News: Pahoa man dies after motorcycle accident on Highway 137

KEKAHA, HI - Police said the driver involved in a fatal bicycle collision in Kekaha Sept. 22 has been arrested, according to The Garden Island.. Investigators learned that 62-year-old Connie Castaneda of Kekaha was driving a 2018 Toyota SUV east on ‘Elepaio Road at about 7 a.m. when she turned left onto Alae Road and struck a 91-year-old man riding a bicycle westbound. The bicycle rider, later identified as 91-year-old Bonifacio Ventura of Kekaha, died after being taken to Kaua‘i Veterans Memorial Hospital. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Police said Castaneda has been arrested on charges of first-degree negligent homicide and inattention to driving. The intersection of ‘Elepaio Road and Alae Road was closed for about two hours after the incident as part of the police investigation, which is ongoing. If a loved one recently died due to someone’s negligence, you have legal rights as a surviving family member. At Recovery Law Center, we understand the emotional and financial toll a sudden loss brings. Our compassionate Hawaii wrongful death lawyers handle the legal work so you can focus on healing. Our team fights for fair compensation to cover medical expenses, lost income, and the support your loved one provided. To learn more about our services, call (808) 427-3800 or reach out online to schedule a free consultation.

KAHULUI, HI - A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Kahului, the Maui Police Department reported. The fatal collision occurred Sept. 9 at about 9:43 p.m. on Kaahumanu Avenue, east of South Papa Avenue. A preliminary investigation revealed that the driver of a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox was traveling eastbound within the inner eastbound lane on Kaahumanu Avenue, approaching the intersection of South Wakea Avenue, when the vehicle struck a pedestrian. The pedestrian was walking northbound across Kaahumanu Avenue at the time, out of a marked crosswalk. She was pronounced dead at the scene and was later identified as 61-year-old Lynette Kealoha of Wailuku. The driver of the Equinox, a 70-year-old Wailuku man, was not injured. He was wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident. Investigators have yet to determine whether speed, drugs or alcohol were contributing factors. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident because of another party's negligence, turn to the Recovery Law Center to obtain the best possible outcome in your case. With more than two decades of experience and a long track record of successful verdicts and settlements, our trusted Hawaii pedestrian accident lawyers are the right choice to handle your situation. To schedule a free consultation, contact us online or give us a call at (808) 427-3088.

HONOLULU, HI - Paramedics were dispatched to an accident that injured a moped rider in Honolulu, KITV reported. The crash took place Wednesday night at the off-ramp from Kamehameha Highway to Nimitz Highway at about 11:43 p.m. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services said a man was riding a moped in that area when he was struck by a vehicle.  The moped rider, believed to be in his 20s, suffered several injuries.  He was rushed to an emergency room, where he was listed in serious condition. The moped rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the incident. If you have been the victim of a moped accident through no fault of you own, contact the Recovery Law Center today for a free consultation to learn more about your legal options. Our knowledgeable Honolulu moped accident attorney, Glenn Honda, is prepared to take on the burden of fighting for the compensation and justice you deserve, allowing you to focus on recovering from your injuries and getting back to your job, family, and life. To get started, call us at (808) 427-3088 or visit our contact page.