Can You Be Terminated While on Workers’ Comp in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, only under specific circumstances and a heavy burden of proof can an employer fire an injured employee on workers’ comp. Under most circumstances, employers must be willing to make necessary accommodations to hold an employee’s position and accept them back in the company. If you have questions about being terminated while on workers’ …
Read MoreWho Is Liable for a Parasailing Accident in Hawaii?
Parasailing is a wildly popular recreational activity throughout Hawaii that involves pulling leisure-seekers or thrill-seekers behind boats on parasail wings. Once someone is harnessed in, they’re connected to the boat via a towline and are left to their own devices — with very little to no control over the contraption they’re in. Generally, there is …
Read MoreT-Bone Accident Fault in Hawaii
T-bone accidents can be extremely serious. In fact, they account for 23% of all passenger car accident fatalities. (IIHS, Fatality Facts). In a T-bone accident, a vehicle occupant is struck from the side. The side of a vehicle typically doesn’t have the same structural protection as the front or back. In addition, T-bone accidents tend …
Read MoreCar Accidents With No Seatbelt in Hawaii
Hawaii understands the importance of wearing your seatbelt. Statewide, Hawaii has a 97.1% seatbelt use rate. That’s higher than the national average of 90.7%. In fact, Hawaii ranks first in the nation in seatbelt use. Seatbelts undoubtedly save lives. Still, a few Hawaii drivers are reluctant to use them. Will that affect their claim should …
Read MoreWho Is Liable for a Skydiving Accident in Hawaii?
Visitors to Hawaii take part in many recreational activities, including skydiving. Unfortunately, what’s meant to be a fun adventure can quickly result in injury if something goes wrong. If you or someone you know is harmed by a skydiving accident, you may wonder who is liable. Our Honolulu personal injury lawyers explain. Liability for Hawaii …
Read MoreAttorney Glenn T. Honda Featured in Game Changers Journal
Recovery Law Center founding attorney Glenn T. Honda was recently profiled as a featured client in Crisp’s Game Changers Journal. Crisp, a company specializing in law firm growth and culture, highlighted Honda’s steadfast commitment to clients as a standout part of his Honolulu personal injury practice. “What is it that has kept Glenn on top …
Read MoreInjured on Vacation? This is What You Need to Do
When vacationing in Hawaii, the last thing you want to deal with is an unexpected injury. Unfortunately, life does not always cooperate with our wishes, and accidents don’t take time off. Getting hurt in an unfamiliar place can be particularly unsettling. But learning whether you have a legal right to compensation can be an empowering …
Read MoreHawaii’s Electric Scooter Law Explained
A recent law passed by the Hawaii state legislature expands the use of e-scooters in the Aloha State. Some Honolulu residents consider e-scooters an annoyance. Others see them as safety hazards. But other decision-makers, including the state government, recognize a need for alternative transportation options. We should all expect to see more e-scooters on the …
Read MoreNew Raised Crosswalks in Hawaii
Pedestrian accidents are a disturbing public safety problem in Hawaii. In a recent year, the state reported 37 pedestrian deaths and had the sixth-worst pedestrian fatality rate in the country. Just a year prior, Hawaii recorded 44 pedestrian deaths. In response to this crisis, the Hawaii Department of Transportation recently announced a series of construction projects designed to protect pedestrians and …
Read MoreCrosswalk Safety Is Crucial in Preventing Pedestrian Accidents
Crosswalks are designed to help pedestrians move safely and predictably across busy intersections. A marked crosswalk alerts drivers that pedestrians may be crossing and directs pedestrians to safe crossing locations. While crosswalks make Hawaii streets safer, they only work if drivers and pedestrians exercise adequate crosswalk safety. Hawaii Crosswalk Laws Hawaii has several laws governing …
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