With the rise of self-driving cars comes the rise of self-driving car accidents. In fact, there have been over 400 self-driving car accidents reported to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in 2022 alone. And the problem is just going to get bigger. The consequences of being hit by an autonomous vehicle can be […]
The injury lawyers at Starpoint Law are the fastest claim settlement lawyers when it comes to helping our clients recover compensation for their serious injuries. If you have been seriously injured in a car or truck accident or you were hit by a vehicle when you were a pedestrian, we can help. We will make […]
One of the most trusted bonds in our society is between a client and their lawyer. The attorney-client privilege ranks in importance with the doctor-patient relationship and the confidentiality between a therapist and a client. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting restrictions, we all have had to develop different ways to meet and talk […]
If you’re looking for the most popular personal injury lawyer in Los Angeles, the lawyers at Starpoint Law are well known for helping their clients recover compensation for their serious injuries. Being seriously injured in a car or truck accident can turn your life upside down and affect your job, your ability to pay your […]
Concerned clients periodically contact our employment lawyers because they are worried about the consequences of being paid under the table. “Paying under the table” is shorthand for paying an employee without deduction or withholding anything or reporting the payments. While some employers pay employees in cash, paying employees under the table in California is illegal. […]
When searching for a free injury lawyer in Los Angeles, you may see offers for free consultations. However, what if your injury is financially straining? Is it worth talking to an attorney? Let’s take a look at why free consultations matter and how personal injury attorneys get paid for their work. How a Personal Injury […]
When pursuing a personal injury claim, you have two main categories of damages—economic and non-economic. In certain situations, you might be eligible to collect punitive damages as well, but they’re rare. Economic damages are your verifiable losses, such as medical expenses and loss of earnings. Non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering or loss of […]
While rehabilitation facilities are not held to the same standard regulations as hospitals, they still maintain a duty to keep patients safe from harm. However, the lack of strict regulations means some facilities might be guilty of providing substandard care and other acts of negligence. Pursuing a claim against a facility can be complicated. If […]
Employers and employees alike are often vexed by the complexity of California’s pre-employment drug testing laws. Companies try to balance their legitimate need for safety and security with their employees’ privacy rights. To help you better understand the risks of employer drug testing laws, our team at Starpoint Law, LC will explain the legal landscape […]
What Is the Lemon Law? California’s Lemon Law is part of the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.The Act protects consumers against fraud in the purchase of certain goods, such as manufactured homes and vehicles.It lays out requirements for implied and explicit consumer warranties.A “lemon” is a vehicle that has severe defects or consistently malfunctions.According to this […]