As an employee, your skills are valuable, and your time is valuable. If you’re working extra hours in a day or week, you could be entitled to overtime pay in California. Sadly, not every employer obeys overtime laws, and some violations go undetected. You can help make sure you’re being properly paid for your time […]
If you have suffered the stress and burdens of wrongful termination, you’re probably looking for easy answers to your questions about your legal options. A big question is, how much compensation can you get for wrongful termination in a complaint or lawsuit? This question does not have an easy answer because award amounts for wrongful […]
Discrimination in the workplace against employees who belong to certain classes is illegal in California. Unfortunately, some victims think that getting justice for workplace discrimination is too complicated. So they just drop the issue. If you’re feeling discriminated against at work, Starpoint Employment Law has provided this easy-to-follow guide to help you decide if you […]
The phrase “quid pro quo” is Latin for “what for what” or “something for something.” In common usage, quid pro quo refers to the giving of one thing of value in return for another thing of value. Quid pro quo is a basic element of contract formation. Is quid pro quo illegal? It can be, […]
Being fired from a job can be a harrowing experience, especially when an employee has done nothing wrong. In many cases, employees leave the job site unaware that they are entitled to certain benefits. In addition, because California presumes most employment relationships are at will, a recently terminated employee may be under the mistaken belief […]
If you recently lost your job, we’re sorry, and we imagine you have plenty of questions. Many recently terminated employees who want to file wrongful termination claims in California are probably asking, is California an at-will state? Generally, the answer is yes. But don’t give up on a wrongful termination suit just because many jobs […]
California Construction Accident Attorney Serving Clients in and Around Los Angeles Nobody goes to work at a construction site or walks by a construction area with the expectation of suffering a life-threatening injury but it happens and, when it does, you want a California construction accident attorney on your side. However, accidents happen much more […]
Employment classification can significantly impact a worker’s legal rights in California. Unfortunately, employers frequently misclassify employees as independent contractors as a way to avoid providing benefits required by law. In this article, we’ll take a close look at what makes a worker an independent contractor vs an employee in California and why it matters. If […]
Employment issues can arise suddenly and without warning. A dream job can quickly become a place of unhappiness, sometimes caused by an employer. You might consider quitting your job and giving up any rights you may be entitled to, but that might not be the end of your story. You may have legal options. Starpoint […]
Being involved in an auto accident can do more than derail your day. You may be injured and left to figure out who will pay your medical expenses. The aftermath of an auto accident and pursuing a claim against the at-fault party can be a stressful experience. You need to gather all pertinent documents, including […]