Category Archives: Personal Injury
Hawaii Department of Health Cites Progress vs. Fatal Bicycle Accidents
The Hawaii State Department of Health delivered some good news for bicyclists in its Hawaii Injury Prevention Plan (HIPP) for 2012–2017. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, “bicycle-related deaths in 2009 were nearly half of what they were in 2005.” HIPP attributes the success to “an increased effort among traffic safety partners and […]
Hawaii Department of Health Emphasizes Child Passenger Safety
Citing traffic-related injuries as “one of the leading causes of death and injuries for children of all ages nationwide,” the Hawaii State Department of Health urged parents and caregivers to take advantage of all opportunities to educate themselves on the proper use of car seats and other safety precautions for transporting children. DOH presents statistics […]
Can “Complete Streets” Reverse Hawaii’s High Rate of Pedestrian Accidents?
When the Hawaii State Department of Health issued its injury prevention plan for the years 2012 to 2017, the rates of pedestrian fatalities for the state were already unacceptably high. Since then, Hawaii has earned the distinction of being the most dangerous state for elderly pedestrians. Back when the Department of Health was drafting the […]
Hawaiian Injury Rates Compare Favorably with Those of Mainland States
If you aren’t already feeling good about living in Hawaii, a cursory look at injury statistics should raise your spirits. According to the Hawaii State Department of Health, the rate of fatal injuries in Hawaii was 17 percent lower than the rate for the rest of the United States, while the rate of nonfatal injuries […]
Injury Prevention Is a Public Health Priority in Hawaii
The Hawaii State Department of Health periodically issues a plan for injury prevention. The last such plan was to cover 2012 to 2017. The issue is critical since statistics show that unintentional injury is the leading cause of death among Hawaii residents ages one to 44. During an average week, 13 residents die from an […]
What Factors Should a Plaintiff Consider When Deciding Whether to Settle a Personal Injury Case?
When you are prosecuting a personal injury lawsuit, there may be many times when you have to decide whether to accept a settlement offer or take the case to trial. Your attorney should put your best interests first and advise you based on a range of factors. But you are the ultimate decision-maker, so you […]
How Does a Contingency Fee Work for a Personal Injury Case?
Most people understand that if they are hurt in an accident, they can consult with an attorney free of charge to learn their rights and get advice about how to proceed. But what happens from there? The usual arrangement between attorneys and clients in personal injury cases is the contingency fee. Under this agreement, the […]
How Does Contributory Negligence Affect Lawsuits in Hawaii?
Who or what caused an accident is not always clear cut. In fact, multiple parties may be at fault. If you were injured in an accident where you feel you were partially to blame, you may wonder whether you have the right to file a claim. This is where the legal concept of contributory negligence […]
Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death in Hawaii?
A wrongful death occurs when some act or omission, whether negligent, reckless or deliberate, causes a fatal injury to another person. Under Hawaii law, a representative of the deceased person’s estate can sue to recover reasonable expenses for the deceased’s treatment of the injuries and burial. However, those close to the deceased can bring a […]
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in Hawaii?
The statute of limitations is the law that restricts the amount of time an injured person has to file a legal claim. When the statutory period runs out, if you have not filed an action with the appropriate court, you lose your right to compensation forever. In Hawaii, the statutory period for personal injury is […]
