TERMS OF SERVICE
Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: March 2026
Welcome to the website of Lightpoint Scientific, LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, products, services, and educational courses. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.
1. Definitions
• “Products” refers to the digital and physical goods offered by Lightpoint Scientific, including but not limited to Vision Point Clouds, Caliber Meshes, Stiffness Coefficients, and Motorcycle Datasheets.
• “Services” refers to all services provided by Lightpoint Scientific, including forensic data analysis, vehicle reconstruction consulting, and related professional services.
• “Courses” refers to all educational and training programs offered by Lightpoint Scientific, including collision reconstruction courses and related instructional materials.
• “User,” “you,” or “your” refers to any individual or entity accessing or using our website, products, services, or courses.
2. Use of Website
You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
• Use the website in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the website
• Use any automated system, including robots, spiders, or scrapers, to access the website for any purpose without our express written permission
• Introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the website or its contents
3. Account Registration
Certain features of our website, including the ability to purchase products or enroll in courses, may require you to create an account. When you create an account, you agree to:
• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain the security of your password and account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activity that occurs under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our discretion if we believe you have violated these Terms.
4. Products and Purchases
All purchases made through our website are subject to our acceptance. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason, including but not limited to product availability, errors in product or pricing information, or suspected fraudulent activity.
Pricing: All prices listed on our website are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated. We reserve the right to change prices at any time without prior notice. Pricing errors do not obligate us to fulfill orders at the incorrect price.
Payment: Payment is due at the time of purchase. We accept the payment methods indicated at checkout. By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method.
Product Requests: Certain products, such as custom point clouds and meshes, may be fulfilled on a request basis. Availability, pricing, and turnaround times for requested products are provided at our discretion and may vary.
5. Course Enrollment and Education
Enrollment in our educational courses is subject to availability and any prerequisites or eligibility requirements described in the course listing. By enrolling in a course, you agree to the following:
• Cancellation and Refunds: Refunds will be provided when cancellation occurs 30 or more days before the course start date. Cancellation under 30 days will result in either a transfer of enrollment or credit towards a future course, at the discretion of the company.
• Course Materials: All materials provided as part of a course, including slides, handouts, data sets, and recordings, are the intellectual property of Lightpoint Scientific and may not be reproduced, distributed, or shared without our express written consent.
• Conduct: You agree to conduct yourself professionally during all courses. We reserve the right to remove any participant whose behavior is disruptive or inappropriate.
• Certifications and Credits: Any certifications, continuing education credits, or credentials associated with our courses are subject to the requirements and approval of the relevant issuing authority. Lightpoint Scientific makes no guarantees regarding third-party credit acceptance.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on our website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, data compilations, software, point cloud data, mesh files, course materials, and audiovisual content, is the property of Lightpoint Scientific or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the material on our website without our prior written consent, except as follows:
• Your computer may temporarily store copies of such materials in RAM incidental to your accessing and viewing those materials
• You may store files that are automatically cached by your web browser for display enhancement purposes
• You may print or download one copy of a reasonable number of pages of the website for your own personal, non-commercial use and not for further reproduction, publication, or distribution
7. Professional Disclaimer
The products, data, and information provided by Lightpoint Scientific are intended for use by qualified professionals in the fields of accident reconstruction, forensic engineering, and related disciplines. Our products and services are tools to support professional analysis and are not a substitute for the independent judgment, expertise, and professional responsibility of the end user.
Lightpoint Scientific does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any data, product, or service for any particular case, analysis, or application. It is the sole responsibility of the end user to verify the appropriateness of any data or product for their specific use and to exercise professional judgment in its application.
8. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL LIGHTPOINT SCIENTIFIC, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:
• Your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the website, products, or services
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the website
• Any content obtained from the website
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE, PRODUCTS, OR SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE LIABILITY.
9. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Lightpoint Scientific, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the website, products, or services.
10. Warranty Disclaimer
THE WEBSITE, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LIGHTPOINT SCIENTIFIC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content, data, or materials made available through the website.
11. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Lightpoint Scientific. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by or in connection with the use of any such third-party content, goods, or services.
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Los Angeles County, California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
13. Dispute Resolution
Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the breach thereof shall first be submitted to good-faith mediation. If mediation is unsuccessful, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by a mutually agreed-upon arbitration provider in accordance with its rules, conducted in Ventura County, California. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDINGS WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
15. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If a revision is material, we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice prior to any new terms taking effect. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when these Terms were last revised. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or policies published by us on the website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Lightpoint Scientific regarding the use of the website, products, and services.
17. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Lightpoint Scientific
Westlake Village, CA
Email: info@lightpoint.com
Phone: 805.364.5207