listings.
Free Listings
The majority of listings in our directory are free. Attorneys are listed based on publicly available information and may be updated through our claiming process.
Paid Listings (Featured / Sponsored)
Some attorneys pay for enhanced visibility in our directory. These paid listings are always clearly labeled with one of the following designations:
- "Sponsored" — The attorney has paid for placement in this position
- "Featured" — The attorney has purchased a featured listing tier
- "Paid Placement" — The listing position is a paid promotion
Paid listings appear at the top of relevant directory pages and may include enhanced profile features. Paid status does not affect:
- Editorial content or articles about any legal topic
- Ratings or review data sourced from third parties
- The content of informational guides
Paid listings are a form of advertising. Attorneys that purchase listings are solely responsible for the accuracy of the information they provide.
Lead Generation
Gavel Daily operates as a lead generation service. Here is how it works:
- You submit a form. When you fill out a consultation request on our Site, you provide your contact information and details about your legal matter or charges.
- You provide consent. Before your information is shared, you must affirmatively check a consent box. The consent language tells you exactly how many criminal defense attorneys may receive your information and how they may contact you. The checkbox is never pre-checked.
- We share your information. With your consent, we connect you with up to four (4) participating criminal defense attorneys or law firms. These firms are matched based on your location, charge type, and campaign availability.
- Attorneys may contact you. Matched attorneys may contact you by phone, email, or text message about your inquiry.
- We receive compensation. We may receive a fee from attorneys for connecting them with potential clients. This is how we fund the operation of this Site.
What This Means for You
- We are not a law firm. We connect consumers with attorneys. We do not provide legal advice ourselves.
- No obligation. Submitting a form does not obligate you to hire anyone or retain any attorney.
- You can opt out. You may revoke your consent at any time by emailing privacy@gaveldaily.com.
- Your data is protected. Your personal information is encrypted and handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Attorney-client privilege does not attach until you formally retain an attorney. If you are facing an immediate legal emergency, contact your lawyer, public defender, or local emergency services directly.
Editorial Independence
Our editorial content (articles, news, guides, and informational resources) is produced independently from our advertising and lead generation operations.
- Advertisers and featured listing clients do not review, approve, or influence article content before publication.
- We do not publish sponsored articles or "advertorials" without clear disclosure.
- Article topics are selected based on newsworthiness, reader interest, and public importance, not advertiser preference.
If you believe any content on this Site is inaccurate, misleading, or improperly disclosed, please contact us at privacy@gaveldaily.com.
Contact Us
Questions about our disclosure practices:
Gavel Daily
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