Safety Steps for Domestic Violence Victims in NJF
Posted March 18th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Victims of domestic violence in New Jersey shouldn’t blame themselves for what they’re enduring. Instead of thinking you’re at fault for your abuser’s actions, consider taking action to put the situation in your rearview mirror. Many domestic violence victims feel paralyzed when they think about leaving their abuser. They are fearful of what might happen […]
Read MoreHomeowner’s Insurance 101: How MedPay Coverage Protects You in NJ
Posted March 15th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
It’s Friday night, and your son asks if he can have a few friends over for the weekend. You agree as long as they keep the hijinks down to the bare minimum. That night, while you’re settling in for the night, you hear a crash in the living room. You run out to see one […]
Read MoreSlip and Fall Accidents: First in a Series
Posted March 14th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Slip and Falls.
The great Vince Lombardi offered many inspirational quotes, including one that may have nothing to do with slip and fall accidents. He suggested, “The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising again after you fall.” However, placed in context, the phrase sums up the reasons you could need an experienced slip and […]
Read MoreAvoiding a DUI on Saint Patrick’s Day in New Jersey
Posted March 13th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Saint Patrick’s Day is this weekend. Whether you’re of Irish heritage or not, you or someone you know may be participating in festivities in which alcohol will play a large role. Because alcohol has such a large influence on St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in New Jersey and across the country, there is a dramatic spike […]
Read MoreMedical Malpractice Experts: What You Need to Know
Posted March 12th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Medical errors are not always blatant. However, you think your case represents the exception. While you may be right, your attorney needs to prove your gut feelings are correct. In New Jersey, this means retaining medical malpractice experts who meet the credential for testifying on the recognized standard of care. No one wants to hear […]
Read MoreHelping Your Child Through the Divorce Process in New Jersey
Posted March 11th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Family Law.
If you and your spouse are going through a divorce, it’s important that you take the appropriate time to talk with your child(ren) about what’s actually going on and to help them deal with their emotions. However, their emotions can vary depending on their age. Your child may feel: stressed sad afraid frustrated even relieved […]
Read MoreHow Are Settlements Determined for a Slip and Fall?
Posted March 8th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Slip and Falls.
It’s been snowing and sleeting off and on for the past few days. Your apartment complex manager hasn’t kept up with keeping the stairwells clear. One blustery winter morning, as you walk to your car, you slip on an icy patch on the stairs. You fall down the stairs, breaking your hip. Since it was […]
Read MoreWhen a Restraining Order in NJ Has Nothing to Do with Domestic Violence
Posted March 7th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
You can’t shake the feeling that something terrible is about to happen to you. All things considered, your fears are entirely warranted. That said, you don’t meet the qualifications for a restraining order under NJ’s Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991. Does that mean you can’t ask the court for protection? While it’s true […]
Read MoreThe Dangers of a Drowsy Driver in NJ
Posted March 6th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
You know the feeling: it’s Monday morning, you haven’t had your coffee yet, and you’re stuck in slow-moving traffic on your way into Jersey City. Drowsiness is a feeling many Americans have become accustomed to. But at what cost? In the quarter-century from 1988 through 2012, the lives of 1,018,581 men, women, and children have […]
Read MoreVolunteer Firefighter Injured in Line of Duty in NJ? What About Lost Pay?
Posted March 5th, 2019 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
All things considered, Hudson County has very few volunteer firefighters. In the meantime, some communities in neighboring counties like Bergen and Essex depend on volunteers when it comes to putting out infernos and small fires alike. So, what happens when a volunteer firefighter is injured in the line of duty in New Jersey? What about […]
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