Personal Injury and Family Lawyer
January 25th, 2012
Car accidents can result in devastating, life-altering injuries and in some cases, even death. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported that car accidents are the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 3 and 33.
When the most common causes of car accidents are examined, it becomes clear that drivers are actually the greatest threat to the safety of others sharing the road with them:
- Driver distraction – According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), approximately 25-50% of car accidents are caused by driver distractions. Some of the most common driver distractions include cell phone usage, operation of handheld electronic devices, eating, rubbernecking, adjusting the radio, looking at scenery, and attending to other passengers in the car.
- Driver fatigue – Data from the National Traffic Safety Administration indicates that driver fatigue accounts for approximately 100,000 car accidents every year. Drivers who are fatigued often have a slower reaction time, and they may struggle to maintain control of the vehicle.
- Drunk driving – Drunk driving has been a leading cause of car accidents for many years. Despite increasingly strict DUI laws across the country, this is still a major problem that endangers many others sharing the road with a drunk driver.
- Speeding – Speeding creates a serious safety problem for several reasons. It reduces the amount of time a driver has to avoid a car accident, it increases the risk of a car accident, and it often increases the severity of injuries sustained in a car accident.
- Aggressive Driving – Aggressive driving is a common cause of car accidents. It includes behavior such as tailgating, disregarding traffic signals, unsafe lane changes, and failure to yield the right of way.
- Weather – Bad weather conditions can make driving very difficult. You may experience reduced visibility, and it may be much harder to control your vehicle. As a result, many car accidents are the result of hazardous weather conditions.
If you have been injured in a car accident caused by the negligence of another driver, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your damages. New Jersey car accident lawyer Anthony Carbone has been fighting for the rights of car accident victims for more than 20 years, and he has the skills to hold the negligent driver accountable for his actions.
Please contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Anthony Carbone serves clients in Jersey City and Newark, New Jersey.
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January 18th, 2012
Domestic violence occurs when an act of violence is committed against a person who you’ve had an “intimate relationship” with. This can include previous “intimate relationships” as well. In other words, you do not necessarily need to be currently married to or involved with the victim to be charged with domestic violence.
If you have been charged with domestic violence, it is important to seek legal representation immediately. The courts take domestic violence very seriously, and you may face harsh penalties if convicted, including:
- Jail time
- Fines
- Restraining orders
A restraining order issued in a domestic violence case can prevent you from seeing your children and in some cases, a domestic violence conviction can adversely impact child custody issues in a pending divorce.
New Jersey domestic violence lawyer Anthony Carbone has more than 20 years of experience handling these cases. He understands the serious impact these charges can have on your life, and he will fight aggressively to protect your rights. In many instances, Mr. Carbone has been able to help his clients reduce the severity of an order of protection filed against them.
Please contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Anthony Carbone serves clients in Jersey City and Newark, New Jersey.
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January 11th, 2012
A divorce can be one of the most difficult experiences you will ever go through. Often, emotions are tense, and it is easy for divorce proceedings to become acrimonious as you and your ex-spouse struggle to separate your lives. It is important to have an experienced divorce lawyer on your side to make sure your rights are protected every step of the way.
There are many issues which need to be settled during a divorce, including:
The state of New Jersey has enacted several laws which dictate how these factors must be settled during a divorce. If you do not have an experienced divorce lawyer on your side, you run the risk that your ex-spouse can take advantage of you and end up with a lopsided settlement agreement.
Anthony Carbone has been handling divorce cases for more than 20 years. He knows the laws involved, and he will fight aggressively to ensure your rights are protected throughout the process. While Mr. Carbone will always strive to resolve your divorce matter in the most amicable way possible, he is prepared to fight tenaciously for your rights in court if necessary.
Please contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Anthony Carbone serves clients in Jersey City and Newark, New Jersey.
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January 6th, 2012
Domestic violence charges can have a huge impact on your life. The courts take these charges very seriously, and in a very short time you may find that you are facing very harsh consequences. You will need the help of an experienced lawyer to ensure your rights are protected throughout the process.
You may face two separate cases for domestic violence. The criminal case can result in jail time, fines, and other serious penalties. You may also face a family court case which can result in restraining orders that prevent you from seeing your family. Both of these cases can negatively impact a pending divorce case including any associated child custody hearings.
Anthony Carbone has been defending individuals charged with domestic violence for more than 20 years. He has extensive experience handling both criminal defense and family law matters. This dual specialization will greatly help you achieve the best possible outcome to your case. Mr. Carbone will fight aggressively to reduce the consequences of these serious charges. In many cases, Mr. Carbone can get the court to lessen the terms of an order of protection so that you can continue to see your family.
Please contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Anthony Carbone serves clients in Jersey City and Newark, New Jersey.
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December 30th, 2011
If you think your loved one may be a victim of nursing home abuse, it is important to take action at once to ensure your loved one’s safety moving forward. If possible, try to move your loved one to a different facility where he or she may receive higher quality care.
Unfortunately, it may not always be possible to move your loved one to a different facility. In these cases, it is important to visit regularly to make sure your loved one’s health and safety are not in danger. When you visit, take notes about the warning signs you see. This will help you build your case against the negligent nursing home.
Always record the time and date of your visit along with any other relevant information regarding the potential abuse. This may include:
- Photos of bruises, cuts, or other injuries
- Dressings that have not been changed when necessary
- Dirty undergarments or clothes
- Evidence of physical trauma
- Poor hygiene
- Evidence of unusual behavior
You should also ask the nursing home for copies of your loved one’s medical records. By law, you are entitled to receive this information.
Once you have sufficient evidence, report your suspicions to your local ombudsman as well as the head of the nursing home. You may want to contact the police as well. Most importantly, consult an experienced nursing home abuse lawyer who can help ensure your loved one’s rights are protected.
New Jersey nursing home abuse lawyer Anthony Carbone has been fighting for the rights of nursing home abuse victims for more than 20 years. He can help you hold the negligent nursing home accountable for its actions so that your loved one can receive the proper care moving forward.
Please contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Anthony Carbone serves clients in Jersey City and Newark, New Jersey.
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December 27th, 2011
Nursing home abuse is on the rise throughout the country, and unfortunately this figure will most likely continue to rise over the next couple of decades as the baby boomer generation enters their twilight years. For a variety of reasons, many nursing home abuse cases go unreported. Some nursing home residents are unable to communicate this abuse to their loved ones. Others may feel too embarrassed to talk about it. In some instances, residents keep quiet out of fear of retaliation from the abusive staff member.
It is important to be aware of the warning signs that your loved one may be a victim of nursing home abuse. This way you can take the steps necessary to ensure your loved one is protected in the future.
Common signs of physical abuse include:
- Unexplained accidents or injuries
- Broken bones
- Cuts and lacerations
- Sprains
- Bruises
- Burns
- Fearfulness
- Excessive use of physical restraints
Signs of emotional abuse include:
- Strange behavior
- Confusion
- Social isolation/withdrawn behavior
- Anxiety
- Low self esteem
- Depression
- Mood swings
Signs of sexual abuse include:
- Torn or stained underwear
- Bruising around breasts, upper abdomen, or inner thighs
- Unexplained venereal disease
- Vaginal or anal bleeding
- Genital infections
Signs of nursing home neglect include:
- Bed sores
- Dehydration
- Poor hygiene
- Malnutrition
- Wandering off on a regular basis
- Falls
- Medication errors
- Sudden weight loss
If you suspect your loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, you have rights. New Jersey nursing home abuse lawyer Anthony Carbone can help you hold the negligent nursing home accountable for its actions so that your loved one can receive the proper care moving forward.
Please contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Anthony Carbone serves clients in Jersey City and Newark, New Jersey.
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December 16th, 2011
Choosing a personal injury attorney may just be the most important thing you do after your accident. There may be hundreds of attorneys clamoring for your business, all of them claiming to be able to help, but if you want to get the best results in your case, it’s important to choose carefully. Here are some questions to ask any attorney before making your choice:
Are you qualified to and will you actually handle my case? Many attorneys cast the widest net possible to get business in the door, but they don’t actually have the experience to handle many of the cases they advertise for. They may welcome you in the door, sign you up, then sell your case off to a larger firm for a referral fee. Others may be perfectly happy to bumble through your case as a learning experience. You want to make sure the attorney you talk to will take your case if and only if he is qualified to handle it.
How long have you been practicing locally? It’s not just years in practice that matter–it has to be local experience that gets your attorney known by all the major players involved in your case, including the insurance offices and court system.
Can I talk to previous clients? A good attorney will stand by his work and should have a number of clients that you can talk to about the work he’s done. Confidentiality agreements may limit what they can say, but they should be able to give you information about how they feel about the attorney.
Are you a litigator? As strange as it may sound, not every attorney goes to court. You need to make sure that your attorney is prepared to take your case as far as possible to get you the results you deserve. Without the threat of a trial, insurance companies have no incentive to offer you the maximum value for your case.
New Jersey personal injury attorney Anthony Carbone is prepared to stand by his answers to these questions. You can learn more about his qualifications and why he may be the right personal injury attorney for you with a free case evaluation. Please contact us today.
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December 13th, 2011
There are hundreds of auto accident attorneys out there, and all of them claim to be able to get you more money. To some extent this is true, because any attorney is better than no attorney, but if you want to have the best chances of getting the most compensation for your injuries, you need to work with the right attorney. Here are some tips for choosing an auto accident attorney:
Local experience is a plus. Some lawyers may have a lot of experience but may not know the local court system. An attorney who has been practicing locally knows and is known by the courts as well as the insurance personnel of the local offices. This may help you get better compensation from the get-go.
Local experience also means that you should be able to talk to clients that an attorney has helped locally. He should be able to give you contact information to talk to previous clients.
In addition to local experience, you want to make sure your attorney knows how to deal with insurance companies. Auto accidents are routine for insurance companies and they have worked out the science of paying you less. An attorney who knows their tricks is better equipped to help you get the compensation you deserve.
Finally, it’s important to work with an attorney who is prepared to go to trial in your case. It won’t always be necessary, but insurance companies know they can just keep offering lowball settlements if your attorney is not prepared to go to trial.
Attorney Anthony Carbone has been practicing law in Hudson County for over 20 years and is prepared to fight for you against the tricks of the insurance company, even if it means going to trial.
To learn more about what makes the Law Offices of Anthony Carbone special, please contact us today for a free consultation.
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December 8th, 2011
If you are considering a new car, one of your concerns may be the safety of that car for protecting you and your family in an auto accident. There are a few basic principles to keep in mind for selecting a safe car:
- Avoidance is best–when trying to choose among safety features, it’s important to prioritize safety features that will help you avoid accidents.
- Larger cars are safer–all things being equal, larger cars are generally safer than smaller cars because the greater mass means you experience less dramatic changes in speed. However, the tradeoff is you may be more likely to kill occupants of the other car.
- SUVs are not safer than regular cars–although their generally larger size makes them safer in car-to-car collisions, statistics from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System show the risk of SUV rollover means that these vehicles are no safer than passenger cars, and they may be less safe than a passenger car of the same weight.
- Hybrids are safer–than their non-hybrid analogues. The issue again is mass–the additional mass of a hybrid may reduce your risk of injury in an auto accident by as much as 25%, according to the Highway Loss Data Institute.
In addition, you can look at the year’s top safety picks of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) to get guidance on which cars are safer.
If you are looking to replace a car that was totaled in a previous accident, you may be trying to get compensation for your injuries. The personal injury lawyers at the Law Offices of Anthony Carbone, P.C. can help. We can help you understand your rights and what compensation you may be able to receive. Please contact us today for a free case evaluation.
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November 21st, 2011
It is the legal responsibility of property owners and property managers to provide a safe environment for others who may use their premises. When they fail to do so and you suffer an injury as a result, you may have cause to file a premises liability lawsuit.
Determining fault in these cases is never as black and white as it may seem. The law is complex, and proving negligence on the part of a property owner can be terribly difficult. With over 20 years of experience helping victims in Hudson County, New Jersey, personal injury attorney Anthony Carbone can help you prove negligence, and get the full compensation you deserve.
Premises liability covers both commercial and residential properties. You may sustain an injury at a mall, in a supermarket, or even at work. No matter where your accident takes place, you have a right to seek compensation.
Some examples of premises liability include:
- Unmaintained walkways
- Slip and fall accidents
- Improperly stacked merchandise
- Asbestos exposure
- Negligent security
With so many possibilities for unsafe premises, you will need an attorney to help determine if a property owner can be held responsible for your injuries.
If you have been injured due to a property owner’s negligence in or around Jersey City, New Jersey, please contact premises liability attorney Anthony Carbone to schedule a free initial consultation today.
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