When It Looks like a Cancer Misdiagnosis is a Malpractice Lawsuit
Posted May 11th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
The words cancer misdiagnosis may appear to be a misnomer. In your case, it might be that the prospectively deadly disease just wasn’t picked up at all. Are these grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit? In one word, maybe. First things first. As a patient or someone concerned about a loved one, you should always […]
Read MoreHow Can a Defective Nail Gun Cause You Injuries?
Posted May 4th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
There are obvious risks associated with working with nail guns. Whether they are manufactured by such giants as Hilti, Senco, or Hitachi, the threat of injury is real. What happens if you followed every safety warning and were still hurt? Is there a possibility that a defective nail gun caused your injuries? Could you have […]
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know about Soft Tissue Injuries
Posted May 2nd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
On its own accord, whiplash is the most well-known of soft tissue injuries. There’s no doubt that it is painful. And, more than a little bit of an inconvenience. The same is true of other soft tissue injuries. Nonetheless, you may be perplexed by an insurance adjuster’s reaction to your claim. For starters, you should […]
Read MoreWhat is the Real Meaning of an Independent Medical Examination?
Posted April 18th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
You were injured in some type of accident. It could have been a car crash, a slip and fall, or an incident that occurred at work. You already are being treated by a number of medical providers. To your surprise, you are directed to appear for an independent medical exam. What exactly does that mean? […]
Read MoreWhen It Looks Like a Pet Owner is Liable for Your Injuries
Posted April 13th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
You’ve heard the expression that “kids will be kids.” In a sense, it means that children are too young to understand the consequences of their actions. If something goes wrong, you may look to hold the parents responsible. So what about cats, dogs, and other animals? Just how liable is the pet owner when an […]
Read MoreLittle Known Ways Pain and Suffering Damages are Determined
Posted April 4th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
You slipped and fell and injured various parts of your body. As far as you’re concerned, the pain and suffering are immeasurable. Sure, the diagnostic studies can show broken bones or herniated discs. But, is there a definitive means of testing for pain and suffering? Just how are pain and suffering damages determined? All things […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: I Was Given the Wrong Medication. Can I Sue?
Posted March 27th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Question: I recently had surgery to fix a torn ligament in my knee. After surgery, I was given medication to help with the pain. But soon after taking the drug, I developed a rash and was feverish. I called the doctor who said it was just a side effect of the drug. However, later that day I […]
Read MoreComparative Negligence: Can it Stop Your Accident Claim?
Posted March 23rd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
You might already have an idea concerning the meaning of comparative negligence. First of all, there’s the assumption that your actions actually contributed (comparatively speaking) to the accident that caused your injuries. In some states, under the concept of contributory negligence, this might mean your claim for money damages would be ineligible. New Jersey does […]
Read MoreDo You Really Need an Attorney for Your Personal Injury Claim?
Posted March 21st, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Let’s say you were injured in a car accident. Or, hurt at work. Maybe you slipped and fell in the mall. You’ve been contacted by the negligent party’s insurance company. The adjuster is very nice and has arranged for payment of all your bills. There’s already talk of settling your case when you’re done with […]
Read MoreRailroad Crossing Accidents: What You Need to Know
Posted March 17th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
There have been a few horrific train accidents in the news in the past couple of weeks. In Biloxi, Mississippi, a train had collided with a tour bus, killing four and injuring 40 others. This week in Charlotte, North Carolina, a light rail train had hit a truck, killing the driver. What do these two accidents […]
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