A Way Past Your Stray Past: Understanding the Expungement Landscape in Jersey City, NJ
Posted October 27th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
“Your Honor, that record was expunged!” We have all heard this line many times from frantic defense attorneys on Law and Order or any number of courtroom dramas. And unlike many other legal terms, expungement actually means what it sounds like: erasure. So, if one is so fortunate as to have a record expunged, as […]
Read MoreWhen Support Payments are Part of a Final Restraining Order
Posted October 26th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
You’re either the victim or the defendant in a domestic violence case. You’ve gone through the hearing process after the initial temporary restraining order was put in place. The court has signed off on a final restraining order (“FRO”). The order addresses restrictions on contact, parenting time, and allowances for support payments. It all seems […]
Read MoreInterim Financial Relief and TROs: What You Need to Know
Posted October 25th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
More than likely, you already know that the acronym TRO stands for a temporary restraining order. Upon application by a domestic violence victim, a family court or municipal court judge may issue a TRO. The premise is preliminary and among other things, seeks to limit contact between the parties. Meanwhile, there is the issue of […]
Read MoreRoad Safety This Halloween
Posted October 24th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Halloween is quickly approaching. And with next Tuesday being the big day, all of the ghouls and goblins will be taking the streets to go trick-or-treating. Being safe should be a concern of everyone who intends on celebrating. There are some tips drivers should keep in mind while on the road next week. They are […]
Read MoreThe Degrees of Crime In New Jersey
Posted October 23rd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
Most people who have watched a television crime saga have heard the term crimes of the first degree or something along those lines. However, do you know what that means? Is there more than one degree of crime? Are these crimes hot or cold? Alright, maybe not that, but you see what we’re getting at. […]
Read MoreHow Does Workers’ Compensation Work in New Jersey?
Posted October 20th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
According to New Jersey’s Department of Labor and Workforce Development, workers’ compensation is a no-fault” insurance program that provides benefits to employees who suffer a job-related injury or illness. An injured worker will receive benefits regardless of who was responsible. In exchange for these benefits, the worker cannot bring a civil action against the employer for […]
Read MoreSick and Tired of Domestic Violence Hurting Your Children?
Posted October 19th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
You remember the day it came to a head. Your husband screamed some obscenities at you and punched a hole in the wall. Meanwhile, your daughters were huddled together, waiting for the blows to land on you. The tears were streaming down your face as you tried to focus on preparing the evening meal. Somehow, […]
Read MoreThe Weird Laws of New Jersey
Posted October 18th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
Each state has laws that are commonly known by the majority of the population. However, there are some laws that aren’t commonly known. They can even be a little whacky. Take, for example, some of New Jersey’s lesser known laws. State Laws After some extensive research into our own state’s statutes, the Law Offices of […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence and Elder Abuse: Are They Related?
Posted October 17th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Hopefully, the story doesn’t hit home. Your mom is well into her eighties. Meanwhile, your unmarried sister has agreed to move in with your mother and take care of her. Out of nowhere, your mom has unexplained bruises. She also acts fearful around your sister and mutters about her. Is it possible that your mother […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: I Got Into an Accident With a Rental Car. Now What?
Posted October 16th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Question: My car is currently in the shop and I had to rent a car to get back and forth from work. While driving to my job, another car ran a red light and slammed into my car. I’m not injured, but the car is totaled. I opted not to get the rental car’s insurance […]
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