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HILO, HI -Two people were injured, one critically, when their vehicles collided in Hilo on Friday evening, according to Hawai‘i Island police. Police responded to the scene on Ponahawai Street between Komohana Street and Kapiolani Street at 8:37 p.m. Officers determined that a 2016 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck was traveling up (mauka) Ponahawai Street when the vehicle crossed the centerline and struck a 2013 Toyota Corolla four-door sedan traveling down (makai) Ponahawai Street. The Tacoma driver, a 77-year-old man, was transported to the Hilo Benioff Medical Center and was listed in critical condition. The Corolla driver, a 59-year-old woman, was taken to the same hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. At this time, police do not believe that speed, alcohol and/or drugs contributed to the crash. The East Hawaii Traffic Enforcement Unit responded to the scene and assisted in the investigation. If you have been injured in a car accident in which another driver was at fault, you may be entitled to significant compensation. A knowledgeable Hawaii car accident lawyer at Recovery Law Center can build a strong case on your behalf that will help you obtain the maximum amount of compensation to help with the expenses you are facing. To schedule a free consultation where we can review the details of your case, give us at a call at (808) 427-3088 or visit our contact page.

HONOLULU, HI - An accident disrupted traffic along a stretch of the H1 Freeway in Honolulu on Wednesday morning, the Hawaii Department of Transportation reported. In a post on X at 11:41 a.m., the DOT stated that first responders were at the scene on the H1 eastbound near the Queen Emma Street overpass. No details were immediately released regarding injuries. Three lanes of the freeway were blocked during the emergency response, with only the left lane of traffic getting by. Drivers were advised to avoid the area. Officials later released an update stating that the motor vehicle collision had been cleared and all lanes were reopened. At the Recovery Law Center, our knowledgeable Hawaii car accident attorneys have vast experience in representing victims of motor vehicle accidents caused by negligent drivers. We help our clients win their personal injury cases so they and their loved ones can get the compensation they deserve. So if you have been injured in a crash through no fault of your own, contact us online or call us at (808)427-3800 to schedule a free consultation where we can discuss your case in detail.

HONOLULU, HI - Police and emergency crews were dispatched to an accident in the Chinatown neighborhood of Honolulu on Sunday night, according to a KHON report. A vehicle crashed into a building in the area of North Hotel Street and Smith Street at about 9:45 p.m. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services treated two men in the vehicle at the scene and then took them to an area hospital. There was no immediate word on their conditions. Police said the driver was issued citations for Delinquent Vehicle Tax, No Certificate of Inspection and No Certificate of Registration in Vehicle. Hotel Street was shut down for about two hours between Smith Street and Nuuanu Avenue while the scene was being cleared and investigated. If you’ve been hurt in a motor vehicle crash, you may be facing significant physical and financial challenges. At Recovery Law Center, our experienced Hawaii car accident lawyers assist injured individuals across Hawaii in moving forward after a crash caused by someone else's negligence. Whether you’re facing growing medical bills or calls from the other driver’s insurance company, our legal team is here to help you achieve the best possible outcome. To arrange a free consultation, contact us online or call us at (808)427-3800.