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Trusted Delaware Personal Injury & Workers' Compensation Lawyers
Silverman, McDonald & Friedman is a dedicated Delaware-based law firm specializing in personal injury and workers' compensation cases. With over 100 years of combined legal experience, our team of attorneys provides compassionate yet aggressive representation to clients across Wilmington, Newark, and Seaford. We focus on helping individuals navigate complex legal challenges arising from auto accidents, workplace injuries, and catastrophic events, ensuring they receive fair compensation and medical care. Our practice emphasizes transparent communication, personalized case strategies, and unwavering advocacy, whether negotiating with insurance companies or litigating in court. We maintain offices throughout Delaware to serve clients in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties, offering house calls when necessary. Our attorneys are recognized for their expertise in handling high-stakes cases, including traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death claims, and multi-million-dollar settlements. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay nothing unless we secure a recovery. This client-first approach has earned us a reputation as one of Delaware's most trusted injury law firms.
Services
Auto Accidents
Workers Compensation
Personal Injury
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Motorcycle Accidents
Slip and Fall
Traumatic Brain Injury
Product Liability
DUI Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined legal experience in Delaware personal injury law
- Our attorneys provide personalized case strategies tailored to individual client needs
- We operate on a strict no recovery, no fee contingency basis
- We maintain three convenient office locations across Delaware
- Our firm has secured over $15 million in settlements and verdicts
What people say
Stellar client communication
Excellent and prompt results
Great firm to work with
Obtained a great result
Highly recommend
Services
Auto Accidents
Our Delaware auto accident attorneys represent clients injured in car, truck, and motorcycle collisions. We handle claims involving distracted driving, drunk driving, defective auto parts, and hazardous roadways. We coordinate with medical providers, negotiate with insurance companies, and pursue fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our goal is to ensure clients receive full financial recovery while focusing on their recovery.
Workers Compensation
We advocate for Delaware workers injured on the job, handling claims involving equipment failures, falls, repetitive stress injuries, and occupational illnesses. Our services include application assistance, hearing representation, and commutation requests. We help clients secure medical treatment, wage replacement, and lump sum settlements. Our attorneys have decades of experience navigating Delaware's workers' compensation system to protect employee rights.
Personal Injury
Our firm handles catastrophic injury cases including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and burn injuries. We pursue compensation for medical costs, future care needs, and lost earning capacity. We work with medical experts to document long-term impacts and negotiate with insurance carriers to ensure fair settlements. Our attorneys have secured millions in verdicts for clients with life-altering injuries.
Wrongful Death
We represent families who have lost loved ones due to negligence, defective products, or workplace accidents. Our attorneys handle claims for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages. We provide compassionate guidance through complex legal processes while aggressively pursuing accountability from responsible parties.
Truck Accidents
Our truck accident attorneys investigate collisions with commercial vehicles, holding negligent drivers and companies accountable. We analyze federal trucking regulations, driver logs, and maintenance records to build strong cases. We pursue compensation for vehicle damage, medical bills, and long-term rehabilitation costs resulting from these often-severe accidents.
People
Michael I. Silverman
Partner
Michael I. Silverman focuses on personal injury and workers' compensation law with decades of experience representing Delaware clients. He advocates for injured individuals in courtrooms across the state, combining legal expertise with compassionate client service to achieve favorable outcomes.
Robert C. McDonald
Partner
Robert C. McDonald specializes in workers' compensation, DUI defense, and real estate law. With extensive trial experience, he represents clients in complex legal matters, emphasizing clear communication and strategic problem-solving to protect client interests.
Jeffrey S. Friedman
Partner
Jeffrey S. Friedman concentrates on workers' compensation and automobile accident claims. He has successfully represented clients in high-stakes cases, focusing on securing medical treatment and financial compensation for clients injured through no fault of their own.
Brian E. Lutness
Partner
Brian E. Lutness handles personal injury, workers' compensation, and medical malpractice cases. He advocates for clients with catastrophic injuries, using his legal expertise to obtain settlements that cover long-term care and financial needs.
Questions
What types of cases does Silverman McDonald & Friedman handle?
We specialize in personal injury and workers' compensation cases, including auto accidents, truck collisions, motorcycle crashes, slip and fall incidents, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death claims, and workplace injuries.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our fees come directly from your settlement or verdict.
Do you handle cases outside Delaware?
While we're based in Delaware, we can assist with cases involving out-of-state injuries if the incident occurred while visiting Delaware or involved Delaware-based employers.
What should I do after a workplace injury?
Seek immediate medical attention, report the injury to your employer within 7 days, and contact our workers' compensation attorneys to protect your rights and ensure proper benefits processing.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
Delaware's statute of limitations is generally 2 years for personal injury claims, but specific deadlines apply to workers' compensation cases. Contact us promptly to avoid missing critical filing deadlines.
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Reviews (15)
Tennille Morant
Jun 29, 2024
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Attorney Friedman was a pleasure to work with. Diligent, thorough, overall exceeding expectations. Greatly satisfied and forever thankful.
Mike Mike
Jun 13, 2024
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Brian did an amazing job getting me a fair settlement! Thanks to all who helped me in your practice! If you need an auto lawyer call Brian!
Shannon Dennis Fornes
Jun 12, 2024
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This law firm is really great. Mike and Donna were so hands on and so through with my case. They were the absolute best lawyers and got me everything I was asking for! They walked me through the whole process and were right by my side through it all. I would recommend this law firm any day!
Joe Balascio
May 01, 2024
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Jeffery s. Friedman is just absolutely fantastic he was able to find me great medical care when I wasn't able too. He walked me through step by step of the process and explained everything that was going to happen and what he was going to do about my accident. I could not have asked for a better experience during this difficult time. I hope something like this does not happen again but if it were to arise he will be the only one I call. He deserves more than 5 stars.
Chan Robinson
Mar 25, 2024
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I so recommend Silverman, McDonald & Friedman for any legal action or advice you may need. Friedman explained everything to me and handled my matters efficiently. Top notch law firm.
Luz Caceres
Jan 26, 2024
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Micheal Silverman has been a pleasure to work with very understanding and Knowledgeable. He is very caring and good listener. I'm we have won t separate cases with him. I would recommend him to anybody. Thanks so much.
Pamela Ayers
Jan 05, 2024
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I have been with my husband from the start of his workers compensation case. Jeff has been very professional and answered all of our questions. He handled everything. I would recommend using him for your Workers Comp. issues.
Jacob Cham
Apr 19, 2023
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Mr. Friedman, did an excellent job handling my case and ensured that I received the care, which was suffice for quality and effective recovery from my injury. I would highly recommend his firm for legal representation.
Iris Pinto
Mar 30, 2023
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Dr. Friedman help me with my case and I feel very please with his work. He made sure that I was well taken care of. I honestly recommend him.
Rebecca Hartnett
Mar 06, 2023
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Jeff Friedman was absolutely amazing through my whole process! Explained everything thoroughly and closed my case faster than I expected and more than I expected! Can't say enough about Jeff his paralegal Megan and the staff! Definitely would refer anyone!
Ericka D.
Jan 12, 2023
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I was recently represented by this firm. Attorney Brian Lutness was great. He was knowledgeable and very responsive to all questions. My case was settled within a reasonable amount of time and I am satisfied with with the services provided.
Ny'Asia Neal
Mar 24, 2022
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I can't even begin to explain how wonderful my experience with Jeff was. He kept in contact with me throughout the entire process and really fought for me. I would highly recommend him to anyone who's looking for someone reliable, trustworthy and works efficiently. 5 stars isn't enough.
Trevor C.
Dec 26, 2021
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In the midst of a labor dispute that was threatening my finances and professional reputation, Michael Silverman was able to navigate me through to victory. Michael truly cared about the outcome of my case, he spent time to communicate things to me in a manner that I understood, and he got me the money that was being unduly withheld by a former employer, and then some. I couldn't recommend this firm or Michael Silverman more highly!
Steve Gross
Nov 15, 2020
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I had a great experience with Silverman McDonald and Friedman. I was represented by Jeff Friedman, the whole process took 4 years due to the fact that I underwent 3 back surgeries over a little over 3 years and could not go to trial until a year after the last one. Throughout the entire time Jeff was accessible to me, always got back to me to answer any questions, was very knowledgeable about the entire legal process. When it came time to settle, he fought hard to get me extra money, more than I ever thought I would get. I would highly recommend Jeff to anyone that needs the BEST to represent them.
Christine Matchin
Mar 12, 2020
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Jeff Friedman has been very helpful with my husband's case. He is very responsive when we had questions. He has done an excellent job so far. We look forward to the results and continued effort. Thank you Jeff.