Misclassification of Delaware Workers as Independent Contractors
At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our skilled workers’ compensation attorneys represent individuals who have suffered workplace injuries and occupational illnesses in and around Seaford, Wilmington and Newark. Please contact us to learn more. The misclassification of employees as independent contractors is a huge issue in workplaces throughout the United States. The Economic Policy Institute (EPI)…
Read MoreInjuries and Fatalities from Wrong-Way Drivers in Delaware
Wrong-way crashes are rare, but often deadly. Our experienced car accident attorneys in Seaford, Wilmington, and Newark fight for compensation to cover the costs of medical care, lost income, and other relevant damages for our clients who have been injured in car accidents and other types of accidents. Our team at Silverman, McDonald & Friedman…
Read MoreHow Safe Do You Feel on the Job?
If you work in the construction industry or any other industry that is prone to workplace injury and you sustain a serious injury on the job, you may want to discuss your case with a skilled Delaware workers’ compensation attorney from Silverman, McDonald & Friedman. We protect the rights of our clients who have been…
Read MoreFailing to Train Workers in Safety Procedures Can Lead to Workplace Deaths
At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, we help clients in and around Seaford, Wilmington and Newark who have been hurt at work, contracted an occupational disease or need assistance filing a workers’ compensation claim. Please contact us to schedule a consultation. Providing employees with the equipment and training that they need to do their job safely…
Read MoreCalculating Economic and Non-Economic Damages After a Car Accident
Determining economic and non-economic damages a car accident is never a simple process. At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our Delaware car crash lawyers know how to protect the interests of injured accident victims in and around Wilmington, Newark, and Seaford. One summer evening you were driving to a rehearsal dinner for your cousin’s wedding and…
Read MoreDelaware Workers’ Compensation Claims for Scissor Lift Accidents
A scissor lift is a motorized scaffolding piece of equipment used in construction, manufacturing, utility repairs, tree cutting, and other industries. While scissor lifts may help workers perform tasks at high heights, falls can cause deaths and serious injuries. At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our workers’ compensation lawyers in Wilmington, Newark, and Seaford fight to…
Read MoreContributory and Comparative Negligence in Delaware Car Accident Cases
Determining liability in a car accident is not always a straightforward process. At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our Delaware car crash lawyers have the skills and a trusted reputation of protecting injured accident victims in and around Wilmington, Newark, and Seaford. There are many people who can be at fault for your car crash injuries.…
Read MoreCan You Claim Delaware Workers’ Compensation if You Are Hurt While Commuting?
Employees generally cannot get state workers’ compensation benefits if they are injured while coming or going to work. Essentially, the idea is that the employer can’t control how the employee gets to work or what she does while she is commuting. At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our Delaware workers’ compensation lawyers understand this law. However,…
Read MoreIn Delaware Car Accidents, Fault May Not Lie with the Driver Alone
Oftentimes, when a car accident occurs, fault is immediately assumed to be with the driver or drivers involved in the crash. In most cases, the at-fault party is one or both of the drivers—but not always. The legal team at Silverman, McDonald, & Friedman, has experience in determining liability and seeking compensation for victims of…
Read MoreHow to Proceed When Vehicle Accidents Cross State Lines
Car, truck, and other vehicle accidents occur everyday, all around the country. While there is nothing simple about an incident like this, when accidents cross state lines, getting compensation for your injuries and for damage to your property can be complex. Frequent questions asked usually involve insurance coverage, injury compensation, and state laws. At Silverman,…
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