Airline Negligence and Injuries During Flights
Hawaii is a prime tourist destination, and most visitors reach the islands by air. Inter-island air travel is also common for locals, military personnel, and tourists. Turbulence during flights can cause injuries, and those injured or their loved ones may wonder how to sue an airline for negligence. Recovery Law Center’s personal injury lawyers have …
Read MoreCan You Be Terminated While on Workers’ Comp in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, only under specific circumstances and a heavy burden of proof can an employer fire an injured employee on workers’ comp. Under most circumstances, employers must be willing to make necessary accommodations to hold an employee’s position and accept them back in the company. If you have questions about being terminated while on workers’ …
Read MoreWho Is Liable for a Parasailing Accident in Hawaii?
Parasailing is a wildly popular recreational activity throughout Hawaii that involves pulling leisure-seekers or thrill-seekers behind boats on parasail wings. Once someone is harnessed in, they’re connected to the boat via a towline and are left to their own devices — with very little to no control over the contraption they’re in. Generally, there is …
Read MoreT-Bone Accident Fault in Hawaii
T-bone accidents can be extremely serious. In fact, they account for 23% of all passenger car accident fatalities. (IIHS, Fatality Facts). In a T-bone accident, a vehicle occupant is struck from the side. The side of a vehicle typically doesn’t have the same structural protection as the front or back. In addition, T-bone accidents tend …
Read MoreCar Accidents With No Seatbelt in Hawaii
Hawaii understands the importance of wearing your seatbelt. Statewide, Hawaii has a 97.1% seatbelt use rate. That’s higher than the national average of 90.7%. In fact, Hawaii ranks first in the nation in seatbelt use. Seatbelts undoubtedly save lives. Still, a few Hawaii drivers are reluctant to use them. Will that affect their claim should …
Read MoreWho Is Liable for a Skydiving Accident in Hawaii?
Visitors to Hawaii take part in many recreational activities, including skydiving. Unfortunately, what’s meant to be a fun adventure can quickly result in injury if something goes wrong. If you or someone you know is harmed by a skydiving accident, you may wonder who is liable. Our Honolulu personal injury lawyers explain. Liability for Hawaii …
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