Workers Compensation

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.…

Is your job slowly wrecking your feet one shift at a time? If you wake up dreading those first few steps in the morning because of stabbing heel pain, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with plantar fasciitis. And if your job keeps you running on hardwood floors (in bad shoes) all day, you may…

Back injuries are some of the most common (and painful) workplace injuries. Whether you slipped, lifted something too heavy, or pulled a muscle, hurting your back at work can leave you wondering what to do next. The good news? Workers’ compensation is designed to help you recover physically and financially. Here’s a step-by-step guide to…

When you think of workplace injuries, what comes to mind first? Chances are good it’s something like a slip-and-fall injury or an equipment-related injury. Those are both common issues, but the vast majority of workplace injuries come from one thing: overexertion. Not only is overexertion the leading cause of workplace injuries across the country, but…

On-the-job injuries happen. Sometimes, no matter what safeguards are in place, accidents are unavoidable. However, that can leave you in a difficult situation. When you’re dealing with a work-related injury or illness that prevents you from working, the financial stress can feel overwhelming. Without an income, you’ve got bills piling up, creditors sending threatening letters,…

You might picture broken bones or sprains from accidents when you think of workplace injuries. Maybe you think of back injuries or equipment-related injuries like being hit by a forklift or cut by machinery. Unfortunately, these are common occurrences and can be spotted pretty easily. However, not all workplace illnesses come with obvious warning signs.…

Vision loss or impairment is a scary prospect, as it can threaten your livelihood and quality of life. At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, we’ve seen the devastating repercussions of eye injuries caused by on-the-job accidents. Our vision loss workers’ compensation attorneys in Seaford, Wilmington, and Newark fight for clients throughout Delaware, helping to obtain the compensation…

At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, our experienced workers’ compensation lawyers in Wilmington, Newark, and Seaford protect your rights to fair compensation for your workplace injury from exposure to chemical hazards on the job. If you have been hurt, we can help. Whether you work on a construction site, at a dry cleaner, a hardware store, or a…

The workers’ compensation attorneys at Silverman, McDonald & Friedman have decades of experience handling various workers’ compensation cases in Delaware. Through our work, we have seen how severe the injuries employees suffer can be, which is why we are dedicated to helping those injured on the job obtain the benefits they deserve. Call the firm…

If you or a loved one was involved in a workplace accident, please contact the Delaware workers’ compensation lawyers at Silverman, McDonald & Friedman to schedule a meeting in Wilmington, Newark, or Seaford today. We are dedicated to helping our clients navigate the complicated workers’ compensation process and obtain the benefits they deserve. It is…