What To Do If You Are Involved In A Fender Bender?
Fender benders, though minor, are auto accidents that can disrupt your day and leave you feeling confused and stressed. Knowing the proper steps to take immediately after such an incident can help manage the situation effectively and ensure your safety and that of others involved. If you or a loved one was injured in a …
Read MoreWhy Phones Are Still a Major Reason for Car Accidents in Hawaii
Despite advances in technology and stricter distracted driving laws, phones continue to be a significant factor in car accidents in Hawaii. Distracted driving transforms everyday driving into a potential disaster. When distracted drivers divert their attention to their cell phones for texting, making phone calls, or any other use, their focus shifts away from the …
Read MoreTeenage Driving Accidents in Hawaii
Teenage driving accidents in Hawaii harm young people, other victims and the economy. In fact, unintentional injury, including car accidents, is the leading cause of death for 15-19 year olds in Hawaii. There are several important issues when it comes to teenage car accidents in Hawaii: Risk factors that elevate the risk of car accidents …
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 MoreDid Recklessness Cause Your Car Accident?
Reckless driving is a dangerous and irresponsible practice. Sadly, it is also a common cause of car accidents in Hawaii. Reckless driving refers to any actions that neglect the safety of others, such as speeding, weaving rapidly from lane to lane, drag racing, and similar activities. Reckless drivers often cause serious and deadly crashes with …
Read MoreThe Long-Term Impact of a Car Accident
A severe car accident can leave victims with long-term physical, financial, and emotional consequences. When catastrophic injuries are life-changing, accident victims in Hawaii have several possible avenues for pursuing compensation. Below, the car accident lawyers at Recovery Law Center discuss the long-term effects of crashes and how they might impact your insurance claim. What are …
Read MoreHow to Cope with Emotional Trauma After a Car Accident
A car accident is one of the most traumatic events that a person can experience. After a crash, the main focus is always treating the victim’s physical injuries. That’s understandable — severe injuries need immediate treatment. Unfortunately, the attention given to bodily injuries often leads to neglect of emotional trauma, leaving individuals with little or …
Read MoreHydroplaning: What It Is and How to Avoid It
Have you ever felt your vehicle glide over a wet road like skating on water? That’s hydroplaning, a dangerous phenomenon where your tires lose contact with the road surface due to water flowing beneath them, making manual control challenging. To prevent hydroplaning, especially in rainy conditions, ensure your tires are right for the job, properly …
Read MoreCan You Get Drunk Off One Glass of Wine?
How many glasses of wine to get you drunk? “I only had one glass of wine,” she says as she gets behind the wheel of a car. Sometimes even one glass is too much. Surprisingly, the effects of alcohol start with the first glass, according to MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving). Until you know how …
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