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Wrongful Death Settlements in Hawaii

If you have been involved in a wrongful death 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.

Wrongful Death Settlement Range in Hawaii

Nationally, wrongful death settlements range from $100,000 to $5,000,000. In Hawaii, settlement values are influenced by the state's fault rules, damage caps, and local jury tendencies.

Low

$100,000

Estimated

$500,000

High

$5.0M

How Hawaii Law Affects Your Wrongful Death 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 Wrongful Death Claims in Hawaii

  • ✓Decedent's age, income, and earning potential
  • ✓Number and financial dependency of surviving beneficiaries
  • ✓Circumstances and degree of negligence
  • ✓Decedent's pain and suffering prior to death
  • ✓Loss of consortium and companionship
  • ✓Funeral and burial expenses
  • ✓State wrongful death statute limitations

Common Wrongful Death Injuries

Fatal traumatic brain injuriesFatal spinal cord injuriesDeath from medical malpracticeFatal burns or smoke inhalationDeath from toxic substance exposureFatal internal injuriesDeath resulting from defective products

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)

Wrongful Death Claims in Hawaii Cities

If your wrongful death 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.

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This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.