Delictual Law, also known as the law of delict, is a branch of civil law that deals with wrongful acts or omissions that cause harm to another person or entity. It allows the injured party (the plaintiff) to claim compensation from the wrongdoer (the defendant) for damages suffered.
Unlike criminal law, which punishes offenders, delictual law focuses on restoring the victim to their original position, usually through financial compensation.

Laws are the very bulkwarks of liberty; they define every man’s rights, and defend the individual liberties of all men.” – J.G. Holland
If you’ve suffered harm due to someone else’s actions, don’t navigate the legal system alone. McErick Attorneys combines compassionate counsel with relentless advocacy to protect your rights and maximize your compensation.
McErick Attorneys provides expert legal representation across the full spectrum of delictual matters. Our services include:
We handle cases involving motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, workplace injuries, and medical malpractice. Our team meticulously investigates liability, gathers medical evidence, and calculates both economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering).
When defective products cause injury or property damage, we hold manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable. This includes cases involving design flaws, manufacturing defects, or inadequate safety warnings.
We represent clients harmed by substandard professional services, including medical malpractice, legal malpractice, and accounting errors. These complex cases often require expert testimony to establish the professional’s deviation from accepted standards.
In today’s digital age, reputational harm can have devastating consequences. We assist with libel (written defamation), slander (spoken defamation), and emerging issues like online reputation attacks and data privacy breaches.
Whether dealing with negligent construction, environmental contamination, or trespass-related damages, we ensure property owners receive full compensation for repair costs and diminished value.
For cases involving assault, fraud, or malicious damage to property, we pursue both compensatory and, where appropriate, punitive damages to punish egregious misconduct.
