Motorcycle Accident

In 2024, Delaware’s Annual Traffic Statistical Report found that 395 traffic accidents took place in the state involving motorcycles. Of those crashes, 255 resulted in personal injuries and 21 tragically proved fatal, highlighting just how dangerous motorcycle accidents can be. Road rash is one of the most common injuries associated with motorcycle accidents, but just…

Out of all the motorcycle crashes reported in the state of Delaware in 2024, a staggering 64% resulted in personal injuries and 5% tragically proved fatal. While motorcycles account for a small fraction of all the vehicles traversing Delaware’s roads, they account for a devastatingly large percentage of traffic injuries and fatalities, leaving many motorcyclists…

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…

If you ride a motorcycle in Delaware, you definitely need to give motorcycle insurance some thought. It’s not just about following the Delaware motorcycle insurance requirements and laws. It’s about making sure you’re covered just in case something goes wrong. So, before you get started, it’s important to understand what Delaware’s motorcycle insurance laws are…

If you were recently injured in a motorcycle accident and need immediate legal assistance, reach out to a motorcycle accident attorney at Silverman, McDonald & Friedman at your earliest opportunity. We have offices in Wilmington, Seaford, and Newark for your convenience. Recently, Governor Carney in Delaware signed a valuable package of laws in hopes of…

Motorcycle crashes are often deadly because riders are not protected by a hood, trunk, or sides like a car is. Survivors often suffer traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and other catastrophic injuries. If you were hurt while driving or riding a motorcycle, call Silverman, McDonald & Friedman at our offices in Wilmington,…

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…

At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, we help victims of motorcycle accidents obtain the compensation they need to pay for their medical expenses and day to day losses. We have seen very different kinds of accidents scenarios, but this was a new one. On October 14th, an 88-year-old, Delaware man was killed when the farm tractor…