If you’ve suffered a slip and fall accident in Delaware, you might wonder whether your case could result in punitive damages. While most personal injury claims focus on compensatory damages for medical costs and pain, Delaware law sometimes allows punitive damages for...
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How does fault affect my car accident claim?
In Delaware, fault plays a crucial role in determining how car accident claims proceed. The state follows a comparative negligence rule, which influences both your ability to recover damages and the amount of compensation you can receive. Delaware's comparative...
Can independent contractors claim workers’ compensation benefits?
Delaware's workers' compensation system helps employees who get injured at work. However, independent contractors usually cannot get these benefits. The main difference between employees and independent contractors is how they work and who is responsible for what....
What Delaware law says about yielding to bikes
You can ride in a straight line, follow every traffic sign and still have a car swing in too close without warning. For older adults biking through their neighborhoods or on the back roads, that moment of tension is all too familiar. You see the turn signal, but the...
3 Hidden signs of nursing home neglect you shouldn’t ignore
When families place loved ones in nursing homes, they trust the staff to provide safe, respectful and attentive care. Unfortunately, neglect can happen, even in licensed Delaware facilities. Recognizing neglect early can protect your loved one from serious harm. Here...