Personal Injury Statute of Limitations FAQ
If you have been involved in an accident in Hawaii, you only have two years from the date of the accident to file a claim for compensation. This time limit remains in place regardless of whether you were hurt in a car crash, pedestrian accident, slip and fall, or any other type of accident. Two …
Read MoreRecovery Law Center COVID-19 Update [Updated September 2020]
You Don’t Need to Leave the House to Meet with Our Lawyers. Concerned About Coronavirus? We all have a duty to keep ourselves, our families, our neighbors, and our communities safe right now. This means temporarily reshaping the way we live our lives to combat the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). At Recovery Law Center we are …
Read MoreCar Accidents and Health Insurance in Hawaii
Many Hawaii drivers understand that when they are injured in a car accident, some type of insurance will be available to help with their crash-related expenses. However, many motorists do not know who pays what — their auto insurer, or their health insurance company? A Honolulu car accident attorney at Recovery Law Center can explain …
Read MoreUpcoming Events in Honolulu
People travel from all over the world to visit the beautiful islands of Hawaii. For those of us who live here year-round, we enjoy experiencing all the events in Honolulu and beyond, especially around the holidays. Read more below to find out about some exciting events coming up on Oahu. Top Five “Can’t Miss” Events …
Read MoreDrunk Driving: Why Should You Pay for Someone Else’s Negligence?
Hawaii is no different from other states when it comes to highway dangers. Anything from inclement road conditions to someone driving at excessive speeds can place you at risk for injury if a collision occurs. Drunk drivers often plague the roadways in this state, as well, often causing serious injury to those unfortunate enough to …
Read MoreWoman Allegedly Injured in a Store Files Premises Liability Claim
For business and property owners, the best ways to prevent accidents from happening involve maintaining properties and removing potential hazards. Things such as poor lighting, unattended items left in aisles and slick floors are accidents waiting to happen that could cause injury to customers. According to premises liability laws in Hawaii, property and business owners may be held liable when hazardous conditions cause injuries to …
Read MoreHawaii Laws Are Specific Regarding Mopeds
In some ways, police treat mopeds the same as motorcycles: All mopeds in Hawaii must be registered, and you must either a driver’s license or motorcycle training. However, mopeds don’t require insurance and accidents are treated the same as bicycle accidents. Not harmless vehicles Mopeds may seem like harmless, souped-up bicycles, but the state Department of …
Read MoreFall at a McDonald’s Leads to Premises Liability Claim
Every year in Hawaii and the continental United States, thousands of people are injured in public places as a result of falls. Things such as wet floors, uneven ground, defective stairs or tools left lying on the ground can cause visitors to lose their footing and fall. Legally, it is the responsibility of property owners to eliminate …
Read MoreMoped Driving Laws You Might Not Know About
Driving a moped is a fun change from driving a car. Mopeds are smaller and more mobile than other motorized vehicles so it’s easy to see why people enjoy them. However, there are a few laws for mopeds that aren’t as well known. Be sure to take note of these rules from the state of Hawai’i …
Read MorePremises Liability $1M Suit Against McDonald’s Settled
Customers should not have to be concerned with personal safety when shopping or visiting stores and restaurants. Business and property owners in Hawaii should always welcome visitors with a safe environment. Premises liability laws in the state of Hawaii and across the country say that property and business owners are responsible for the safety and protection of all visitors lawfully on their property. However, things like tools or water …
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