Hawaii Personal Injury Lawyers

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What is negligence?
In its most simple definition, negligence means that someone was careless and as a result of being careless, someone else was injured. Negligence serves as the basis for a personal injury … more
What does the term "liable" mean?
The term liable generally means that a court has determined individual, company or some other entity caused, and is responsible for, another person's injury. When a defendant is found liable, … more
What does the term "reasonable person" mean?
A person has acted negligently if he or she has departed from the conduct expected of a reasonably prudent person acting under the same or similar circumstances. The hypothetical reasonable person … more

Settling a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Recovering damages for injuries sustained in a personal injury accident does not always require a jury verdict. Often, a victim will file a lawsuit and, with the assistance and counsel of a personal injury attorney, engage in settlement negotiations with the defendant that result in financial recoveries. Advantages to Settling a Personal Injury Lawsuit There are several advantages … more
What role does the insurance company play in a personal injury lawsuit?
When you are involved in an accident that results in injury to you, whether it be from a car accident or a slip and fall on another person’s property, your first step in making a claim for your injuries always starts with an insurance company. It is not uncommon for an insurance company to contact you rather quickly following an accident in which you were involved. If you … more