Car Accident Settlements in Hawaii
If you have been involved in a car accident in Hawaii, understanding how the state's personal injury laws affect your claim is essential. Hawaii follows the modified comparative fault (50% bar) system, and you have 2 years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit.
Car Accident Settlement Range in Hawaii
Nationally, car accident settlements range from $5,000 to $100,000. In Hawaii, settlement values are influenced by the state's fault rules, damage caps, and local jury tendencies.
Low
$5,000
Estimated
$20,000
High
$100,000
How Hawaii Law Affects Your Car Accident Claim
Hawaii follows a modified comparative fault system with a 51% bar and has no statutory cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. The state's high cost of living and medical expenses often result in higher-than-average economic damages in personal injury settlements. Hawaii's tourism industry generates a significant number of premises liability and personal injury claims each year.
Under Hawaii's modified comparative fault (50% bar) system, your settlement may be affected if you share any responsibility for the accident. Your recovery will be reduced by your fault percentage, and you are barred from recovery if your fault reaches 50% or more.
Factors Affecting Car Accident Claims in Hawaii
- ✓Severity and permanence of injuries
- ✓Degree of fault and negligence
- ✓Insurance policy limits of all parties
- ✓Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- ✓Medical expenses (past and future)
- ✓Pain and suffering documentation
- ✓Property damage extent
Common Car Accident Injuries
Relevant Hawaii Statutes
- •Haw. Rev. Stat. § 657-7 (statute of limitations)
- •Haw. Rev. Stat. § 663-31 (comparative fault, 51% bar)
- •Haw. Rev. Stat. § 143-3 (dog bite liability)
Car Accident Claims in Hawaii Cities
If your car accident occurred in Honolulu, Pearl City, Hilo, Kailua, Waipahu, or anywhere else in Hawaii, the same state laws apply. Local court systems and jury pools can also influence settlement outcomes.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.