When a Hazardous Condition Resembles an Attractive Nuisance
Posted July 20th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
It’s a sad story we seem to hear every summertime. A young child wanders outside and is ultimately found at the bottom of a swimming pool. No doubt the pool was intended to allow fun and relief from the heat. Instead, it becomes a hazardous condition. And, thus, an attractive nuisance. For starters, let’s review […]
Read MorePool Safety 101: When a Pool Accident Becomes a Personal Injury Claim
Posted July 14th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
It looks like we’re in store for a nice summer weekend! Although today is rainy and less than perfect, Jersey City is expected to have some sunny and high temps on Saturday and Sunday. You may be considering going to the community pool, soak up the rays and taking a dip. But before you do, […]
Read MoreWhen It Looks Like a Shopping Cart Caused Serious Injuries
Posted June 20th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
The numbers might astound you. The United States added safety standards to shopping carts back in 2004. Nevertheless, the Journal of Clinical Pediatrics reports that a significant number of children continue to suffer serious shopping cart related injuries. In fact, from 1990 to 2011, an average of 24, 113 children under age fifteen were seen […]
Read MoreQuestion for Jersey City Attorney Carbone: Can I Sue My Landlord for My Accident?
Posted May 29th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
Question: I live in an old apartment complex. I’ve complained three times to my landlord about my ceiling, which leaks when it rains. After a rainstorm, I was working at my computer when the very wet ceiling tile came crashing down. It hit me in the head and poured water all over my computer. I […]
Read MoreWhat Happened When a Jogger was Hurt on Uneven Sidewalk?
Posted May 9th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
Just about everyone has come across an uneven sidewalk. Unfortunately, it’s often a consequence of older trees extending their roots. Even worse is when the raised sidewalk causes a tripping hazard. But, just who is responsible? The subject is actually a matter of confusion for some. For one, some would suggest that it is the […]
Read MoreNJ Question for Attorney Carbone: An Employee Caused My Injury. Can I Sue the Store?
Posted April 10th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
Question: While I was grocery shopping the other day, an employee with his arms full of products had tried to pass by me. In his rush to get around me, he accidentally pushed me. The push was hard enough that I fell down pretty hard. The fall had aggravated my back problems and now I’m […]
Read MoreAn Interesting Perspective: Mode of Operation and Your Accident Case
Posted February 16th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
You may have never heard of the mode of operation rule. Or, have any clue how it might apply to your accident case. This could apply to your claim if it involved a hazardous condition inherent to a particular type of business. Mode of operation generally concerns premises liability cases. Here’s an example. You are […]
Read MoreYou Better Watch Out: Holiday Shopping Season is Underway
Posted November 25th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
By the time you read this, chances are you’ve already finished all your Black Friday shopping. The Friday after Thanksgiving is the unofficial kickoff to the holiday season where many people camp out the night before (or head to the store after eating Thanksgiving dinner) to get the best deals. We all have seen and […]
Read MoreWhat Happens if You’re Injured at a Vacation Rental
Posted November 11th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
You may have seen commercials for the company on television. Airbnb has become the newest thing for vacation rental properties. But let’s say you get injured while renting a home. Is the property owner responsible for your medical bills? First, let’s explain what Airbnb is. The company was founded in 2008 and allows people from […]
Read MoreWho Can I Sue For Asbestos Exposure?
Posted November 2nd, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Premises Liability.
We all heard the stories. Many workers across the United States have developed cancer and other terrible diseases because of their exposure to asbestos. What once was great material for insulation and other products (even crayons!) is now considered deadly. There are dozens of personal injury lawsuits going on for asbestos exposure. But what about […]
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