Honolulu residents and tourists may enjoy getting out for a bike ride. As a driver, however, what can you do to minimize the chance of a crash with a cyclist? Unfortunately, vehicle collisions with bikes continue to rise. With so many people taking to the road, you...
Personal Injury
Drowning prevention guidelines for tourists
Drowning is the fifth most common cause of fatal injuries in Hawaii, according to data from the Department of Health. About 83 people die from drowning every year in Hawaii and non-residents account for 53% of drowning victims. These guidelines can help you stay safe...
Explore alternative dispute resolution for personal injury
When you experience an injury caused by negligence, you can seek legal compensation for your damages. This does not necessarily mean you have to go to court, however. Review the alternative dispute resolution (ADR) options to consider after a personal injury in...
5 most common types of personal injury cases suffered in Hawaii
Visitors and well as locals often regard Hawaii as a paradise. However, the islands afford perils to locals and tourists alike that can sometimes result in serious personal injury. There are not really any personal injuries entirely unique to Hawaii. However, there...
Tips for staying safe when visiting Hawaii
Visiting the beautiful islands of Hawaii is often a dream come true for many travelers, but vacation is not a time for people to let their guard down. In fact, vacationers are often more susceptible to injuries because they are not familiar with the area and may be...
Review these scuba safety tips before your next vacation
One of the most exciting aspects of travel is the chance to try new activities. For example, scuba diving is a favorite among visitors to Hawaii thanks to our wealth of exotic aquatic plant and animal species. If you have plans to learn to scuba while on holiday,...
When heuristics cause harm
The doctors and surgeons working in Honolulu often get a great deal of respect from their patients. In many cases, they have earned that respect, having worked hard to acquire the knowledge and the skills needed to provide exceptional care. Yet a closer look at how...
Why avoiding trial could be the best strategy in Hawaii
Going to trial is always a lengthy and expensive process, no matter what the case at hand is. With bigger cases, especially in the areas of medical malpractice or personal injury, many people believe that taking their case to trial and fighting the hard fight will...
Don’t fight a rip current: Try to go with the flow
Most people who get trapped in a rip current have something going for them: They probably already know how to swim. To get far enough out into the ocean to have a rip current overtake you, it's usually necessary to be a swimmer -- otherwise, you never should have...
How do I prove loss of consortium?
Maybe your spouse is suffering in the hospital after a serious car crash. Maybe your spouse is at home and permanently disabled after a catastrophic slip-and-fall event. Regardless of the situations, if your spouse was seriously hurt in an accident due to no fault of...
