Chemical Restraints in Nursing Homes
Posted January 15th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
It is a hard enough task to confine a loved one to a nursing home. Decline often seems inevitable. However, it is important to be proactive when it comes to the prospect of using chemical restraints in nursing homes. This can be a form of nursing home abuse. Know the signs. Ask questions. Be an […]
Read MoreThe meaning of charitable immunity in a personal injury claim
Posted January 13th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Have you heard the term “charitable immunity” and wondered if it might apply to your personal injury claim? Charitable immunity is a legal term that may have relevance in cases involving nonprofit corporations, societies or associations organized exclusively for religious, charitable or educational purposes. Among other issues, this law considers whether the injured party was […]
Read MoreBad weather can play a big part in your Jersey City, NJ personal injury claim
Posted January 8th, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
As frigid temperatures seem an invariable part of the coming months, it is important to understand bad weather claims. Investigation is a key factor in certain personal injury claims. It is also obvious that it is crucial to retain the services of a competent personal injury attorney. The term “weather immunity” is the short name […]
Read MoreWho is At Fault After a Mass Transit Accident?
Posted January 2nd, 2015 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
We’ve all used mass transit at one time or another. Whether it’s to get to work in the morning or taking a quick trip to the city, public transportation – such as buses, taxis, or commuter trains – can get us where we want to go without worrying about driving. We are also putting our safety […]
Read MoreLearn New Jersey Laws About Dog Bites
Posted December 18th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Like most states, New Jersey has specific laws regarding dog bites. The New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Animal Welfare has assembled these laws and regulations in one place. They are the agency in charge of ensuring dogs are properly licensed and inoculated against rabies. All reports of dog bites are submitted to this […]
Read MoreWhy do I need an independent medical examination for a personal injury case?
Posted December 16th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
If you have suffered personal injury and are seeking to recover damages, the insurance company needs a way to quantify the extent of your injuries. They do this via a procedure called the independent medical examination, also known as the IME. Often, the IME is one of the most important components of a personal injury […]
Read MoreTen steps you need to take to prepare for a personal injury case
Posted December 12th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury.
Creating a legal case can seem daunting for anyone, especially if it’s a personal injury case. Not only do you have to heal from your wounds, but you may be worried about whether you even have a case. You may be unsure of how to proceed or what you’ll need to win your case. You […]
Read MoreWho is responsible for your slip and fall at an apartment complex?
Posted November 28th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Slip and Falls.
The law states that when you slip and fall on someone else’s property, the property owner or entity is the one responsible for the fall. Since that person or entity failed to keep the area safe for visitors, according to the premises liability law, they are the reason you had fallen. But what about an […]
Read MoreSlip and fall accident season is upon us. Are you prepared?
Posted November 26th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Personal Injury, Slip and Falls.
A huge nor’easter has hit much of northern New Jersey today, just in time for us to hit the roads for Thanksgiving. Although winter is still a month away, this storm is a reminder that slip and fall accident season is upon us. With winter weather comes a greater chance for slip and fall injuries. Bad […]
Read MoreWhat is arbitration?
Posted November 25th, 2014 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Legal Topics, Personal Injury.
If you are a party in a lawsuit involving personal injury, your first quest for justice will not be in the courtroom. In New Jersey, arbitration is attempted as a means to end a case. Arbitration is mandatory for personal injury cases, with the exception of professional malpractice and products liability actions. What does this […]
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