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A traumatic brain injury is mild to severe damage to brain function. A TBI can lead to long-term effects such as memory impairment, mood swings and loss of coordination.A TBI does not have to come from a traumatic event, such as war or gun violence. It can...
The increase in pedestrian deaths in Hawaii prompted Governor David Ige to sign a new law that lawmakers hope will prevent some of these deaths in the future, particularly at intersections. Most of us have seen intersection crosswalks with countdown timers that show...
Dog owners often view their dogs as members of the family and love them unconditionally. However, even the most mild-mannered dog can bite or attack a person, causing serious injury.Under Hawaiian law, the owner of the dog will be strictly liable for any injuries...
Many car, truck and aviation accidents are caused by negligence. Earlier this year, 11 people were killed in a Hawaii skydiving plane accident and a recent report shows that the company operating the plane did not have the necessary permits for skydiving. Reports show...
Accidents happen every day in Hawaii, and the victims of these accidents suffer significant physical and emotional injuries. The recovery process can be extremely difficult, and only made worse by the medical bills piling up on the kitchen counter. With many personal...
Whether you travel frequently or have been planning the trip of a lifetime for a while, you want to get the most out of your vacation. Still, if you sustain a serious injury on vacation, your life may never be the same again. As you likely know, there are a few steps...
Many Hawaiians and visitors to Hawaii are adventurous people. Hawaii offers many ways to enjoy the outdoors including surfing, climbing, hiking and aerial pursuits such as skydiving. Although skydiving has inherent risks, the owners of skydiving companies should be...
An alluring attraction of Hawaii is the proximity to water. As an island, people want to visit the state to take part in water-based activities and go to the beach. For those who live and work in the state, many jobs require duties on the water. Although this too is...
It is important for Hawaii residents to keep an eye on traffic when they are crossing the street. Even when they are following all the rules, walking in the crosswalk and being cautious, accidents can happen. Drivers who are distracted, are under the influence, are...
A tragic airplane crash in Hawaii has sparked calls for better safety regulations in the aviation industry. Eleven people were killed northwest of Honolulu when a twin engine turboprop plane taking passengers on a skydiving trip crashed shortly after takeoff. It was...