When you have been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, your first call should be to our law firm. We've obtained many large settlements for our clients who have been injured in motorcycle accidents in Hawaii. Motorcycle accidents tend to be very severe. You must have an experienced attorney on your side to ensure you receive the maximum compensation you deserve. From the moment we meet with you, we will go right to work by contacting the insurance companies involved and ensuring your rights are protected. 

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Although many Hawaii attorneys are only concerned with moving your case long before the statute of limitations expires in two years, we have a very different approach.  We will immediately begin ordering your medical records and bills when you tell us that you have completed your treatment.  As soon as the records and bills arrive, we prepare the settlement documents for the insurance company and work on getting your case settled.

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As experienced motorcycle injury lawyers, we understand that you have already suffered enough due to your injuries, so there shouldn't be any delay in getting you the compensation you deserve.  The sooner you receive compensation, the sooner you can move on.  

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If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Hawaii, you deserve to have a lawyer at your side who will aggressively pursue the compensation that you are entitled to for your pain, suffering, medical bills, wage loss, and any other damages as a result of the accident. 

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We pride ourselves on obtaining fast and fair compensation for our client's motorcycle accident injuries. However, if the insurance companies do not offer an amount that will completely compensate you for your injuries, we are always prepared to litigate your motorcycle accident case in court aggressively. 

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Although No-Fault insurance is not required for motorcycle insurance in Hawaii, we highly recommend purchasing the optional medical coverage.  No-fault insurance is required for all motor vehicles, such as cars and trucks; however, for some reason, the Hawaii State Legislature did not think it necessary to make No-Fault Insurance mandatory.  Suppose you've been injured in a motorcycle accident in Hawaii, and you don't have optional medical coverage. In that case, you'll need your medical bills paid by your health insurance.  Just keep in mind that once you receive a settlement for your injuries, your health insurance company may request to be reimbursed.  

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Hawaii law requires that your health insurance company pay at least $5,000 in medical bills before you can receive a settlement for your pain and suffering.  Motorcycle collisions commonly cause severe injuries, so it's rare that this $5,000 requirement is an issue.  

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We recommend that if you ride a motorcycle, you purchase underinsured motorist coverage.  Far too many drivers in Hawaii do not carry sufficient liability coverage.  If you're seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, you'll be entitled to a large settlement for your pain and suffering, medical bills, wage loss, etc.  If the person who injured you does not have adequate liability coverage, it will be very beneficial to have underinsured motorist coverage to make up the difference.  

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Remember that far too many drivers in Hawaii do not watch for motorcycles.  You can help avoid injury by driving the speed limit and being defensive.  Assume that the drivers of motor vehicles don't see you.  Although some drivers watch for motorcycles, it's better to be safe than sorry, assuming they aren't watching for you.  Although we'll help you get compensation for your injuries, we're sure that you would much rather not be injured in the first place.

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Please call us today for a free, no-pressure consultation.  We never charge lawyer fees until we get you compensation for your Honolulu motorcycle collision injuries.  Also, please check out our Hawaii auto accident law page for more info.

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If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Hawaii, you must get legal advice to ensure that you get the maximum compensation that you deserve.  Motorcycle accidents usually involve severe injuries, entitling you to a significant settlement.  Insurance companies do everything possible to keep the settlements as low as possible.  You need an experienced Hawaii motorcycle accident lawyer to protect your rights.

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The primary difference between Hawaii motorcycle accidents and other vehicle accidents is that no-fault insurance is not required for motorcycle insurance policies.  It is optional coverage if you have motorcycle insurance.  No-fault insurance is required for all other auto insurance policies in Hawaii. It's optional if you insure a motorcycle; therefore, most people in Hawaii do not purchase this coverage. 

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If you don't have No-Fault Insurance coverage on your motorcycle insurance policy, your private health insurance must pay the medical bills.  The catch is that most private health insurance companies will want to be reimbursed when you settle your case.  This can be a large part of your settlement proceeds.  Our clients with no-fault insurance coverage end up with $10,000 more when they settle because their no-fault insurance pays the first $10,000 in medical bills instead of private health insurance.

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Suppose you haven't been in an accident and you have a motorcycle. In that case, we encourage you to add No-Fault Insurance, or Personal Injury Protection, to your Hawaii insurance coverage.  If you have this coverage, you will most likely have $10,000 more in your pocket from the settlement proceeds if you are injured in an accident in Honolulu or throughout Hawaii. 

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If you have already been injured in a motorcycle collision in Honolulu and you didn't have Personal Injury Protection coverage, don't worry. There is nothing you can do about it now. The best thing you can do now is hire a knowledgeable Hawaii personal injury lawyer to help you through the process and ensure you get the maximum settlement you deserve for your injuries.  

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The best advice we can give you involves what you should do before you're involved in an accident.  You should add No-Fault Insurance to your Hawaii motorcycle insurance coverage.  This insurance is also known as Personal Injury Protection (PIP).  In Hawaii, all auto insurance policies must include PIP coverage; however, it is not required for motorcycle insurance.  This coverage is optional; you can choose whether to add it to your policy.  It is inexpensive and could save much money if many people in the area are involved and the individual pays the first $10,000 in medical bills.  It covers all types of medical treatment.  It covers hospital and doctor bills and pays for physical therapy, massage therapy, chiropractic treatment, etc.… You may think medical bills are not a problem because you have personal health insurance.  Yes, your health insurance will indeed pay most of your bills; however, many people don't know that when you get a settlement for your Honolulu motorcycle accident injuries, you will have to pay back your health insurance company for the bills they paid.  

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Here's an example of why Personal Injury Protection coverage could save you money:  If you settle your case for $40,000 and have $10,000 in PIP coverage, you would keep the entire $40,000.  For those people in Hawaii who don't have PIP coverage, if they settle their case for $40,000 and their health insurance pays the $10,000 in medical bills, the injured person will have to pay back the $10,000 to their health insurance company.  This results in the injured person receiving only $30,000 of the settlement money instead of the $40,000 they would have received without the No-Fault Insurance coverage.  

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Not only can you end up with up to $10,000 more of your settlement money, but you will also be able to obtain different types of treatment that your personal health insurance may not cover.  For example, most health insurance policies don't pay for massage, chiropractic, or even acupuncture treatment.  It can even be challenging to get authorization to get physical therapy treatment.  

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Once you have been in a motorcycle accident in Honolulu or throughout Hawaii, it is too late to add Personal Injury Protection coverage if you do not already have it.  All you can do at that point is do the best you can to get the best settlement possible.  The first thing to do to ensure you get a reasonable settlement for your injuries is to hire a lawyer.  You should not wait until you have serious legal questions about your case.  You should hire an accident attorney before you even call the insurance company.  This will be the best way to help ensure you get the best possible settlement for your motorcycle accident injuries.  

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Next, you should follow your lawyer's advice.  He will most likely advise you to get as much treatment as possible.  Your medical records are the evidence in your case.  From an insurance adjustor's point of view, you aren't injured unless you have medical records to prove your injuries.  So, get as much treatment as possible and go to a doctor specializing in auto accident injuries.