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Delaware Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Hit by a car while walking in Delaware? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: Moderate
Filing Deadline: 2 years
Fatality Rate: 3.0 per 100k
2 years
Statute of Limitations
30+
Annual Fatalities
3.0 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Delaware Crosswalk Laws

Moderate Pedestrian Protections

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Pedestrians must obey traffic control signals.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians crossing outside crosswalks must yield to vehicles.

Delaware Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

In Delaware, you have 2 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Modified comparative fault (51%)

Delaware uses modified comparative fault. You can recover if you're less than 51% at fault.

Minimum Insurance

Delaware requires minimum coverage of $25,000/$50,000/$10,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Delaware

Route 1 corridor
Wilmington downtown
Newark Main Street

What Makes Delaware Unique

  • High pedestrian fatality rate per capita
  • Route 1 corridor especially dangerous
  • Beach traffic in summer increases risks

Cities We Serve in Delaware

Wilmington
DE
Dover
DE
Newark
DE
Middletown
DE

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