Workers’ Compensation and Delaware Telecommuters
At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our workers’ compensation attorneys in Seaford, Wilmington and Newark protect the rights of injured employees throughout the state. Whether you work from home or not, we want to help you collect the compensation you need after you have sustained an injury in the course of your job duties. As the…
Read MoreFiling a Wrongful Death Claim in Delaware after a Fatal Car Crash
At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, we are experienced attorneys who understand the complexities of filing a wrongful death claim. We fight for the rights of the injured and the families of those killed in car crashes in Wilmington, Newark, and Seaford, and around the state. Delaware Online reported on May 17, that a five-year-old boy…
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 MoreWhat You Need to Know About the New Workers’ Compensation Fee Schedule
Changes to the workers’ compensation fee schedule were implemented in Delaware in 2016 in an attempt to cut costs by 33% with Delaware House Bill (HB) 373. The results of these changes are still being studied, but early reports suggest savings are not as great as expected, and may be resulting in lowered quality of…
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 MoreHeightened Risk for Addiction after Construction Injuries
Construction work is dangerous in its own right. Issues of addiction make it even more dangerous. At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our workers’ compensation lawyers in Seaford, Newark and Wilmington protect the rights of injured employees. The drug addiction epidemic that began in the 1980s has continued to grow, morphing from cocaine and crack to…
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,…
Read MoreDoes Workers’ Compensation Cover Injuries Sustained During Workplace Recreation?
At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, we help clients in and around Seaford, Wilmington and Newark who have suffered a workplace injury or need assistance filing a worker’s compensation claim. Please contact us to schedule a consultation. A recent case here in Delaware is addressing whether employer’s benefits should extend outside the workplace into work-sponsored leisure…
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