Understanding the court system in New Jersey
Posted October 28th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
To the non-attorney, understanding the court system can be a confusing task. What determines which types of cases are heard in which courts? Here’s a simple primer that should quickly answer those questions. Let’s start with municipal court, the first on the chain for many types of cases. Municipal judges hear traffic offenses, among other […]
Read MoreNo matter how amicable the divorce is, you still need a lawyer
Posted October 27th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Family Law.
You and your spouse have decided to get a divorce. You find an agreement on the division of property and since you don’t have kids, it’s all cut and dry. So, you won’t need a lawyer to help you through this divorce, right? Well, no, not exactly. Before we get into the explanation of why, […]
Read MoreJuvenile Records Don’t Have to Be Permanent
Posted October 24th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
We hear it all too often in the news. Another teen gets into legal trouble for assault. Or a teen was arrested for robbery. Or a juvenile was accused of bringing a gun into school. It’s heartbreaking for the parents. We want our children to grow up and be productive citizens. But how will they […]
Read MoreSmoke alarms can save your life
Posted October 23rd, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
Mark your calendars. This Sunday at 2 am it’s time to set your clock back. Fire safety officials urge you to use the change in time as a reminder to swap out the batteries in your smoke detectors. The time change will give you another hour of sleep. The smoke alarm check may save your […]
Read MoreIf you are accused of domestic violence can you be fired?
Posted October 22nd, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Ray Rice has gone on attack. Last month, the former Baltimore Raven was suspended from the NFL after a video showing him hitting his then-fiancee was made public. Rice has filed an appeal against his termination as well as filing a grievance over the Ravens for terminating his contract. If the courts rule in his […]
Read MoreThe Odd Lot Doctrine as part of workers’ compensation
Posted October 21st, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Rest assured. If you are told you are a candidate under the Odd Lot Doctrine, it does not mean you are peculiar. However, it may mean that your workers’ compensation injuries are severe enough to merit permanent disability benefits. It is imperative that you retain the services of a qualified New Jersey attorney to go […]
Read MoreIt’s Teen Driving Safety Week. How safe is your teen driver?
Posted October 20th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
We all remember how it was to be a teenager getting behind the wheel for the first time. It was our first taste of independence, where you didn’t have to rely on Mom or Dad to drive you where you want to go. It was also your first real role of responsibility. As a parent, […]
Read MoreIs My Firing After a Workplace Accident a Case of Wrongful Termination?
Posted October 17th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You’re on your way to work one day when you get into a pretty severe car accident. You injure your back and need to go to the hospital. While recovering, you learn that your company has fired you, even though it knows you were in an accident. Can it do that? Is this a case […]
Read MoreCan an auto accident be avoided?
Posted October 16th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Not every car crash is the same, though many are avoidable. If you have been involved in an auto accident, you may find yourself second-guessing the incident. Of course, many crashes are the fault of the other driver and beyond your control. Certainly, personal injury and property damage are frustrating experiences. Let us review three […]
Read MoreIs Workers’ Compensation Different for Construction Workers?
Posted October 15th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Did you know that construction work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States? According to Time magazine, construction workers was the 10th most dangerous job in America in 2012. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, fatal accidents in construction occupations were at 818 for 2013. Although the numbers have decreased […]
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