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How much is my claim worth?
The value of any type of personal injury case involves a variety of factors, including: the type of injury; the frequency of treatment; the length of time the effects of the injury last (any permanent effects?); the impact on the injured person’s activities of daily living; the prior medical history of the injured person; and whether medical expenses and lost wages may be claimed in the case. Taking into consideration all of these factors, the overall value of a case is based upon what juries have awarded in similar prior cases. More ›
ShareWhat if my accident was caused by someone with no insurance?
If there is uninsured motorist (“UM”) coverage available, you will have a claim. Under Delaware law, uninsured motorist coverage applies in four situations: More ›
ShareCan I recover damages if I wasn’t wearing a seat belt?
There's no question that seat belts are life-saving safety devices. In fact, seat belt use saved an estimated 14,668 lives in 2016 alone, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Research has shown, time and time again, that wearing a seat belt is one of the most effective ways to prevent serious accident-related injuries and deaths. More ›
ShareHow Long Will My Case Take?
“How long will my personal injury case take?” is one of the most common questions our firm receives from prospective clients. With so much hanging in the balance—such as recovery from serious injuries, mounting medical debt, property damage, lost wages, and more—we can certainly understand why the length of litigation would be of top concern for accident victims. More ›
ShareHow do I appeal a workers’ compensation decision?
In Delaware, employees who are injured on the job are often entitled to workers' compensation benefits for medical expenses and wages lost by being unable to work during their recovery. However, in some cases, the injured worker's claim may be denied, or the employer and employee may be unable to reach an agreement on what benefits are owed. More ›
ShareLimb Amputations are Serious and Increasingly Common
Some serious accidents require victims to suffer a limb amputation. Learn more about the common causes and life going forward after these serious injuries. More ›
ShareSpinal Cord Injuries Are Complex and Serious
For spinal cord injury victims, there are many physical, emotional, & financial consequences to address. Learn more about these severe and complicated injuries. More ›
ShareWhat might prevent me from being able to recover workers’ compensation benefits for a workplace injury?
People who were injured on the job often count on workers' compensation benefits to cover related medical bills and provide temporary total disability payments until they are well enough to return to work. Workers' compensation is a system, created by the Delaware legislature, which has become by law automatically part of your employment contract and provides benefits to workers who are injured while working. Employers with one or more employees are required to carry workers' compensation insurance. The workers' compensation statute prohibits an employer from firing or, in any other manner, discriminating against an employee for filing a claim for benefits. If you were recently injured in an on-the-job accident, here's what you need to know about workers' compensation claims in Delaware. More ›
ShareTop 3 Mistakes That Can Hurt Wrongful Death Claims
Avoid these common mistakes that can hurt a wrongful death claim. Learn more about how to protect your case and obtain the compensation you deserve. More ›
ShareDon’t Face It Alone: Delaware Workers' Compensation Lawyers Can Help Maximizes Benefits
Workers’ compensation benefits exist to protect employees after a workplace injury or illness. More ›
ShareDelaware Workers Compensation Temporary Total Disability Lawyers
When a Delaware workplace injury or illness leaves an employee unable to work for a specific period of time, temporary total disability benefits can fill the wage gap. More ›
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