Shelsby & Leoni
Delaware Workers’ Comp Attorneys



Congratulations to Attorneys Gil Shelsby, Rob Leoni, & Kyle Kemmer for Winning 2021 Best of DE Award

Shelsby & Leoni
DE Work Injury Attorneys



Congratulations to Attorneys Gil Shelsby, Rob Leoni, & Kyle Kemmer for Winning 2021 Best of DE Award
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Delaware Workers Compensation Lawyers
All Delaware employers are required by law to have workers’ compensation insurance to compensate their employees for work related injuries or illnesses. Even if the workers’ compensation insurance company or the employer is paying your lost wages and/or medical bills following a work injury, it is still very important to seek the assistance of our Delaware workers compensation lawyers. They are very experienced in practices Delaware workers’ compensation law. An Wilmington, DE experienced workers’ compensation attorney can help you potentially receive compensation for your lost wages, permanent injuries, disfigurement or scarring, loss of earning capacity, and mileage and also help you receive the medical attention you need.
By no means do you have to go through this alone. Our team of Newark Delaware workers compensation lawyers will be by your side and handle all aspects of your personal injury claim. They serve all of Delaware including Wilmington, Pike Creek, Millsboro, Middletown, Seaford, Odessa, Newark, Dover, Milford, Laurel, Dagsboro, Lewes, Milton, Rehoboth Beach and Georgetown.
Delaware Workers Compensation Lawyers Scott Kappes and Kyle Kemmer have over 35 years combined practice before Delaware’s Industrial Accident Board (the agency that adjudicates workers’ compensation cases). Mr. Kappes and Mr. Kemmer handle workplace injuries in all three Delaware counties and are available for home or hospital visits. Some of the types of work injuries that they handle include:
Spinal injuries – including those caused by overuse;
Head or traumatic brain injuries;
Motor vehicle accidents while working – regardless of whose fault it is;
Slip and fall injuries while working;
Repetitive movement and overuse injuries such a carpal tunnel and tendonitis;
Chemical exposure;
Machine accidents – including burns, amputations and scarring;
Neck or upper extremity injury from computer usage.
Our Georgetown Delaware workers compensation lawyers never charge a fee for an initial consultation and there is no fee unless you receive a monetary recovery. To schedule an appointment please call 302-995-6210 or email Mr. Kappes or Mr. Kemmer by clicking here. Se Habla Espanol. We also have bilingual support staff available to assist Spanish-speaking clients.
What To Look For When Hiring Work Comp Lawyers
Many personal injury lawyers tout themselves as trial lawyers. What they may be telling you is that the may have little or no trial experience. With that in mind you should look for certain traits, characteristics and qualities when interviewing Delaware medical negligence lawyers. These are:
1) Devoting their entire practice to personal injury litigation
2) Experience actually trying cases
3) Length of time they have been handling medical malpractice cases
4) Reputation
5) Verdict and settlement history
At Shelsby & Leoni we possess all of these very favorable qualities and more. Please do not hesitate to contact our Dover, Delaware medical malpractice lawyers today to discuss how we can help you through this very unpleasant ordeal.
The Aftermath Of A Workplace Accident
Regardless of whether you were injured in a car accident, slip and fall accident or have been the victim of medical malpractice your life may be altered for years to come. In severe, catastrophic injury cases the quality of the life you once knew may be a thing of the past. If you were doing ok financially you may be thrust into a world of financial instability due to medical bills related to the accident. If you enjoyed a rich, full and active lifestyle that may be banished to memories due to chronic pain due to your injuries. Facing any of these issues can be challenging, especially while trying to recover emotionally and physically from your accident. Having an experienced Delaware medical negligence attorney on your side will offer you peace of mind as they will handle all aspects of filing your claim, settlement negotiations and, if necessary, taking your case to trial.
Benefits In Delaware Work Injury Cases
Each medical negligence, personal injury and auto accident claim is different but the possible benefits remain the same. The actual benefits you can obtain are directly related to the type of accident you endured, how sever your injuries are and the impact the injuries had on your life and your families life. Common benefits and forms of compensation are:
- Lost wages including current and future
- Medical expenses related to your accident
- Pain & suffering compensation (when applicable)
- Death, survival and funeral benefits
Let our Delaware personal injury attorneys fight to get you the maximum benefits and financial compensation you are entitled to.
Delaware Work Comp Lawyers With The Resources To Fight For You
Our firm is affiliated with Kline & Specter P.C., the highly successful and nationally recognized Philadelphia-based law firm which has some 30 attorneys, seven of whom are also doctors, and a staff of more than 100. We partner with Kline & Specter in appropriate cases.
Free consultation: If you or a family member has been injured, we invite you to contact our medical negligence lawyers in Wilmington, Delaware and Baltimore, Maryland for a free initial consultation. Call them at 302-995-6210.
Our Delaware medical injury attorneys proudly serve those injured in auto accident, premises liability accident and medical mistakes throughout all of Delaware & Maryland including Wilmington, Newark, Middletown, Odessa, Smyrna, Townsend, Clayton, Bear, Glasgow, New Castle, Dover, Little Creek, Milford, Liepsic, Magnolia, Seaford, Laurel, Georgetown, Delmar, Dagsboro, Frankford, Millsboro, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island & Ocean View.
Verdicts & Settlements
$4.6 Million Birth Injury Case:
The firm represented a child who suffered injuries during childbirth. The firm retained 15 experts and aggressively litigated the case with multiple depositions. The case resolved shortly before trial.
$4 Million Dollar Medical Malpractice Case
Mr. Shelsby represented a woman and her family in a medical malpractice action in Delaware, where the patient suffered the loss of her kidneys. That patient was evaluated in an emergency room and diagnosed with a kidney stone and infection. The patient was sent home without antibiotics. She returned to the hospital several days later in septic shock. She lost one kidney and significant function of the remaining kidney. The case was resolved by a settlement in excess of $4.0 million dollars.
$3.2 Million Dollar Jury Verdict for Workplace Accident
The firm represented a man who was injured by a co-employee at his work site. The client was working on a diesel engine of a tractor-trailer, with another employee who left to take a break and later returned to work on the vehicle. When the co-worker returned, he attempted to start the engine. At that time, the client was under the vehicle working on the transmission. As a consequence, the transmission turned and the client was struck by the axle, and his arm and shoulder were seriously injured. The insurance carrier offered $20,000. for settlement before trial. Mr. Shelsby tried the case and a jury returned a verdict of $3.2 million dollars.
Testimonials
Highly Recommended!
Shelsby and Leoni is a VERY REPUTABLE Law Firm. I hired them to take my case and I have to say that my lawyer James Meehan worked miracles to get me what I deserved! I am 100% satisfied and happy that I chose Shelsby and Leoni to handle my case.
What a great result!
I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Gilbert Shelby. Not only a compassionate lawyer he took the time to come to my home when I was needing a lawyer for my case. He was respectful and very compassionate which is needed by a professional. And also a friend. I would recommend this firm highly for any need you may have for what ever reason. My case came out on top because I found a wonderful firm! Thank-you so much!