Attorney Jeffrey S. Friedman joined Silverman, McDonald & Friedman in 2001. He graduated from Widener University School of Law, and is admitted to practice law in Delaware and Pennsylvania, and in several Federal Circuit courts. He areas of concentration include auto accident and workers’ compensation cases. Read more about Attorney Friedman here.
Posts by Jeffrey S. Friedman
Who is Eligible to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Delaware?
The loss of a close loved one may be one of the most painful things you ever experience—especially if their death could have been prevented. When someone’s negligence leads to another’s death, surviving family members are left with questions, medical bills, funeral costs, and confusion about what comes next. Many people are familiar with wrongful…
Read MoreHow Long Can Your Body Be in Shock After a Car Accident?
Once the immediate aftermath of an accident has passed, your body finally begins to absorb what really happened—but even once you start to feel the aches and pains of an accident, that doesn’t mean that the hard part is over. Accident victims often describe feeling dazed or completely detached from the accident for hours or…
Read MoreIf a Car Cuts Me Off and I Hit it, Am I Liable?
Rear-end accidents can happen for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, a driver following another vehicle has a lapse of attention and does not see it in time when the vehicle ahead hits the brakes. Or sometimes drivers can become aggressive and engage in dangerous displays of one-upmanship, like tailgating or brake-checking, that can lead to…
Read MoreCan You Sue Your Insurance for Denying Your Claim in Delaware?
If you have been in a motor vehicle accident in Delaware, a key consideration in seeking compensation is that most of the time your claim will settle out of court. This usually means that you will need to negotiate your claim with an insurance claims adjuster. If the at-fault party in your personal injury claim…
Read MoreHow Long Can an Injured Worker Stay on Workers’ Compensation in Delaware?
Delaware workers’ compensation benefits can take several forms. They can be temporary or permanent. In some cases, you can apply for Delaware workers’ compensation disfigurement benefits, or if a worker dies because of a work-related incident, then surviving family members may be eligible to receive death benefits. How long you can receive these benefits can…
Read MoreDelaware’s Motorcycle Insurance Requirements & Laws
In 2022, there were reports of approximately one motorcycle accident every day in the state of Delaware. Even though motorcycles make up a mere fraction of the vehicles on Delaware’s public roadways, they account for a disproportionately large number of injuries and fatalities across the state. With an average death rate of 9.37 per 10,000…
Read More5 Common Mistakes That Could Affect a Car Accident Claim in Delaware
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed in the moments immediately following a car accident. As if dealing with physical injuries and emotional distress weren’t taxing enough, the legal and logistical challenges associated with traffic collisions can put frightened victims over the edge. Unfortunately, even minor missteps in the aftermath of a collision can have major consequences…
Read MoreWho Can You Sue for a Trucking Accident in Delaware?
In 2022, the state of Delaware reported 2,180 traffic crashes involving trucks and commercial vehicles. Given the size and weight of commercial trucks, truck accidents often result in serious consequences ranging from catastrophic injuries and property damage to loss of life. Because these accidents tend to be more severe than passenger vehicle crashes, it’s particularly…
Read MoreWhat to Do If Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied in Delaware
It is currently estimated that nearly 5 million workers’ compensation claims are filed in the United States each year. Workplace injuries are stressful, costly, and can have long-lasting consequences for workers and their families. The only thing worse than getting injured on the job, however, is learning that your workers’ compensation claim has been denied.…
Read MoreIs Delaware a No-Fault State for Car Accidents?
The Delaware car accident attorneys at Silverman, McDonald & Friedman serve injury victims from our offices in Wilmington, Seaford, and Newark. Contact us for the strong advocacy you need after sustaining an injury in a car crash due to another party’s negligence. Auto insurance that requires drivers to carry insurance for their own protection and…
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