If a driver hit you while walking or riding, start with your health.

If a driver hit you while you were walking or riding a bicycle, get medical help and make safety the first priority. When you can, preserve the information that may disappear quickly: the location, vehicle and driver details, witnesses, photographs, and report information. You can then get a straight answer about what a Delaware case review may involve.

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

What should I do right after the crash?

Get emergency assistance or medical care if needed. If it is safe, identify the driver and vehicle, ask witnesses for contact information, and note the exact location. Keep photographs, report information, clothing or equipment that may be relevant, and medical paperwork. If someone else is helping you, ask them to record what they can.

What evidence can be different in a pedestrian or bicycle accident?

The roadway layout, crosswalks, signals, lighting, sightlines, direction of travel, vehicle information, and witness accounts may be especially important. Preserve the facts you can observe; do not assume you know who was at fault. A case review can help identify what other information may be useful.

If an insurer contacts me

Write down the caller’s name, company, claim number, and request. It is reasonable to ask for time to understand a recorded statement, medical authorization, or settlement proposal before agreeing to it. If you are unsure, get advice.

If a family member was killed

Start with the family’s immediate needs and preserve the available information. A conversation can help you understand what may need to be reviewed and what the next step could be. It cannot promise a result.

Related Delaware injury guides

For broader crash questions, see our Delaware car accident guide. If the injury is changing future care or daily life, see our serious injuries guide.

What happens when I call?

You can explain the basics, ask whether the situation is worth reviewing, and learn what information may help. You will not be pressured to decide on the first call. Contact Murphy & Landon when you are ready.