When consumers in Hawaii are injured or killed through normal use of purchased products, civil lawsuits against those believed responsible are often commenced. Approximately three years ago, Fiat Chrysler issued a recall on more than a million Jeeps. The vehicles were...
PROTECTING THE LEGAL INTERESTS OF INJURED HAWAII RESIDENTS AND VISITORS SINCE 1973
Month: February 2016
Parents of medical school graduate sue re fatal medical error
The family of a 26-year-old medical school graduate had just celebrated the young doctor's recent accomplishments when a tragedy occurred that has led her parents to file a lawsuit against a medical center in a state outside Hawaii. Their claim states that a fatal...
Speed and drugs factor in many fatal car accidents in Hawaii
Motor vehicle collisions that result in serious injuries or death are tragic and often devastating for the families of those involved. Driving at excessive speeds and drug use are among the most common leading factors in fatal car accidents in Hawaii and throughout...
Adoptive parents say child’s personal injury caused by negligence
Adoptive parents in a state outside Hawaii recently filed a legal claim on behalf of their 3-year-old son. They seek a monetary judgment against several members of hospital staff, alleging that they are responsible for their child's personal injury. The situation...
Man and his wife claim medical negligence against municipality
A recent claim was filed against a municipality, alleging that a man received substandard and inadequate care while being held in a county jail. The man's wife has joined in the claim against a sheriff, several deputies and various medical personnel. The negligence...
Reckless drivers continue to cause accidents on Hawaii roads
All motorists are obligated to adhere to traffic regulations and conduct themselves with caution while driving. Reckless drivers in Hawaii and elsewhere continue to plague roadways, placing all who travel at risk. Often, careless behavior behind the wheel of a motor...
Defective products may be among shelf items in Hawaii stores
When a manufacturer or sales distributor knowingly places products into the hands of consumers that contain inherent risks in using them or are defective in some way, they may be financially responsible when consumers suffer adverse effects from normal usage of such...
Seeking justice against reckless drivers in Hawaii
Learning that a loved one has been killed in a car accident is certainly one of the most tragic events that an individual can experience in life. Reckless drivers are responsible for many such deaths in Hawaii and throughout the nation. It is understandable that...