What Really Happened in that McDonald’s Burn Injury Case?
Posted January 5th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
It happened more than a couple of decades ago, but it’s still fresh in the minds of many. Remember the lady who was severely burned after buying coffee from McDonald’s? She pursued a lawsuit against the fast food giant based on the extremely hot temperature of the coffee. Although the burn victim was awarded a […]
Read MoreSlip and Fall Accidents Are More Dangerous Than You Think
Posted January 4th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Slip and Falls.
One of the music legends that died in 2016 was Leonard Cohen. Known for his deep baritone voice, his most popular song was “Hallelujah” which was covered by the late Jeff Buckley. Reports stated that Cohen, who was 82, had died in his sleep after falling. Unfortunately, Cohen’s death shows just how dangerous a fall can […]
Read MoreWill Hidden Video Program Actually Curb Home Healthcare Worker Abuse?
Posted January 3rd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Concerned that a home healthcare worker is abusing a loved one when you are out of sight? Then, you might be interested in New Jersey’s new Safe Care Cam program. The state is offering a means for families to monitor in-home healthcare workers. The idea of setting up cameras to check on those providing care […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: Would a Restraining Order Effect My Job?
Posted January 2nd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Question: My ex-fiance and I have gotten into many vicious fights over the years. A few months before we were to be married, I had struck her during one of our blowouts. Her response was to file a temporary restraining order against me. Since then, we have parted ways and the restraining order was lifted […]
Read MoreHave a Safe Holiday, Part 5: Don’t Drink and Drive
Posted December 30th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
The holiday season is finally at the end. As we say goodbye to this awful year, many of us have plans to go out and celebrate 2017. And that means there’s going be an increase in drunk driving incidents. According to research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 89 percent of motorists find it […]
Read MoreWhat You Should Know about 2017 Workers’ Comp Accidents
Posted December 29th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s not that the law is changing for workers’ comp accidents in 2017. However, payment rates for both temporary and permanent disability are adjusted each year. You should know what to expect if you suffer a job-related accident in 2017. We’ve previously provided you with information concerning payments when you are ordered to stay out […]
Read MoreWhy Does It Take So Long to Settle My Personal Injury Claim?
Posted December 28th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
You were injured after slipping and falling in a store parking lot. When the insurance company denies your claim, you decide to take legal action. You hire a personal injury lawyer and wait for a settlement offer. And wait. And wait some more. Weeks go by and you still haven’t heard a word from your lawyer. […]
Read MoreDid a Phantom Vehicle Actually Cause Your Car Accident?
Posted December 27th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
The term phantom vehicle has a mysterious tone. It almost sounds as if some ghostly apparition was behind the wheel of a car or truck. Yet, the expression phantom vehicle is a legal term of art. And, there is the possibility that a phantom vehicle can cause a car crash. We realize we have you […]
Read MoreQuestions for Attorney Carbone: Can My Employer Fire Me For My Work Injury?
Posted December 26th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Question: I was recently injured while at work. The injury was severe enough that I had to have surgery and missed a few days of work. When I returned to work a couple of weeks later, I was informed that my job was no longer available to me and I had been let go. Is […]
Read MoreHave a Safe Holiday, Part 4: Keep Fires in the Fireplace
Posted December 23rd, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
This is it! The big weekend is upon us. Not only is Christmas on Sunday, but Hanukkah begins at sundown tomorrow and Kwanzaa begins Monday. It’s a holiday weekend extravaganza! Do you know what all these holidays have in common? They all have fire hazards associated with them. Did you know that on average one out […]
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