How to Prepare Your Children for Your Divorce
Posted July 21st, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Family Law.
Divorce is hard on the family. Not only are you separating from someone you once loved very much, but your children are suffering. They may be confused and fear the future. They may even be wondering if they are responsible for the split. It’s important that your children are aware of what’s going on, know […]
Read MoreWhen a Hazardous Condition Resembles an Attractive Nuisance
Posted July 20th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
It’s a sad story we seem to hear every summertime. A young child wanders outside and is ultimately found at the bottom of a swimming pool. No doubt the pool was intended to allow fun and relief from the heat. Instead, it becomes a hazardous condition. And, thus, an attractive nuisance. For starters, let’s review […]
Read MoreWhy Were My Criminal Charges Dropped?
Posted July 19th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Jessica was caught red handed trespassing on someone’s property. She had tried to explain that she was unaware it was private property, but the police arrested her and put her in jail. She found a criminal defense lawyer and was preparing her defense when she learned the prosecutor had dropped the criminal charges. She was […]
Read MoreParental Immunity: What You Might Want to Know
Posted July 18th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
You may have heard of the term parental immunity and wondered what it actually means. Does this doctrine shield you if your child is accidentally injured due to your actions? In reality, the answer is that it depends on the individual circumstances. In New Jersey, the issue of parental immunity was first discussed in a […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: How Long Does it Take to Get My Personal Injury Settlement?
Posted July 17th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Question: I got into an accident a few years ago. My insurance refused to pay for my injuries. I sued the insurance company and successfully reached a settlement with the insurance company. That was more than eight months ago and I have yet to receive a check. What gives? Shouldn’t I have gotten the settlement check […]
Read MorePool Safety 101: When a Pool Accident Becomes a Personal Injury Claim
Posted July 14th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
It looks like we’re in store for a nice summer weekend! Although today is rainy and less than perfect, Jersey City is expected to have some sunny and high temps on Saturday and Sunday. You may be considering going to the community pool, soak up the rays and taking a dip. But before you do, […]
Read MoreCan I Still Claim Workers’ Compensation if the Accident was My Fault in Jersey City, NJ?
Posted July 13th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Lonnie works at a warehouse organizing packages before they get shipped out. While at work one day, he dropped one of the shipping boxes that was very heavy. The box fell on his foot, causing it to break. When he saw the doctor, surgery was mentioned. That means missing work. How can he pay the […]
Read MoreWhat Does Equitable Distribution Mean?
Posted July 12th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Family Law.
There’s a lot to take into account when you go through a divorce in New Jersey. Not only do you have to figure out what to do with your children and consider spousal support, but there’s also how to divide your assets and debts. Who is responsible for these financial matters? New Jersey is an Equitable […]
Read MoreWho is at Fault for a Slip and Fall at a Casino?
Posted July 11th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Slip and Falls.
Casinos can be a fun time for many people, a great way to escape the pressures of the day. You can win big and lose just as big. The bright flashing lights, the sounds of the slot machines, and the hurrahs from the tables can put your senses into overtime. But what if you have […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: Am I Committing Insurance Fraud?
Posted July 10th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Question: I got into a car accident a few months ago. I was injured and had to miss time at work. I was told by a friend that to recoup that money, I should state on the insurance claim that my injuries were more severe than the really were. Is this legal? If I do […]
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