Hurt in a Delaware car crash? Start here.

If you were hurt in a Delaware car crash, take care of your health first. Then save the information you can—photos, names, insurance details, medical paperwork, and the crash report information. You do not need to decide today whether to hire a lawyer. A conversation can help you understand what information matters and what may happen next.

Call 302-472-8100 to talk through what happened. The first conversation is free.

What should I do after a car accident in Delaware?

1. Get emergency help or medical care if anyone may be hurt.
2. If it is safe, note the vehicles, location, witnesses, and responding agency.
3. Keep photos, contact details, insurance information, report information, bills, and messages about the crash.
4. Be careful about giving a recorded statement or agreeing to a quick settlement before you understand what it covers.
5. Get legal advice if you have questions about your injuries, an insurer’s requests, or what to preserve.

You may not feel the full effect of an injury at the scene. Follow your medical provider’s advice and keep records of the care and how the injury affects daily life.

What information should I keep?

Keep whatever is already available. Useful items can include photographs, the names and contact information of witnesses, vehicle and insurance information, the crash report number, medical records and bills, repair information, and letters or messages from an insurance company. Do not put off a call because you do not have every document.

Do I need a police report?

A report can be useful because it identifies basic information about the crash and the responding agency. Whether there is a report, and what it says, is only part of the picture. Save the report information if you have it, and explain what is missing during a case review.

If an insurance company calls

It is reasonable to ask who is calling, what they need, and when you must respond. Keep a note of the conversation and the claim number. If you are asked for a recorded statement, medical authorization, or settlement decision and are unsure what it means, pause and get advice first.

Delaware crash help, without a crash-news feed

Murphy & Landon serves injured people and families across Delaware, including Wilmington, Newark, New Castle, Bear, Hockessin, Middletown, Kent County, and Sussex County. Roads such as Route 13, I-95, I-495, Route 1, Kirkwood Highway, Limestone Road, and the coastal corridor can make scene information and witness details harder to sort out after a crash. The next step is still the same: preserve what you can and focus on your recovery.

If you are looking for a current crash update, use local public-safety or news sources. If you or a family member was hurt, this guide is about what to do for yourself.

Does my case count?

No one can answer that honestly without the facts. In a free case review, we can listen to what happened, ask about injuries and available information, and explain whether Murphy & Landon may be able to help. A review is not a promise of a case or a result.

When a crash causes a serious injury or death

A major injury can affect work, family responsibilities, and future care. See our serious injuries guide for what families may want to preserve. If a pedestrian or bicyclist was hit, our pedestrian and bicycle accident guide covers evidence that can be especially important.

What happens when I call?

You can tell us the basics in plain language, ask questions, and learn what information would help us evaluate the situation. You will not be pressured to decide on the first call. Contact Murphy & Landon when you are ready.