Gov. Christie vetoes another gun control bill
Posted August 12th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
On Monday, New Jersey Governor and presidential candidate Chris Christie rejected a gun control bill that would have required those who were trying to erase their mental health records to notify state and local police before being able to purchase a firearm. The bill, which was supported by both parties in the state Legislature, had […]
Read MoreNew Jersey’s car seat law gets an update
Posted August 4th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
A few months ago, we provided you with some information regarding child safety restraints. As New Jersey’s updated car seat law is about to go into effect, it is crucial to know the details. Child restraints are designed to protect young passengers. Failure to use them can result in serious injuries. Tickets may also be […]
Read MoreThe Truth About Tort Reform
Posted July 14th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
If you have noticed a decline in your car insurance premiums, you are among a select few in New Jersey. When legislators enacted tort reform, there was a promise that automobile insurance rates would substantially drop to lower costs. As a New Jersey consumer, we think it is important that you understand the truth about […]
Read MoreNew law will improve the job of security guards
Posted June 22nd, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense, Legal Topics.
Last July, a Jersey City police officer was shot by a man who had assaulted a drugstore security officer and stole his gun. Almost a year later, the New Jersey Senate’s Law and Public Safety Committee had approved a bill that would expand regulations on security guards in New Jersey. “Melvin Santiago’s Law,” named for […]
Read MoreLearn more about liens on personal injury settlements
Posted June 16th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics, Personal Injury.
It might seem like ages since the accident occurred. Liability has been established against the party who caused the incident. The insurance company might have tendered a settlement offer. Alternatively, an arbitrator may have set the value of the case. An award may be entered as a result of a court trial. There is an […]
Read More“Swatting” is no game in New Jersey
Posted June 8th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
It’s becoming an epidemic in New Jersey. It seems like every week we hear in the news of another “swatting” incident. With the FBI now assisting local authorities in investigations, hopefully this prank will finally disappear. What is swatting, anyway? It’s a prank where an anonymous caller will call emergency services and give a false […]
Read MoreWhat happens in municipal court?
Posted June 4th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
There are a few reasons why you may be ordered to appear in municipal court. Perhaps you are accused of a traffic violation or a shoplifting offense. Your neighbor may have brought you to court with noise complaints. Whatever the charges, it is important to know what happens in municipal court. Ordered to Appear in […]
Read MoreWhat is the criminal law procedure in New Jersey?
Posted April 24th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense, Legal Topics.
You might have made a stupid mistake and now you’re going to have to pay for it. You’re nervous and not sure what happens next. It can be an overwhelming experience, one that you probably don’t want to deal with. Sure, dealing with the criminal legal process can be frightening. But knowing what will happen […]
Read MoreBefore filing your lawsuit, know your time limits
Posted April 9th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics, Personal Injury.
If you are an adult and have been injured in any type of accident, you may be wondering if there are time limits for filing your lawsuit against the culpable party. The answer is a resounding yes. In legal terms, these time limits are referred to as the statute of limitations. For purposes of this […]
Read MoreThe consequences for failing to appear in court
Posted March 31st, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
Perhaps you merely forgot the date of your court appearance. Maybe you were afraid to face the proverbial music. Think again. There may be consequences for failing to appear in court. You could make a somewhat simple matter evolve into a bad situation. If you are issued a summons in municipal court for either parking […]
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