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Hawaii Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers

A Personal Injury Law Firm in Honolulu

If you or a loved one has been injured in a drunk driving accident in Hawaii, you have legal options. At the law firm of Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks, we represent people who are dealing with serious injuries following a DUI/DWI accident.

To schedule a free initial consultation in our Honolulu law office, contact us online or call 808.524.1433.

Seeking Compensation After a Drunk Driving Accident

An individual who is injured by a drunk driver can seek compensation to cover accident-related expenses:

  • Medical bills
  • Rehabilitative costs
  • Pain and suffering
  • Lost wages

The individual who was drinking and driving will likely be criminally prosecuted for DUI/DWI. In addition to compensatory damages, the accident victim may also be awarded punitive damages. This compensation is intended to punish the individual who was drinking and driving.

Dram Shop Laws

The individual who made the decision to drink and drive is ultimately responsible for his or her actions. However, if a liquor-serving establishment such as a bar, restaurant, or nightclub served alcohol to an obviously intoxicated individual, can they be held partially responsible?

Hawaii has dram shop laws, which can establish liquor-serving establishments liable for drunk driving accidents. Our law firm can help determine if a bar, restaurant, or hotel may be partially responsible for causing the car accident. If so, we can guide you in taking appropriate legal action.

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To schedule a free initial consultation to talk about your drunk driving accident, contact a personal injury attorney today.

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