Was Your Car Accident Settlement Too Low? Here Are Your Next Steps
Posted December 18th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Here’s the story – You were in a car accident where you sustained injuries, and your vehicle is totaled. You took the correct steps to make sure you had your information straight before contacting the insurance agency, such as getting the police report, finding out the proper worth of your car prior to the accident, […]
Read MoreQuestion for Attorney Carbone: Am I Committing Insurance Fraud?
Posted July 10th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Criminal Defense.
Question: I got into a car accident a few months ago. I was injured and had to miss time at work. I was told by a friend that to recoup that money, I should state on the insurance claim that my injuries were more severe than the really were. Is this legal? If I do […]
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know about Your Auto Insurance Policy
Posted May 23rd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Unfortunately, it’s a sad reality check. When it comes to an auto insurance policy, it’s a rare driver that actually understands what’s in it. Most figure that “full coverage” means they are completely protected in case of a car crash. Meanwhile, a bad accident can turn out to be a real wake-up call. For starters, […]
Read MoreWhat is the AICRA and How Does it Impact Your Car Accident Claim?
Posted January 27th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Auto insurance can be difficult to understand, especially here in New Jersey. What is a verbal threshold anyway? Why would I want to take the standard policy instead of a basic one? It can be very confusing especially if you are just looking at your policy after an auto accident. Let’s see if we can clear […]
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Workers’ Comp and Subrogation
Posted January 19th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You were injured at work. The workers’ compensation carrier paid your medical bills and reimbursed you for lost time. You don’t see the point in contacting an attorney because you’re satisfied with the benefits you’ve received. You get an unsolicited letter from a lawyer about your accident. It says he is pursuing subrogation on behalf […]
Read MoreNew Jersey is a No-Fault Insurance State. But, What Does That Mean?
Posted January 6th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
If you get into a car accident in New Jersey, you’re probably a little confused as to how the system works. After all, you would think that if someone was driving erratically and had hit your car, then they are at fault and their insurance should pay. After all, that’s how it’s done in other […]
Read MoreWhen Your Car is Totaled and You Still Owe Money on It
Posted November 9th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
On your way to work this morning, you get into a nasty accident. Although you weren’t injured, your car is totaled. That’s unfortunate, considering you still owe at least a few thousand left on the vehicle. Does this mean you have to continue paying for a car that no longer drives? Sadly, this is a […]
Read MoreDrive for Uber? Expect to Pay Your Own Medical Bills
Posted October 19th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
Did you know that New Jersey is a no-fault state? This means if you get into a car accident and are injured, your insurance company will pay your medical bills, even if you’re not to blame for the accident. No fault means that neither party is held responsible for someone’s injuries after an accident. However, […]
Read MoreInjured While Working for an Uninsured Employer? What Now?
Posted July 14th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s bad enough to get injured at work. Almost everyone knows that companies are required to maintain workers’ compensation insurance. But, what happens when you find out your employer is uninsured. What now? There are generally two different reasons that employers do not maintain workers’ compensation coverage. One may be that they neglect to purchase […]
Read MoreWhat You Should Do When the Insurance Adjuster Begins Harassing You
Posted May 16th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Auto Accidents.
You’ve recently gotten into a serious car accident. Your car is severely damaged and you’ve spent the last few weeks in the hospital recovering your injuries. You call your car insurance company to get the money needed to pay your bills and the damage to your vehicle. You speak with a friendly claims representative named Janice […]
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