Summertime Safety Tips, Part 6: The Dos and Don’ts of Grilling
Posted July 8th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
There’s nothing like good barbecue. And now that it’s summertime, most of us are taking advantage of the good weather by using the grill. But be careful, that grill is more dangerous than you think. Did you know that every year, 7,000 Americans are injured and 8,900 homes are destroyed because of incorrect use of […]
Read MoreWhy You Should Actually Pay Attention to Product Recalls
Posted July 7th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
There’s a reason for product recalls. Although they may be issued for a variety of reasons, product recalls have a common theme. They are designed to prevent accidents. In some cases, a product may be deemed dangerous because it has resulted in someone’s death. Take the recent product recall issued by IKEA. It concerns dressers […]
Read MoreSummertime Safety Tips, Part 5: Have a Safe Holiday Weekend!
Posted July 1st, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
We’re fortunate this year to have the Fourth of July land on Monday, which means a three-day weekend for many of us. With nice weather and hot temperatures expected this weekend, chances are you have some great plans in store for you and you family. Whether you’re planning go on a road trip, do some barbecuing with […]
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Accidents Are on the Rise This Time of the Year
Posted June 27th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
If you take notice of the news the last couple of weeks, you may have seen an increase of pedestrians getting injured or even dying as a result of being struck by cars. Just this weekend, a young man who was crossing at an intersection in Hoboken was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver. This […]
Read MoreSummertime Safety Tips, Part 4: Watch Out for That Roller Coaster!
Posted June 24th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
It’s officially summertime. With kids out of school and the days finally becoming longer and warmer, you’re probably plotting out a family vacation. Maybe you’re planning to take a cross country trip to see family members. Or maybe you’re planning on going somewhere closer to home, like visiting a local amusement park. But be careful, […]
Read MoreSummertime Safety Tips, Part 3: Being a Responsible Host
Posted June 17th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Nothing says summer like a backyard barbecue, right? Just you and your family and friends, enjoying the nice weather and chilling with some dogs and some beers. One of your friends had a little too much to drink. Being a responsible host, you take away the car keys and suggest he spends the night. But […]
Read MoreIs It Possible to Have a Product Liability Claim Without The Product in New Jersey?
Posted June 15th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
You purchase a new microwave. Upon your first use of the product, the microwave refuses to heat your food. As you try to figure out the problem, a short in the wire causes a fire, severely burning your hands. The microwave is destroyed and you throw away what’s left. Later, you’re told that you have […]
Read MoreThe Truth About The Most Common Burn Injuries
Posted June 14th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
There’s no doubt that burn injuries are among the most painful. Do they all come from contact with actual fire? Not at all. Read ahead to learn some statistics about burn injuries. Some may even surprise you. We took a look at some numbers presented by the American Burn Association (ABA). The numbers listed […]
Read MoreSummertime Safety Tips, Part 2: Be Sure to Practice Pool Safety
Posted June 10th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
There’s nothing like relaxing by the pool on a hot, summertime day. Enjoying the sunshine, reading a good book, and when you get sweaty, all you have to do is go for a dip. But watch out, there’s some dangers lurking at poolside. One of the top dangers in any swimming pool is too much exposure […]
Read MoreThe Bottom Line on HIPAA and Personal Injury Claims
Posted June 7th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Everyone has heard of HIPAA. And think they understand the law regarding it. You might be surprised to learn some misconceptions. And, how HIPAA applies to personal injury claims. We’re happy to provide you with the basics. First, you’ve heard the acronym. But, what does HIPAA stand for? It is the federal legislation called the […]
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