What is a Preliminary Hearing?
Posted December 5th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
You were arrested for a pretty serious crime. You’ve been arraigned and are currently out on bail. Now you need to go to a preliminary hearing. What does this mean? And do you need an attorney present? First, it’s essential that any time you have business with the court, no matter how minor the issue […]
Read MoreHave a Safe Holiday, Part 1: Watch Out For Those Decorations
Posted December 2nd, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
The holidays are upon us and although it’s a time of cheer, it’s also a time of danger. Not only will we see a rise in auto wrecks, but tragic accidents in the home. And let’s not forget the craziness that’s going on at stores across this nation for the next three weeks. Here at the […]
Read MoreDo Workers’ Comp Cases Ever End in Lump Sum Settlements?
Posted December 1st, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Some injured workers may be confused about how their benefits are paid. Most understand that temporary disability checks are calculated on a weekly basis in place of wages. However, what about awards for partial or total permanent disability? How are they paid? Do workers’ comp cases ever end in lump sum settlements? We’ve written before […]
Read MoreHow Can My New Marriage Affect My Divorce Agreement?
Posted November 30th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Family Law.
You know that you finally met the man of your dreams. You can’t wait to spend the rest of your life with him. And one day, he finally pops the question and you say yes. It’s an exciting time in your life…but, can this affect your divorce agreement? Not many think about their divorce when […]
Read MoreWhen Can You Actually Reopen a Workers’ Compensation Case?
Posted November 29th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You suffered a work-related accident and filed a formal workers’ compensation claim. The judge even awarded you some portion of permanent disability. Does this mean your case is closed forever? No. There may be good cause for you to reopen your workers’ compensation case. There are some differences between personal injury lawsuits and workers’ compensation […]
Read MoreIs There a Way to Get Out of a DWI Charge?
Posted November 28th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
After a particularly hard day at the office, you and a few co-workers decide to blow off some steam and head to the bar. Knowing you have a long commute home, you only have a couple of beers and leave it at that. As you drive home, you go a little too fast and a […]
Read MoreYou Better Watch Out: Holiday Shopping Season is Underway
Posted November 25th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
By the time you read this, chances are you’ve already finished all your Black Friday shopping. The Friday after Thanksgiving is the unofficial kickoff to the holiday season where many people camp out the night before (or head to the store after eating Thanksgiving dinner) to get the best deals. We all have seen and […]
Read MoreInjured on the Job While Intoxicated? What You Should Know.
Posted November 24th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s certainly not a good idea to be intoxicated on the job. But, what happens if you are injured? Are you still entitled to workers’ compensation benefits? If this situation applies to your work accident, you may want to read on for some important information. First, you should know that your employer may raise […]
Read MoreA Safe Thanksgiving is a Happy Thanksgiving
Posted November 23rd, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! It’s officially the start of the holiday season and as we do every year, the Law Offices of Anthony Carbone wants to make sure that everyone has a happy yet safe holiday weekend. For instance, did you know that this Thanksgiving, we will hit a 9-year high for traveling? According to AAA, […]
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Loved One Dies in a Work Accident?
Posted November 22nd, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s never an easy thing to lose a loved one. But, what happens when the death is due to a work accident? Are there benefits available? Who is eligible? The United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) collects important data regarding workers across the country. According to their records, almost 5,000 […]
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