Accomplished Honolulu-Area Auto, Truck, and Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

In Honolulu and throughout Hawaii, auto accident, truck accident, and motorcycle accident tragedies are increasingly common. The lawyers at Leavitt Yamane & Soldner can help you and your loved ones if you have been affected by a motor vehicle accident. Given the complex and emotionally draining nature of auto accidents, you need our skilled and experienced attorneys to sort through the legal issues and achieve a complete settlement for your case. If you have additional questions, please contact our Honolulu auto accident lawyers today.

• Why do I need an auto accident lawyer?
• What should I do if I’m in an accident?
• How is my insurance claim filed?
• What kind of compensation do I qualify for?
• How much will it cost to hire an auto accident attorney?
• How does the court determine who is at fault for the accident?
• What if I was in a drunk driving accident?
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Why do I need an auto accident lawyer?

Hiring an attorney is crucial to making sure your rights are upheld after an accident in Honolulu or elsewhere in Hawaii. After an auto, truck, or motorcycle accident, having a team of skilled lawyers is essential to your case’s successful litigation. Your attorney will strive to prove the other party’s fault for the accident, hold the defendant’s insurance company responsible, keep you from paying unnecessary damages to the defendant, and obtain fair compensation.

What should I do if I’m in an accident?

If you are in an auto, truck, or motorcycle accident, do not apologize at the scene or discuss the incident with anyone except your attorney, insurance company, and the police, since this may affect your liability later in the case. Seek medical help and call the police so that there is legal documentation of the accident, and be sure to request a copy of the police report. If possible, exchange contact and insurance information with other drivers and witnesses. You will also need a property damage evaluation from your insurance company.

How is my insurance claim filed?

You should report the accident to your insurance company immediately to begin filing your claim. To assess the insurance company’s liability, a claims adjuster will examine your policy and coverage, as well as investigate reports from witnesses, police, and the medical examiner. The adjuster can deny your claim or make a settlement offer. You can accept this settlement offer, preempt it with your own, or negotiate a higher settlement. Since insurance companies’ settlement offers are generally low, our auto, motorcycle, and truck accident lawyers are skilled at negotiating satisfactory settlements.

What kind of compensation do I qualify for?

Auto accident victims can receive compensation for medical expenses related to the accident, lost wages and earning capacity, vehicular repair, pain and suffering, and possible punitive damages. In Hawaii, no-fault liability insurance covers damages for each respective policyholder regardless of who was at fault for the accident. Therefore, it is important that you contact our Honolulu-based truck, motorcycle, and auto accident lawyers to determine how the law applies to your case.

How much will it cost to hire an auto accident attorney?

Hiring an attorney increases your chances of winning a larger settlement. The auto accident lawyers at Leavitt Yamane & Soldner are paid on a contingency basis, collecting a small percentage of your settlement only after your case is complete.

How does the court determine who is at fault for the accident?

Determining who was at fault, to what degree, and what each party will pay in damages depends on the circumstances of the accident and on state law. In order to bear responsibility for injury in an auto, truck, or motorcycle accident, you must be the proximate cause of the injury, with no intervening cause changing the natural flow of events resulting from your action. Factors such as the other driver’s negligence, road and weather conditions, and auto manufacturing defects can come into play in determining fault.

Often, in cases of comparative negligence, responsibility for the accident is split between the parties involved. For example, if it’s determined that you were 60 percent responsible for driving too fast in fog, while the other party was 40 percent responsible for not using headlights, you would only pay 60 percent of the damages.

What if I was in a drunk driving accident?

In drunk driving accidents, both the accident victim and the drunk driver have legal rights, making determination of fault a complex process. Meanwhile, state and national laws harshly punish driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Our experienced auto accident lawyers can represent you during litigation to advocate your rights.

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If you or a loved one in the Honolulu-area or elsewhere in Hawaii is facing an auto, truck, or motorcycle accident, the lawyers at Leavitt Yamane & Soldner can answer any questions you may have. Please contact our practice today to schedule a case review.

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