Injured in a Wilmington Pedestrian Accident? Our Attorneys Are Here to Help.
Last updated on March 12, 2026
Wilmington is known for being a pedestrian-friendly city. It boasts walkable neighborhoods, easily accessible trails and the Riverfront. Unfortunately, local pedestrians still face dangers. Drivers don’t always see pedestrians or act as carefully around them as they should. It is important to hold motorists accountable when they drive unsafely and it results in pedestrians getting injured. At Dalton & Associates, P.A., our experienced and award-winning Delaware pedestrian accident lawyers pursue compensation for individuals who have been hit by a vehicle while out walking in Wilmington or other parts of New Castle County and Delaware.
When Do Pedestrians Have the Right-of-Way, and How Does That Affect Pedestrian Accident Claims?
Two of the main places where pedestrians have the right-of-way in Delaware are:
- Designated crosswalks: This is the case in both marked and unmarked crosswalks. However, when there is an active traffic signal, the pedestrian must follow the signal’s instructions to have the right-of-way.
- Sidewalks: This mainly comes into play where a driveway or other entrance intersects a sidewalk.
Whether a given pedestrian had the right-of-way is important in accident claims because it is one of the factors that can determine who was at fault for the accident. Where the fault lies for a pedestrian accident impacts what compensation options the victim may have.
Our crosswalk injury attorneys stand ready to help with all aspects of driver negligence claims and, pedestrian serious injury and wrongful death cases. We can investigate right-of-way and fault issues and seek the full relief you are entitled to under the law.
Reach Out to Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
We offer free consultations to pedestrian accident victims. You can set one up by calling 302-549-0093 or contacting us online. We use a contingency structure for our fees, meaning you only pay us if your injury claim is successful.