Drivers in Hawaii have a lot going on besides just operating their vehicles. They are changing radio stations, eating, reaching for something in the back seat, laughing with their passengers, using the navigation system and talking on the phone. While these may seem...
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Looking at risks associated with nighttime driving
There are a variety of instances where driving can be especially dangerous, such as driving at night. During nighttime hours, the likelihood of an accident on the road may be increased for a variety of reasons, which we will discuss in this post. Our law firm knows...
What if I am hurt by a driver on drugs?
If drivers in Hawaii are in an accident with another driver who has been drinking alcohol, it is pretty obvious they can go after the driver for injuries and damage that was sustained. However, what if the other driver is found not to have any alcohol in their system?...
How to pursue a medical malpractice claim
Patients in Hawaii who have been injured due to a medical mistake may want to take action against the healthcare team that was in charge of their care. Because the majority of doctors and other healthcare professionals have their patients' best care in mind, a medical...
Anesthesia errors and how to prevent them
Surgeries and other procedures involving anesthesia in Hawaii are accompanied by a certain amount of risk. Errors relating to this can result in a number of complications including more serious ones such as brain damage and death. By studying why these errors occur,...
Posting on social media following a collision
There are a wide variety of factors to take into consideration when it comes to motor vehicle collisions, especially in recent years. In the digital age, many people use social media on a daily basis. While these networking platforms can be a great way to keep in...
Liability for self-driving cars
Self-driving cars have been talked about for years, and the reality seems to be getting closer. However, residents in Hawaii will still have to wait for them to get past the testing stage, as some of the tests demonstrate the technology is not working properly. Recent...
Emergency room errors can lead to serious injuries
No one wants to have to go to the emergency room, but those who go expect the best care and possible outcome. Patients in Hawaii should be aware that medical errors in emergency situations are quite common, and it is important to understand how they occur and what can...
Delayed symptoms related to car accidents
Car accidents in Hawaii often result in physical damage to the vehicles involved, and sometimes the driver and/or passengers experience pain as well. The thing is that symptoms related to these crashes do not always show up right after the accident. Victims need to be...
Motorcycles and safety
Hawaii, with its great weather and beautiful scenery, is the perfect place for a motorcycle ride. However, motorcycles pose a danger on the road, and riders can sustain major injuries and even death when accidents occur. To reduce the number of crashes, there are a...