Can I Miss Jury Duty Because of Work?
Posted October 5th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
When, not if, you receive your jury duty summons, you’ll probably be thinking of how much of a burden it will be or how you can avoid going. You probably should reconsider those thoughts. According to the United States District Court, any person summoned for jury duty who fails to respond or appear may be […]
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know about Jury Trials
Posted September 27th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
If you’re like most people, you’re worried about your day in court. Of course, you may not be entirely sure how you feel about a jury trial. You might even envision a bunch of strangers huddled in a room like a scene out of 12 Angry Men. Hollywood may be only one source of your […]
Read MoreWhat is an Expert Witness and Why is One Important?
Posted September 21st, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
If you are involved in any type of litigation, an expert witness can help make or break your case. For example, one type of expert witness may focus on assigning blame in a products liability case. Another may offer an opinion concerning custody issues in a family law matter. Nevertheless, not every lawsuit requires the […]
Read MoreWhat Penalties are You Facing for Your Traffic Ticket?
Posted July 6th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
You might not think it’s such a big deal. After all, your friend went to court without a lawyer and got his traffic ticket dismissed. However, you should know that every situation is different. Moreover, you should understand the penalties you could be facing for your traffic citation. Traffic violations come with a number of […]
Read MoreHow to Appeal a NJ License Suspension
Posted June 9th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
You swore that you paid those parking tickets off. But the state says otherwise. Which is why when you get a letter in the mail from the MVC stating your license is being suspended, you’re confused and a little frightened. Is there a way to fight this? Fighting a License Suspension Before answering this question, […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: Will I Get a Ticket for Not Wearing My Seat Belt?
Posted April 3rd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
Question: I can’t stand wearing my seat belt! It makes me feel pinned to my seat. I try to drive without it on as much as possible. A friend of mine had warned me that if I keep driving like that, not only will I get seriously injured in a car crash but I could […]
Read MoreUnion City Municipal Ordinances: What You Need to Know
Posted March 30th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
You live or do business in Union City. You pride yourself on being a good citizen and do your best to follow the rules. There’s one problem. You really don’t know much about Union City’s municipal ordinances. Does this mean you could potentially find yourself in trouble? In your spare time, you might consider reviewing […]
Read MoreWhy You Need to Watch What You Share on Social Media
Posted March 28th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
If you’re a parent, you’ve most likely warned your children about the dangers of social media. After all, sharing too much could help the “bad guys” find you. However, the same goes for adults. Too often, you may think you are sharing your deepest thoughts with a select number of your inner circle. Unfortunately, it’s […]
Read MoreDo You Need to Fight a Jersey City Ordinance Violation?
Posted March 2nd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
The law can be confusing on so many levels. You can face all different federal and state charges. However, did you know that some legal problems actually involve local law? Let’s take a look at some Jersey City ordinance violations that might surprise you. What do we mean by ordinance? Essentially, ordinances are a set […]
Read MoreAn Insider’s View of What Happens When Your Case Doesn’t Settle
Posted February 10th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics.
So, your lawyer could not negotiate a settlement of your automobile accident or slip and fall claim with the insurance carrier for the person or entity who caused your injuries. So, what happens when your case doesn’t settle? First, you should be aware that a vast majority of personal injury claims do settle out of […]
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