Year: 2017
Premises Liability Claim May Follow 6-story Fall in Maui
Property owners in Hawaii are responsible for ensuring visitors or tenants in their buildings are not exposed to known hazards. This does not only apply to commercial premises at which spills on the floors and potholes in parking lots can cause slip or trip-and-fall accidents but also to condo and apartment complexes. Multistory residential buildings …
Read Full ArticleHawaii Man Accused of Causing 2 DUI Auto Accidents in 2 Days
According to authorities, the number of arrests for drunk driving in Hawaii so far this year exceeds 1,000. A police spokesperson says penalties for DUI-related auto accidents seem to be inadequate to deter drivers from drinking and driving. A recent arrest of a man who struck a pedestrian on Dec. 1 underscores this theory. According …
Read Full ArticleAuto Accidents: Speeding Suspected in Crash That Killed Cyclist
Bicycle riders in Hawaii are incredibly vulnerable. This is often underscored by auto accidents that cause severe or fatal injuries to cyclists. So far this year, 32 people have lost their lives in traffic-related accidents on the island. This includes a fatal crash that happened in Hilo on a recent Wednesday. According to a police …
Read Full ArticleTaking Measures to Reduce the Odds of a Pedestrian Accident
With warmer weather year-round in Hawaii, like many others, you may prefer to do a great deal of your travelling via the sidewalk. Along with being a healthier alternative to other modes of transportation, walking may also offer a variety of additional benefits, such as skipping out on traffic and avoiding high fuel costs. However, …
Read Full ArticlePremises Liability Claim Filed Against Subway Franchise
Visitors to restaurants in Hawaii expect to have dining experiences that will not cause them harm. Business owners must provide safe premises and provide warnings if they are unable to keep the areas safe. The premises liability law allows victims of injuries suffered in these establishments to pursue recovery of damages suffered. In one such …
Read Full ArticleDrivers Know What to Do but Still Behave Badly
Have you ever passed a driver who was looking down at a cell phone? Have you watched anyone drive through an intersection after the light had turned red? Maybe you have been with friends who drove themselves home even after they had been drinking alcohol. Would you be willing to admit to these behaviors yourself? …
Read Full ArticleFatality Brings Deaths in Car Accidents in Hawaii to 30 for 2017
A victim of an auto-pedestrian accident recently succumbed to her injuries after fighting for a month to stay alive. This brought the number of fatalities in car accidents on Hawaii Island to 30 for this year. This accident occurred in Hilo on Sept. 21. According to an accident report, police received a call about the …
Read Full ArticleNo Pedestrians Died in Hawaii Car Accidents This Past Halloween
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Oct. 31 is one of the three days every year on which the most injuries and fatalities are reported in auto-pedestrian accidents. Fortunately, the island’s Department of Transportation reported that Halloween 2017 passed without any pedestrian fatalities or serious injuries caused by car accidents. Sadly, that is …
Read Full ArticleAuto Accidents Often Prompt Lengthy Investigations
When a motorist is involved in a motor vehicle collision in Hawaii, there may be more questions than answers about who or what may have caused a particular incident to occur. This is why many auto accidents often result in extensive police investigations. In fact, one such situation took place Waianae that still has traffic …
Read Full ArticleDon’t Let Car Crash Injuries That Ruin Your Day Ruin Your Life
Motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of serious injuries in the United States. In fact, more than 5.6 million automobile accidents reportedly occurred back in 2012. Of them, more than 30,000 were fatal, whereas 1.6 million led to injuries. Car crash injuries in Hawaii can differ from one crash to the next. However, some …
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