Medical malpractice occurs when a medical provider fails to uphold the required duty of care to a patient and the patient suffers harm as a result of this lapse in care. When a patient is given negligent medical care, an injury or bad outcome often occurs. Either way, it is the patient that suffers physically, […]
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Hawaii Personal Injury Law: Insurance Basics
In Hawaii, state law requires that you insure your vehicle throughout the motor vehicle registration period. You must keep a valid Hawaii motor vehicle insurance ID card in your motor vehicle at all times. Failure to operate a vehicle with insurance may result in a ticket or a fine. You must not just have insurance […]
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When Cancer Is Misdiagnosed: What Are Your Options?
Diagnostic errors are common reasons for medical malpractice claims. Delayed diagnosis, misdiagnosis, and failure to diagnose cancer can result in life-threatening consequences for the patient. A cancer misdiagnosis is a serious form of medical negligence and medical error. If you believe your physician mishandled your diagnosis, contact a Hawaii cancer misdiagnosis attorney to discuss your […]
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Amputations and How They Impact Your Life After an Accident
Amputations are considered catastrophic injuries. Traumatic amputations occur when a body part is severed from the body because of an unexpected event, like, for example, a car accident. A surgical amputation occurs when a doctor removes a body part. An unexpected accident can also result in a surgical amputation. Amputations can be extremely debilitating for […]
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What Are the Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
Pedestrian accidents often have a terrible ending. Not only can a pedestrian sustain devastating injuries when hit by a vehicle or bike, but others involved can also be harmed. Both pedestrians and drivers have a duty of care that must be exercised at all times. This is to help ensure that everyone remains safe and […]
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Senators’ Bill to Allow Service Members to Sue for Malpractice
Medical malpractice claims give you the right to sue for a lapse in quality medical care that resulted in injury or illness. A lapse in quality medical care occurs when a medical provider fails to act in a way that other medical providers would have acted under similar circumstances. If a person suffers harm because […]
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Four Common Pedestrian Injuries
Pedestrians can suffer traumatic and life-threatening injuries in a traffic accident. Individuals hit by a vehicle have no protection from the impact. Unlike the driver of the vehicle, a pedestrian does not have a metal frame and airbags to prevent injuries in a collision. Therefore, most pedestrian accident claims involve substantial damages, including high medical […]
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How Much Is My Car Accident Claim Worth?
Have you been in a car accident in Hawaii? If so, you likely sustained physical injuries from the crash. You might also be entitled to compensation for your physical injuries. Is there a way to know how much your car accident claim is worth? Talking to a Hawaii car accident attorney is a great first […]
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