Can 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 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…
Read MoreCrash in Wilmington Resulted from Driver Medical Emergency
Though vehicular accidents happen every day, crashes that result from medical emergencies are less common. However, when these dangerous crashes do occur, they are often extremely hazardous. In a medical emergency, the driver may lose control of their vehicle due pain, panic, loss of consciousness, or other symptoms. Individuals who are injured in such a…
Read MoreRepetitive Stress Injuries: Industries Most at Risk
If you have developed an RSI from a workplace task, you may be entitled to compensation and may wish to discuss your case with a knowledgeable workers’ compensation attorney from Silverman, McDonald & Friedman. We represent clients in and around Wilmington, Newark, and Seaford. Historically, an employer had no prohibition from asking employees to perform…
Read MoreWhy Motorcyclists are the Most Vulnerable Drivers on the Road
When we think about road safety, many people conjure up the biggest, heaviest SUVs as the safest option–and that is not far from the truth. Even though motorcycles are quick and easily maneuverable, they are also at the highest risk from other drivers and from roadway issues. Not only are there more accidents, but more…
Read MoreMost Prevalent Workers’ Compensation Claims in Delaware
No one wants to be injured on the job. The pain, paperwork, and general hassle are not anyone’s idea of a restful diversion. Some lawyers do not specialize in knowing the laws of one state, inside and out. They can only give you general advice, but they will not know which physical therapists in Wilmington…
Read MoreThe Most Hazardous Work Environments Are Not What You Expect
If you were injured in a workplace accident, or if you are suffering from an occupational illness, discuss your case with an experienced Delaware workers’ compensation attorney from Silverman, McDonald & Friedman. We represent clients who have sustained workplace injuries in and around Wilmington, Newark and Seaford. If you were asked to think of the…
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