Delaware Accident Guide
In 2015 alone, there were over 24,000 traffic crashes in Delaware. These crashes resulted in 133 fatalities and 8,058 injuries. Because traffic crashes can result in substantial economic and non-economic damages, it is important that you know your rights regarding a car accident claim.
Delaware’s statute of limitations for filing a car accident lawsuit is two years from the date of the accident. Even though you have two years, it is not wise to wait to file your lawsuit for several reasons. Read More
Delaware requires each driver to purchase minimum insurance coverage to protect other people in the event of an accident. The minimum coverage required is $10,000 in property damage, $15,000 for injury to a person, and $30,000 for injury to more than one person. Optional insurance coverage is available. Read More
In addition to liability insurance, state law requires that every driver has Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance coverage. The minimum amount is $15,000 for one person and $30,000 per incident. Your PIP coverage pays regardless of fault. Read More
Even though Delaware does not have compensation caps, your right to sue for damages may be limited by your PIP coverage. If you do sue the other driver, you cannot include any damages paid by your PIP insurance. Read More
Delaware has a modified comparative negligence standard. If you are more than one-half at fault for a collision, you cannot receive compensation. If you are less than one-half at fault, your compensation is reduced by any percentage of fault assigned to you for the collision. Read More
Delaware does not have a specific law making it illegal to ride in the cargo area. However, the state does have mandatory seat belt laws. Read More
You can file a lawsuit against a government entity if it is negligent in causing a road hazard car accident. However, the state’s comparative negligence standard still applies. You cannot be more than half at fault to recover compensation. Read More
Bicyclists have the same right to file a road hazard lawsuit against the state or a local municipality, but the same rules apply regarding comparative negligence. Read More
Delaware requires that you report a car accident if anyone is injured, there is more than $500 in property damage, or a drunk driver is involved in the crash. Calling 911 is the quickest and easiest way to report a traffic accident. You can obtain a copy of your accident report from the law enforcement agency that responded to the crash. Read More
Delaware does not have special laws restricting driving privileges for senior drivers. However, anyone can request a re-examination of the individual to determine if driving privileges should be revoked or restricted. Read More
Yes, Delaware uses the Graduated Driver’s License system to prepare new drivers for the road. This is a three-stage system that in some states begins at age 15 and ends 12 to 24 months later with full driving privileges. Read More
Yes, in fact there we have compiled the top laws that you need to know if you are driving in our state, including seat-belt rules, helmet laws, work zone violation penalties and rules regarding cell phones. Read More
Our printable Accident Checklist will detail what information you should collect from and give to those involved in the accident. It will help keep all the details of your accident clear and concise and build the best case possible. Read More