News: Woman, 88, seriously injured when car overturns in Manoa

EWA BEACH, HI - A man has died from injuries suffered in a moped collision earlier this month in the Ewa Beach area, according to a release from the Honolulu Police Department. The incident took place Sept. 1 in the area of Fort Weaver Road and Renton Road at about 1 a.m. It was reported to the police department's Traffic Division that a 57-year-old man was riding a moped westbound on Renton Road when he disregarded the red traffic signal while turning left at the intersection of Fort Weaver Road. The moped was struck by a 29-year-old male motorist traveling southbound on Fort Weaver Road. The moped operator, who was not wearing a helmet, was ejected onto the roadway and taken to an area hospital in critical condition. On Sept. 28, the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office notified police that the man had been pronounced dead. The 29-year-old driver involved was not injured and remained at the scene. An initial investigation did not determine whether speed, drugs or alcohol were contributing factors in the crash. If you have been injured in a moped accident due to the negligence of another driver, the team at the Recovery Law Center can investigate the causes of your accident, identify all parties that may be responsible for your injuries, and document the losses you’ve suffered from your injuries. Our skilled Honolulu moped accident lawyers will be prepared to negotiate with the insurance companies and defense lawyers to try to get a fair settlement, and we’ll take your case to trial if necessary. Contact us today at (808) 427-3800 to schedule a free consultation to learn about your legal options.

LAHAINA, HI - A man was killed in a single-vehicle collision in Lahaina last week, the Maui Police Department reported. The fatal wreck occurred Sept. 23 on Honoapiilani Highway near the intersection with Kaanapali Parkway shortly after 1:30 a.m. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling southbound on Honoapiilani Highway in the inner lane at high speed when the driver lost control. The Silverado then went off the roadway, down an embankment, and crashed into a tree on the driver side of the vehicle. The driver, identified as 18-year-old Manuel Olivas of Lahaina, was pronounced dead at the scene. He was not wearing a seat belt at the time. Investigators believe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. It has not yet been determined whether drugs or alcohol were involved. At the Recovery Law Center, we understand that our clients are often overwhelmed with the physical and emotional aspects of being injured in an accident. That’s why our compassionate legal team takes the lead in resolving any and all issues related to your financial recovery. So if you have been injured in a crash through no fault of your own, our skilled Hawaii car accident lawyers will guide you through every phase of your case so that you receive the compensation you deserve. To arrange a free consultation, contact us online or call us at (808)427-3800.

PAHOA, HI - A man has died of injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident in Pahoa earlier this month, Hawai‘i Island police report. The victim of the Sept. 5 crash was identified as 53-year-old Joe McDonald of Pahoa. Police determined that McDonald was operating a 2004 Honda Shadow motorcycle traveling south on Highway 137 at about 1:48 p.m. when he lost control and veered off the roadway at around the 14-mile marker. McDonald, who was not wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and was critically injured. He was transported to the Hilo Benioff Medical Center before being medevacked to Queen’s Medical Center on Oahu, where he was pronounced dead Sept. 26. At this time, police believe that speed, alcohol, and/or drugs were contributing factors in the incident.   The East Hawaii Traffic Enforcement Unit is continuing the investigation. Have you been injured in a motorcycle crash due to another person's negligence? If so, do not hesitate to contact our skilled Hawaii motorcycle accident lawyer at the Recovery Law Center, Glenn Honda. He has been helping motorcycle accident victims in Hawaii for more than 20 years, and he is ready to put his experience to work on your case to obtain the maximum compensation available. Our consultations are 100% free, and we will not collect any attorney’s fees from you unless and until we secure compensation for you. Call us at (808) 427-3800 or visit our contact page to get started.