Category: Car Accidents

Key Takeaways: Wilmington’s most dangerous intersections for car accidents include 4th Street and Lincoln Street, Market Street and New Sweden Street, and the Boulevard at King Street, where high traffic volume and pedestrian activity combine to produce frequent crashes. Drivers passing through these areas face an elevated risk of collisions, particularly during rush hour. What[…] Read More

Key Takeaways: Our Wilmington car accident lawyers at McCann Dillon Jaffe & Lamb, LLC help injured drivers understand that the question “Are SUVs safer than sedans?” does not have one simple answer. In some crashes, a larger SUV may better protect its occupants. In others, SUVs can create rollover risks, visibility issues, and greater danger[…] Read More

Driverless and semi-autonomous vehicles are no longer a distant concept. They are operating on public roads today, and when they are involved in crashes, the question of legal responsibility becomes far more complicated than in a conventional car accident. Determining who is liable depends on how the technology failed, who was in the vehicle, and[…] Read More

Summer driving comes with a set of hazards that catch many people off guard. While winter weather draws more attention as a seasonal road risk, the summer months bring their own dangerous conditions that contribute to a significant number of serious car accidents each year. A lack of maintenance on a vehicle can raise the[…] Read More

Our Wilmington car accident lawyers see the consequences of dangerous U-turns on a regular basis. A U-turn may seem like a quick fix for a missed turn, but on Wilmington’s congested streets, it can trigger a head-on collision, strike a cyclist, or sweep through a crosswalk full of pedestrians. According to the Delaware State Police[…] Read More

Most drivers know they are supposed to turn on their headlights at night or in poor weather. What many people do not realize is that failing to use headlights properly can do more than earn a traffic ticket; it can also affect who is found at fault after a car accident and how much compensation[…] Read More

A car accident creates ongoing disruptions to one’s life; the injuries and property damages necessitate medical appointments, vehicle repairs, and insurance calls in the following days. While some settlement offers arrive quickly, the payment might not reflect the full impact of the incident. As recovery continues and new information about injuries or costs appears, the[…] Read More

“Brake checking” happens when a driver suddenly hits the brakes or slows dramatically for no legitimate reason, usually to startle, intimidate, or “punish” the driver following behind. It is often a response to “tailgating” and is considered a form of road rage or reckless driving behavior rather than a normal, defensive driving maneuver. Although brake[…] Read More

Even though Delaware is not a large state with a high population, it sits at a major crossroads to the northeastern part of the United States. As such, Delaware roads see a far heavier traffic volume than what otherwise may be expected with the size of its population. If you have been injured in a[…] Read More

“Whiplash” from car accidents can range from a temporary neck strain to a life‑altering injury that affects your work, sleep, and day‑to‑day life. If you are suffering from whiplash injuries caused by another driver’s negligence, you may have the right to pursue compensation for these harms under Pennsylvania law. What Is Whiplash? ‘Whiplash’ happens when[…] Read More