I am considering filing a malpractice suit regarding my newborn's medical treatment, which took place in Delaware. My newborn was diagnosed with Hirschsprung's disease and underwent an ileostomy on March 17. The pathologist informed the surgeon about the absence of nerve cells in the... View More

In Delaware, during a windstorm, a tree from my yard fell on my neighbor's fence. The tree was in good health with no known issues before the storm, and I have not yet had any discussions with my neighbor about handling the damage. Am I responsible for the repairs?

I run a gaming store in Delaware and have a question about mandatory lunch breaks for my employees. If I schedule an employee for a 7-hour workday but allow them to come in 30 minutes early, am I legally required to provide a lunch break? The employee could be of any age, as we employ both minors... View More

I live in Delaware and have an issue with a mobile home title. A year ago, I had a verbal agreement with a person who originally paid for the mobile home, but it was put in my name temporarily. We agreed that after one year, the title would be transferred to his name. However, he has not done so,... View More

I live in Delaware and I often walk my dog near a townhouse where a neighbor has put up "no walk on grass" signs. There is no sidewalk available, and for safety reasons, I typically walk my dog along the curb. Occasionally, when cars are parked and block the curb, I have to take a few... View More

I am dealing with a situation where my company's media player application was removed from the Google Play Store following a DMCA notice from an Indonesian company. Google instructed us to file a counter-notice, but our submissions are repeatedly rejected as "not legally valid"... View More

I'm a student on an F1 OPT visa in Delaware. Recently, I was in a car accident where another car hit us, leaving our vehicle in the middle of the road, after which a second car collided with us. The airbags deployed on my side, and since then, I've experienced pain in the back of my head.... View More

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answered on Jun 2, 2026

I'm sorry about your accident. This is really something that attorneys in Delaware could advise best on, but your question remains open for over a week. I can't speak for Delaware law, but I believe Delaware is a no-fault auto insurance state. In no-fault states, the insurance policy of... View More

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I sustained injuries to my head, arms, and ears, and I'm looking to file a complaint and initiate an investigation. There is a person who is allegedly using devices to weaponize against me, affecting my head and arms. This incident began in New York but is now relevant to Delaware. I am... View More

I am experiencing ongoing harassment and stalking by my neighbor since February 2026. Despite my landlord contacting her handler, and the police instructing her to leave me alone, the behavior continues. I've documented each incident meticulously. What steps should I take to obtain a... View More

I have a neighbor in Delaware who I believe has a mental illness and has been stalking and harassing me. I've called the police once about the situation, and my landlord is aware of what's happening. This has been occurring for some time, and I'm concerned about my safety and... View More

My father passed away on December 30, 2025, with a will dated 2011, which stated that if he died, his estate would go to my stepmother. If she predeceased him, the estate would be divided 50/50 between my brother and me. My stepmother passed in 2016, and he remarried in 2017 without updating his... View More

I have been on federal probation in Delaware for two years without any issues. My original judgment and commitment order states that I am not allowed to own or operate a personal computer connected to the Internet. Recently, my probation officer wants me to sign a waiver giving up my right to a... View More

I was driving in Delaware when, at an intersection, an individual in another car spit on my vehicle. The incident is captured on my camera, and I have the license plate number of the other car. There was no physical damage to my car since I can wash it off, but my children were in the car with me,... View More

I am a smaller streamer with a channel called "sc00by_d00bie," and I earn money from my streams. I'm concerned about potential copyright or trademark infringement issues with this name. I use AI-created logos on my channel and have not yet received any communication from rights... View More

Since our divorce, my ex-wife is seeking back child support for the past three months, when I was instead paying for our house due to an agreement we had while waiting to sell the property. We formally agreed in court that I would pay for the house during this period, and our divorce terms include... View More

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answered on Apr 20, 2026

This is a nuanced situation that depends heavily on the exact language of your court-approved divorce agreement. If the court order specifically stated that paying the house expenses during the sale period would satisfy or substitute for your child support obligation during those three months, then... View More

I am currently on probation in Delaware and have been charged with a DUI while on probation, resulting in a violation of probation (VOP). However, the judge advised us to hold off on the decision regarding the VOP until the outcome of the DUI case. My probation is set to end on April 23, 2026. In... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2026

This is a really important question given that your probation end date is coming up so soon. Generally speaking, once your probation term expires, the court's authority to impose probation conditions like GPS monitoring and a curfew expires along with it. However, the complication here is that... View More

In April, my boss handed me a bag of hygiene products, stating my hygiene was not up to "standard," and suggested weight loss drugs, which they claimed work wonders. I found this extremely upsetting and left the job a week later. I was employed as a full-time medical receptionist from... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2026

What your boss did was unprofessional and hurtful, but whether it rises to a legal claim depends on a few factors. Comments about weight and hygiene in the workplace can potentially support a harassment or hostile work environment claim if they are tied to a protected characteristic such as a... View More

I was wrongfully terminated by Amazon on 02/04/2026 in Wilmington, DE. The Delaware Department of Labor issued a notice of determination stating that I was fired without just cause and noted that Amazon failed to meet the burden of proof as they did not provide further information despite multiple... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2026

There are several reasons Delaware employment lawyers may be hesitant to take your case against Amazon, even with the Department of Labor determination in your favor. Many attorneys weigh the cost of litigation against a large corporation like Amazon versus the potential recovery, and if your... View More

I am a landlord in Delaware, and my tenant recently moved out without providing the required 60-day written notice. The tenant claimed they informed me verbally in January, which did not occur. I sent a new rental agreement in January, but it was never returned. In March, when I inquired about... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2026

In Delaware, you generally cannot keep the entire security deposit simply because the tenant broke the lease or left without proper notice. The law requires you to itemize actual damages and provide the tenant with a written list of deductions within 20 days of the lease termination. You may only... View More

In a Delaware mobile home park, is it the tenant's responsibility to replace a faulty electric meter pan, given that our lease states it is the tenant's responsibility? The meter bank feeds two trailers with one piece of equipment. Can terms in a lease override state law or regulatory... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2026

Generally speaking, a lease provision cannot override state law or safety regulations, particularly when it comes to electrical infrastructure in a mobile home park. In Delaware, the Manufactured Home Owners and Community Owners Act provides certain protections for mobile home tenants, and... View More