Serious motor vehicle accidents in Hawaii can result in high costs, not just monetarily but emotionally and mentally as well. In cases related to personal injury, whether there was serious injury or even death, there are numerous things victims can pursue compensation...
Serious Personal Injury
Are train companies held liable for injuries?
With recent Amtrak derailments and accidents, people in Hawaii are wondering who pays for injuries and damage in train crashes. In the past few months, Amtrak has been the focus due to numerous catasrophes that have resulted in serious injury and even death. Although...
Safety protocols to prevent surgical error
Medical error is one of the leading causes of death and serious injury in Hawaii and other states. Surgical errors are especially prevalent, and healthcare facilities have put safety procedures in place to help prevent more of these mistakes from happening.According...
Can marijuana use lead to serious accidents?
Drivers in Hawaii who operate under the influence of marijuana pose a threat to themselves and other drivers on the road. Although marijuana use is legal for medical purposes, users still need to smoke responsibly and take care to refrain from operating a motor...
Car accidents and chest trauma
Car accidents can have major impacts for drivers in Hawaii. While a collision often results in damage to the vehicle, it can also cause a number of injuries to the passengers in the car. While neck injuries, such as whiplash, are well known, the chest area can also...
Cerebral palsy due to medical error
Parents in Hawaii who have a child with cerebral palsy may choose to take legal action against the healthcare team if it is suspected the injury is due to medical error. Cerebral palsy is one of the more common types of birth injuries, and the symptoms can vary from...
Car accidents and brain injury
People in Hawaii who are involved in car accidents may come away from the event with a range of injuries - from light bruising to more serious harm such as paralyzation or brain injury. A blow to the head caused by a vehicular accident is known as a traumatic brain...
The high prevalence of medical malpractice
Medical malpractice has become a major issue in Hawaii and the rest of the country. Studies show it is responsible for 10 percent of deaths on an annual basis, and people are looking for reasons as to why and how they can be prevented.According to US News, medical...
How can you survive the dazing effects of a car accident?
FindLaw offers tips for drivers involved in accidents on Hawaii's highways. In the aftermath of a collision, motorists often find themselves dazed and disoriented. If this happens to you, having a plan of action will guide your next steps.Whether or not...
Looking at other pedestrian accident causes
When someone is trying to cross the street or even just walking along a sidewalk, a reckless driver can pose a serious threat. Tragically, some pedestrians are struck by careless drivers who fail to obey traffic safety laws, whether they reach dangerous speeds, do not...