Your Rights After an ATV Tour Accident in Hawaiʻi
By Miyashita & O'Steen, LLLC
Exploring Hawaiʻi by all-terrain vehicle (ATV) can be an unforgettable experience. Each year, many visitors to Hawaiʻi sign up for guided ATV tours to explore rugged backcountry trails, scenic coastal landscapes, and lush valleys. These tours promise adventure and breathtaking views, but rarely advertise the risks of engaging in this type of activity. Unfortunately, ATV
When Is the State of Hawaiʻi Liable for Hiking Trail Injuries?
By Miyashita & O'Steen, LLLC
Hawaiʻi is home to some of the most breathtaking hiking trails in the United States. From rugged routes along the coast to lush rainforest paths, locals and tourists alike flock to the trails to experience our state’s incredible natural beauty. From trails at Diamond Head State Monument to Mānoa Falls Trail to Kalalau Trail, you
How Long Do You Have to File a Recreational Accident Claim in Hawaiʻi?
By Miyashita & O'Steen, LLLC
Hawaiʻi is perhaps one of the best places in the world to enjoy recreational activities like boating, jet skiing, hiking, horseback riding, and more. Yet all of these activities carry a certain risk, whether you’re a local or visiting Hawaiʻi on vacation. If you are hurt while doing a recreational activity, you may be able
Where Does Maritime Law Apply in Hawaiʻi?
By Miyashita & O'Steen, LLLC
In Hawaiʻi, boating is a way of life. Whether you are heading out on the water for fun, for a commercial charter, to go fishing, or to get between islands, the ocean plays a central role in both daily life and tourism across all Hawaiian islands. Unfortunately, boating accidents happen far more often than many
The Most Dangerous Recreational Activities in Hawaiʻi
By Miyashita & O'Steen, LLLC
Hawaiʻi is known throughout the world for its natural beauty, outdoor lifestyle, and year-round recreation. From surfing legendary waves to hiking volcanic terrain, the islands offer experiences that many people rarely get to enjoy. But Hawaiʻi’s rugged terrain and ocean conditions can make certain recreational activities more dangerous than many tourists (and even residents) realize.
Signing a Liability Waiver in Hawai‘i: Can You Still Sue for an Injury?
By Miyashita & O'Steen, LLLC
Whether you visit Hawai‘i or live here full-time, you have probably been tempted to engage in a recreational activity. From boating to biking to jet skiing, there are so many options for outdoor fun in Hawai‘i. Yet each of these activities also carries a certain amount of risk and typically requires you to sign a
Injured on Vacation in Hawai‘i? What Tourists Should Do Next
By Miyashita & O'Steen, LLLC
Hawai‘i has a well-deserved reputation as a tropical paradise. It is little wonder, then, that Hawai‘i is such a popular tourist destination. In 2024 alone, nearly 10 million people visited the Aloha State. While Hawai‘i is undeniably a great place to vacation, it also comes with certain risks. In addition to the types of incidents
