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Delaware auto accident attorneys.

Hit by a careless driver — or a commercial driver, or a rideshare driver — you have a claim. We've recovered millions for clients who weren't planning to be in a courtroom that morning.

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What we handle

We represent drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicyclists injured in motor vehicle collisions across Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

  • Rear-end and intersection collisions
  • Distracted-driver and texting-while-driving cases
  • DUI / impaired-driver crashes
  • Hit-and-run and uninsured/underinsured motorist claims
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Rideshare crashes (Uber, Lyft) — driver and passenger
  • Pedestrian and bicycle injuries
  • Multi-vehicle pileups

What to expect

From the first call, we move fast. Evidence in auto cases — skid marks, surveillance footage, vehicle telematics, witness recollections — degrades by the day. The first 72 hours matter.

We open a case file the same day we agree to represent you. We send preservation letters to insurance carriers and any third-party defendants. We coordinate with your medical providers so the bills don't bury you while the case is pending.

Compensation we recover

  • Medical bills (past and future)
  • Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering, emotional distress
  • Vehicle damage and rental costs
  • Long-term care or rehabilitation
  • Punitive damages in egregious cases (DUI, road rage)
§ Common Questions
Frequently Asked

Auto Accidents FAQ.

01
How long do I have to file an auto accident claim?
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Delaware's statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 2 years. NJ is 2 years. PA is 2 years. Some claims (involving public entities or minors) have shorter deadlines.
02
Do I need a lawyer if the insurance company is offering a settlement?
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Initial offers are almost always low — designed to close the file before you understand your real costs. We review every case for free and only take it if we add value.
03
What does it cost to hire DiLeonardo & Shaw?
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Auto cases are handled on contingency. You pay nothing up front. We recover an agreed percentage only if we win.
04
What if I was partly at fault?
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Delaware uses modified comparative negligence — you can still recover if you were 50% or less at fault, with your award reduced by your percentage of fault.