Honolulu Car Accident Lawyer

Car Accidents can be incredibly detrimental to you and your family. You do, however, have rights after an accident and may be eligible to file a claim for compensation. It is important you work quickly to protect your rights and get the compensation you deserve. Honolulu car accident lawyer Dan and his Hawaii-based team can help.

What To Do After A Car Accident

As soon as possible after a car accident, you should:

• Take down the contact information of the involved parties and witnesses

• Report the accident to the police but do not admit guilt

• Seek medical attention, even if you are not in pain or do not think you have been seriously injured

• Take pictures of the scene of the crash when it is safe to do so

• Document and take pictures of your injuries

• Document how the accident has affected your everyday life

• Keep a record of lost income, including time off work, a change in duties, or a loss of your job

• Keep receipts of related expenses, including hospital bills and any repairs to your vehicle

• Contact a Car Accident lawyer for a free, no-obligation claim review

Is Hawaii A No-fault State?

Do not assume that you were at fault. Many factors are involved when determining fault, and there may be circumstances involved that you are not aware of.

Elements of fault include:

• Traffic laws

• Defective vehicles

• Defective or faulty traffic signals or signage

• Driver impairment

If you receive a ticket that does not mean you are at fault. Always talk to a lawyer before paying any fines or pleading guilty. You could hurt your case by doing this or open the opportunity for the other driver to sue you.

Hawaii Car Insurance Laws

Insurance companies will often try to play on your emotions and offer a quick settlement. They do this in an attempt to pay an amount less than you are entitled to. Call Dan Attorney at Law and speak with an experienced lawyer before accepting any kind of offer. If you accept the offer you give up your right to pursue the matter further.

Insurance companies may also try to get your medical records. Never turn this information over without speaking to a lawyer first. Remember that just because they ask for something does not necessarily mean you have to comply. In some cases, you will be required to provide medical records, but giving over too much information can hurt your case.

Sadly, the other driver may not have been insured. If your policy includes “uninsured motorist coverage” then your insurance will cover your injuries if the other driver was at fault. Collision coverage will cover damage to your vehicle no matter who was at fault. If the other driver has no insurance and you have no applicable uninsured motorist coverage you can try to sue them, but even if you win you may never get paid.

It is absolutely worth hiring an experienced lawyer to help get you the settlement you deserve. When should you contact a lawyer after a car accident? As soon as possible If you or a loved one has been in a car accident in Honolulu or anywhere in Hawaii, call Lawyer Dan.

Schedule your free case evaluation and consultation today. Get an experienced Hawaii car accident lawyer on your side!