Jurisdiction Intelligence Report
Personal Injury Case Values in Delaware (2026)
Data-driven verdict and settlement analysis for Personal Injury cases in Delaware. Median outcome: $350K across 2 tracked cases.
Verdicts Tracked
2
Median Outcome
$350K
Mean Outcome
$350K
Range
$275K–$425K
Verdict Distribution
| Range | Cases | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| $250K–$1M | 2 | 100% |
Key Valuation Factors
Severity and permanency of plaintiff injuriesClarity of defendant liability and fault allocation under 51% modified comparative negligence ruleType and location of collision (intersection T-bone vs. rear-end highway impact)Quality and consistency of medical documentation and treatment historyPlaintiff's economic damages including lost wages and future medical expenses
Key Trends & Insights
Based on the limited dataset of two tracked Personal Injury cases in Delaware, outcomes range from $275K to $425K with a median and mean of $350K, suggesting moderate but meaningful compensation awards in this jurisdiction. The higher award in the 2024 Rehoboth Beach T-bone case compared to the 2023 I-95 rear-end collision may reflect differences in liability clarity, injury severity, or evolving jury sentiment, though the small sample size limits definitive trend conclusions. Delaware's modified comparative fault rule (51% bar) and absence of a general non-economic damages cap provide plaintiffs with meaningful recovery potential, particularly in cases where defendant liability is clear-cut.
Notable Cases
Plaintiff v. Defendant (Rehoboth Beach Red Light T-Bone)
$425K
A pickup truck ran a red light at a Rehoboth Beach intersection, T-boning plaintiffs sedan. Plaintiff suffered a torn rotator cuff, fractured ribs, and traumatic brain injury requiring cognitive rehabilitation. Defendant disputed severity of TBI. Jury awarded $425,000.
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Plaintiff v. Defendant (I-95 Rear-End Highway Collision)
$275K
Plaintiff was rear-ended at highway speed on I-95 in New Castle County. She suffered herniated discs at C5-C6 and L4-L5 requiring epidural steroid injections and extensive physical therapy. Defendant contested causation. Jury awarded $275,000.
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