Should Child Support Change If You Lose Your Job?
Posted May 10th, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Family Law.
Child support is determined initially by a fairly detailed set of guidelines. These guidelines include many things, such as the amount of time the child spends with each parent, the age of the child, the number of children in the household, and the existence of other families that the child support payer must also support. […]
Read MoreCommon Types of Personal Injury Lawsuit
Posted May 3rd, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Personal injury can include basically any type of physical or mental injury to a person. However, not all types of personal injury are suitable for a lawsuit. According to the most recent survey of the US Court system, these are the most common types of personal injury lawsuit filed in state courts, in rank from […]
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a Car Accident Attorney?
Posted April 24th, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Imagine this: you’re involved in a minor car accident. You don’t think you’re hurt, and it looks like there’s only minimal damage to your car. The other driver admits it’s his fault, then a representative from his insurance company shows up, saying many vague, but sympathetic and reassuring things. He wants your signature to a […]
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have to Report an Injury to My Employer?
Posted April 17th, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation.
In New Jersey, workers’ compensation rules say you should report an injury to your employer as soon as possible. Notification does not have to be in writing. New Jersey law also dictates that your employer (or his insurer) gets to select the facility where you receive medical care for your injury, so you may have […]
Read MoreResolving Your Personal Injury Case
Posted April 10th, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Most of us, when we think of resolving a lawsuit, imagine a dramatic courtroom scene in which both lawyers make desperate pleas to a jury full of studious and reasoned individuals. However, the vast majority of personal injury cases are resolved through other means than a jury trial. Here are some of the ways it […]
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a Medical Malpractice Attorney?
Posted April 3rd, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
If you have been injured as a result of a doctor’s negligence or error, you need a medical malpractice attorney to ensure your rights are protected. Even if you are already being offered what seems like a reasonable settlement, you should talk to an attorney before agreeing to settle your case. Here’s why: You don’t […]
Read MoreDo I Have a Medical Malpractice Claim?
Posted March 19th, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
If you are considering a medical malpractice lawsuit, there are three main questions you must ask to see if you might have a medical malpractice claim. Did I suffer injury? You will likely only be able to file a medical malpractice claim if you suffered injury as a result of medical treatment you were given […]
Read MoreMedical Malpractice Surgical Errors
Posted March 15th, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Surgery is inherently risky. Prior to your procedure, your surgeon will inform you of the possible risks and complications associated with the operation; however, a surgical error caused by medical malpractice is an unacceptable risk. Surgical errors can aggravate your condition and create new injuries. You may require invasive treatment to address these injuries, or […]
Read MoreWhiplash Injuries after a Car Accident
Posted March 8th, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Whiplash is a common injury sustained in car accidents. It is caused by a sudden jolt which whips your head forward and backward, tearing the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the neck. While whiplash occurs most often in rear-end collisions, it is possible to develop the injury in just about any type of car accident. […]
Read MoreSpeeding and Car Accidents
Posted March 1st, 2012 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Speeding is one of the most common causes of car accidents across the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately one-third of all fatal vehicle accidents every year are caused by speeding. There are several reasons why speeding poses a danger to other drivers on the road: It increases your […]
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