Car Accidents - Motor Vehicle - MVA

- If you have been injured in an auto accident in Hawaii, there is much to do right away. First, get the appropriate medical care. Second, it is very important that you save, preserve, document, photograph and video essential evidence for your case. An experienced investigator and a personal injury attorney can help. See, - Initial Steps after a Motor Vehicle Accident. Once things settle down a little bit, you will need to obtain and fill out a No Fault (Personal Injury Protection) benefits application form from the insurance company for the car in which you were riding (or the car that impacted you if you were a pedestrian or a bicyclist). No Fault (PIP) usually provides some intial medical coverage for injuries arising out of the use, maintenance or operation of a motor vehicle in Hawaii and it may also provide various other optional coverages (wage loss, substitute services, etc.)

- Do you wish to find out more about the various types of automobile insurance coverages which are available in Hawaii? These have been summarized for you at the following link:
- Common types of automobile insurance coverages in Hawaii

- In Hawaii all drivers are required by law to maintain minimum insurance coverages applicable to their vehicle. The minimums differ for depending upon the particular vehicle involved. The State of Hawaii has important requirements for automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, taxis, Uber/Lift drivers, commercial vehicles and others.

- The deadline for filing a lawsuit in court to make claims for injuries arising out of a motor vehicle accident is generally two years from the date of the accident - or two years from the date of the last no fault, worker's compensation or public assistance benefit payment related to the accident, if such payments are made. There are multiple exceptions to this basic rule which may shorten or lengthen the time deadline. You must file your claims in court prior to the expiration of this deadline, or your claims may be lost - regardless of their merit. Please act accordingly.

- In Hawaii at present you generally must have at least a certain amount in medical expenses- $5,000 (1/1/98 on) - before you can recover for pain, suffering, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, wage loss in excess of that paid by No Fault and various other losses caused by a motor vehicle accident. However, there are also a few other situations in which recovery for these additional losses may be possible. These situations include (1) accidents arising out of conduct for which punitive damages could be awarded, (2) accidents resulting in death, (3) accidents causing permanent loss of use of a part or function of the body, (4) accidents giving rise to permanent serious disfigurement which subject the victim to mental or emotional suffering, and a few other situations.

Auto Accident Lawyer Hawaii

- William H. Lawson and Amy L. Woodward, Personal Injury Lawyers in Hawaii, are experienced attorneys who have provided superior legal counsel in the State of Hawaii for their clients for over 35 years. Although our main office is in Honolulu, Hawaii, we have provided trial representation in court for clients on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island. Similarly, we have represented clients from many other states in the U.S. and from many other countries of the world and have handled their legal matters in the State of Hawaii. With an emphasis in personal injury law, we primarily handle cases involving auto accidents, products liability, maritime and admiralty, construction accidents, recreational injuries, premises liability and falls, wrongful death, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and car, truck, motorcycle, moped, pedestrian and other motor vehicle accidents. We handle claims against the state or federal government as well as claims against various types of insurance, including liability insurance, BI, uninsured motorist coverage, UM, underinsured motorist coverage, UIM, and other types of insurance. For excellent and highly qualified representation, please contact Hawaii personal injury attorneys, William H. Lawson and Amy L. Woodward now on their New Client Hotline at 808-524-5300 or on the regular office line at 808-528-2525. We handle most cases on a contingency fee - so there is NO FEE IF NO RECOVERY, in other words no charge for attorneys' fees in the event that the efforts to obtain a recovery are unsuccessful. Whether you are a local Kama'aina, a business visitor or a tourist, we have the right attorneys to help you. "Legal Help When You Need It Most"

Our office charges on a CONTINGENCY FEE basis in accident cases which we accept. There is NO CHARGE for an initial consultation to evaluate your case. E-mail us using the form below or call us at (808) 524-5300 or (808) 528-2525 if you have any more questions. Contact Personal Injury Lawyer Hawaii now for a free evaluation of your case.

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