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Read More January 16, 2019Pedestrian Death Read More January 8, 2019I Got Hurt On The Job, Can I Sue My Employer? Read More December 18, 2018What’s Wrong With This Picture? Read More November 15, 2018Crosswalk Safety: Does the City & County of Honolulu Care? Read More August 29, 2018Distracted? Top 10 causes of car accidents Read More August 29, 2018Facts and Figures About Brain Injuries Read More August 29, 2018Brain Injury Support Resources Read More August 29, 2018Spine Injury & Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Center Read More August 17, 2018What Should I Do After a Car Accident Read More August 8, 2018Recreational Boating Accidents – Causes & Safety Tips Read More July 13, 2018Swimming Pool Safety Tips Read More June 25, 2018Steps to accident-proof your home this summer Read More June 13, 2018Tips to enjoy safe backyard barbecues this summer Read More May 22, 2018Volcanic Activity in Hawaii – Safe Driving Tips Read More May 10, 2018Who is liable for a commercial truck accident? Read More May 2, 2018Motorcyclist Critically Injured in Accident with Officer Awarded $3 Million Read More May 1, 2018We Urge for No More DUI Crashes on the Leeward Coast Read More April 17, 2018How Can I Avoid a Car Accident? Read More April 5, 2018Classifications of Burn Injuries Read More March 21, 20183 Common Types of Catastrophic Injuries Read More March 12, 2018Compensatory vs. Punitive Damages Read More February 26, 2018Is It Safe to Use Hands-Free Texting While I Drive? Read More February 15, 2018Tips for Staying Safe as a Pedestrian Read More January 18, 2018Should I see a doctor after an accident? Read More January 3, 2018What is hydroplaning & how do I avoid it? Read More December 29, 2017Posted By Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner 29-Dec-2017 Important Information for Victims of Bungee Jumping Accidents in Hawaii Read More December 12, 2017What are PIP benefits & how do they work? Read More November 22, 2017If I was injured on vacation, can I hire a local island lawyer? Read More November 15, 2017Stay off social media during your injury claim: Here’s why Read More November 7, 2017The top 12 most dangerous intersections in Hawaii Read More November 7, 2017What Do You Do If You Are Injured in an Accident While Visiting Hawaii? Read More October 30, 2017Auto Accident Checklist: What to do Read More October 16, 2017Hawaii Car Accident Statistics Read More October 6, 2017Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner Named to the 10 Best Personal Injury Law Firm for 2017-2018 By AIOPIA Read More September 20, 2017Attorney Aaron Creps selected to the national trial lawyers: Top 100 list Read More August 22, 2017Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner are presenting sponsors of Walk Like MADD Read More August 21, 2017Aaron Creps recognized by the best lawyers in America Read More August 18, 2017Can I sue a cruise line for an injury? Read More August 4, 2017Can I sue a lifeguard in Hawaii? Read More July 28, 201710 Common Recreational Vacation Injuries & How to Avoid Them Read More July 26, 2017Why should I accident-proof my home before guests come to visit? Read More July 21, 2017Who is responsible for helicopter accidents? Read More July 20, 2017How Can I Stay Safe in Dangerous Intersections? Read More July 10, 2017Attorney Aaron Creps Named to 2017 Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Read More July 6, 2017Should I say “sorry” after an accident? Read More June 23, 2017My car insurance agent said I had “full coverage.” Is my family protected? Read More June 23, 2017What can lawyers do to help someone with a spinal cord injury? Read More June 23, 2017If someone is seriously injured what does Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner do first? Read More June 14, 2017What do I do if my child is injured on another person’s property? Read More June 13, 2017What motivates Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner? Read More May 25, 2017Lawyer Aaron Creps accepted into multi-million dollar advocates forum® Read More April 26, 2017Alec was severely injured on the job Read More April 25, 2017Kenny was badly injured as a pedestrian Read More April 24, 2017Leighton was injured on a moped Read More April 23, 2017Julia talks about her husband’s injuries Read More April 22, 2017Shawna reflects on her life and recovery Read More April 22, 2017A car didn’t see Sheldon on his moped Read More April 20, 2017Vanessa shares her story Read More April 19, 2017Eric talks about his car wreck Read More April 18, 2017Paula talks about injuries on a boat Read More April 17, 2017Darren talks about his accident Read More April 16, 2017Ku’uipo remembers their car accident Read More April 15, 2017Terrence talks about uninsured motorist coverage Read More April 14, 2017James talks about his challenges Read More April 13, 2017Brenda tells her story Read More April 12, 2017Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner clients describe their experiences at the firm Read More April 12, 2017Ricky talks about his car accident Read More April 11, 2017Ron McKee tells his story Read More April 10, 2017Laleinia Read More April 9, 2017Gary & Steven Wong Read More April 8, 2017Michelle Read More April 7, 2017Leavitt Yamane & Soldner presents on how to help our teens driver safer this summer Read More April 7, 2017Nelson Makua Read More April 6, 2017Leslie Read More April 6, 2017Wrongful Death and Compensation Read More April 5, 2017Council approved $900K settlement for family of trash truck victim Read More April 5, 2017Shason Read More April 5, 2017Locals Reluctance to Sue Read More April 4, 2017Elsa Read More April 4, 2017Woody Talks about Mike Read More April 3, 2017John & Bill Read More April 3, 2017Various Pedestrian Zones Read More April 2, 2017Shawna Read More April 2, 2017Over the Years Read More April 1, 2017Jim – Two Parts to an Accident Case Read More March 31, 2017What Causes a Case to Settle? Read More March 30, 2017Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner Advises Reporting Drunk Drivers Read More March 29, 2017Strict Product Liability Read More March 28, 2017What to Do After an Accident Read More March 27, 2017Remember the Mcdonald’s coffee case? No, you don’t! Read More March 26, 2017Wrongful Death and Loss Law Read More March 25, 2017No Fault Read More March 24, 2017Woody- Spinal Injury Read More March 23, 2017Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner Helps Victims of Accidents Read More March 22, 2017Pedestrians vs. Insurance Companies Read More March 21, 2017Woody- Investing in a Case Read More March 20, 2017John Explains Stacked Coverage Read More March 19, 2017Importance of Early Involvement Read More March 18, 2017Jim – Our Firm Handles Big Cases Read More March 17, 2017John Explains Social Host Read More March 16, 2017Aaron – What’s a Tort Claim? Read More March 15, 2017Woody- Premises Liability Read More March 14, 2017Mike- Varying Brain Injuries Read More March 13, 2017The Legal Consequences of Drunk Driving Read More March 11, 2017Locals Don’t Like Lawsuits Read More March 10, 2017Marked and Unmarked Crosswalks Read More March 9, 2017Value of Teamwork Read More March 8, 2017How are DUI Cases Different Read More March 7, 2017John Explains Insurance Coverage Read More March 5, 2017Aaron- DUI Cases on Outer Islands Read More March 4, 2017John Explains Dram Shop Law Read More March 3, 2017Jim’s Team of Lawyers Read More March 2, 2017Long Term Care for the Seriously Injured Read More March 1, 2017Dangerous Driving Read More February 28, 2017Attorney Mike Cruise named to the best lawyers in Hawaii by Honolulu Magazine Read More February 28, 2017Wrongful Death Read More February 27, 2017Identifying a brain injury Read More February 26, 2017Call a Lawyer Right Away Read More February 25, 2017Woody- The Hawaii Legal System Read More February 24, 2017John – Explains Drunk Driving Cases Read More February 23, 2017Leavitt, Yamane, & Soldner files wrongful death suit for family of pedestrian killed by tour bus Read More February 23, 2017Insurance Companies aren’t on your side Read More February 22, 2017Mike – Premises Liability Read More February 21, 2017How long will a settlement take? Read More February 21, 2017Lawsuit filed over University of Hawaii lab explosion Read More February 21, 2017Are New Cars Safer? Read More February 20, 2017Woody- Every Case Prepared for Trial Read More February 19, 2017John Explains Coverage Amounts Read More February 18, 2017Do I need a lawyer? Read More February 17, 2017Helping Injured Workers Read More February 16, 2017Are Accidents Increasing? Read More February 15, 2017Distracted Driving Read More February 14, 2017What if my injuries present themselves long after an accident? Read More February 14, 2017Don’t settle without Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner Read More February 13, 2017Drive Carefully- Leavitt, yamane, & Soldner Read More February 12, 2017Mike- Care for the Brain Injured Read More February 11, 2017Accidents with Big Vehicles Read More February 10, 2017Hawaii occupational safety and health department investigating fatal construction accident Read More February 10, 2017Distracted Driving Increases Read More February 9, 2017Drunk driving affects everyone Read More February 8, 2017Compensation over the years Read More February 8, 2017Studying head injury data from high school footballers in Hawaii Read More February 7, 2017Mike- Brain Injuries Read More February 6, 2017Aaron’s Free Time Read More February 4, 2017Call Leavitt, Yamane and Soldner right away Read More February 3, 2017James Leavitt’s Background Read More February 1, 2017Why Aaron Creps became a personal injury lawyer Read More January 31, 2017Why Mike Cruise became a personal injury lawyer Read More January 30, 2017Directions to Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner Read More January 25, 2017Can trucking companies be held accountable for an accident? Read More January 15, 2017How long has Leavitt, Yamane and Soldner been helping injured people with their legal claims? Read More January 14, 2017What if an injured person or their family doesn’t have money to pay a lawyer? Read More January 13, 2017Why do pedestrians have the right of way in a crosswalk? Read More January 12, 2017The driver rear-ended me. Why is it such a hassle to get fair compensation? Read More January 11, 2017What can be done when someone is seriously injured at a construction site? Read More January 10, 2017Don’t insurance companies just want to settle injury cases? Read More January 9, 2017Why should someone choose Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner for their serious injury claim? Read More January 8, 2017Why don’t you use the word “accident”? Read More January 7, 2017Why does Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner refuse to represent insurance companies? Read More January 6, 2017I was injured by someone texting and driving. Do I need a lawyer to handle my claim? Read More January 5, 2017Why are so many Honolulu pedestrians injured in crosswalks? Read More January 4, 2017If someone is seriously injured what does Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner do first? Read More January 3, 2017What can lawyers do to help someone with a spinal cord injury? Read More January 2, 2017My car insurance agent said I had “full coverage.” Is my family protected? Read More January 1, 2017What motivates Leavitt, Yamane and Soldner? Read More December 8, 20165 common sources of injury during the holidays Read More November 7, 2016Honolulu City Council approves $1M settlement in woman’s death Read More October 10, 2016Medical errors are third leading cause of death in the U.S. Read More September 13, 2016Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner sponsors “Walk Like MADD” Read More August 17, 20165 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer Read More July 5, 2016Aaron Creps Selected to 2016 Hawaii Super Lawyers List Read More June 27, 2016Jim Leavitt talks “School Tools” for KITV Interview Read More June 14, 2016Jury Awards $1M in McDonalds slip & fall case Read More June 2, 2016Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner sponsors helping hands Hawaii’s annual event Read More May 9, 2016Family of Injured Child to Receive $1M Settlement Read More May 5, 2016Council Likely to Approve $1M Settlement in Toddler Brain Injury Case Read More April 14, 2016Hawaii’s Economic Expansion to be Led by Construction Industry Read More March 31, 2016HPR hosts “Say-a-nice-thing-about-a-lawyer day” Read More March 8, 2016Uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage – “I have full coverage!” Read More March 2, 2016Don’t worry about “making waves” – It’s your insurance! Read More February 22, 2016Teen injured in helicopter crash near Arizona Memorial Read More February 17, 2016IME doctor seeks to disbar attorney who disclosed her misconduct Read More December 22, 2015KITV Adopt a Family | Leavitt Yamane & Soldner Read More October 28, 2015Keiki Halloween Safety: Nothing Scary About It Read More July 15, 20155 tips to help teen drivers avoid crashes during summer Read More July 1, 2015Preventing Teen Driving Risks this Summer Read More June 2, 2015Tips to stay safe and avoid injury during natural disasters in Hawaii Read More May 21, 2015Tips for safe snorkeling adventures in Hawaii Read More May 21, 2015Honolulu Home to Nation’s 3rd Worst Traffic Congestion Read More April 23, 2015Raising donations for Hawaii Foodbank, helping our neighbors Read More April 14, 2015Distracted Driving Simulator Emphasizes Accident Risks in Hawaii Read More March 24, 2015Do I Need Rental Car Insurance In Hawaii? Read More March 17, 2015Bicycle Accidents in Hawaii Read More February 18, 2015Wondering if you have a good premises liability case? 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Read More April 21, 2014Maui Police Crack Down on Distracted Drivers Read More April 10, 2014Fatal Kahului Motorcycle Accident Becomes 4th Maui Traffic Fatality This Year Read More March 31, 2014Kilauea Multi-Vehicle Accident Marks Kauai’s First Traffic Fatality Of 2014 Read More March 11, 2014Traffic Jams in Paradise: Study Shows Honolulu Traffic 2nd Highest In Nation – 3 Years in a Row Read More February 21, 2014Honolulu Rolling Out Bicycle Sharing Program: How Have Other Cities Fared? Read More February 14, 2014Traumatic Brain Injury Victims May Be 3 Times More Likely To Die Young Read More January 31, 2014Slip & Falls: Should Hotel Guests Have Constructive Knowledge Of Dangers? Read More December 30, 2013Hawaii Bungee Jumping: How Might The Lack Of State Law Affect Injuries? Read More December 16, 2013Tips for Making Sure Toys Under the Tree Are Safe Read More December 9, 2013Windshield Smartphone Projection Technology: Is It Really A Good Thing? Read More November 22, 2013Hawaii Hotel Accidents: At What Point Does A Hotel Become Liable For Your Injuries? Read More November 15, 2013Honolulu Police Fight Drunk Driving With Unannounced DUI Checkpoints Read More November 8, 2013Hawaii Hotel Injuries: Why Grandpa & Jr. Are More Likely To Get Hurt Read More October 24, 2013Will Your Car Insurance Policy Cover You In Hawaii Or Does It Take A Vacation Too? Read More October 11, 2013Progressive’s Name Your Own Price Insurance: Is It A Deal Or Sealing Your Fate? Read More September 23, 2013Honolulu Harbor Molasses Spill: How Will It Affect Residents & Tourism? Read More September 16, 2013Hawaiian Tourist Injuries & Deaths Reported At Sea & On Land Read More August 28, 2013Kaneohe Teen Skateboarder Dies In Truck Accident Read More August 14, 2013Study Shows Hawaii’s 2012 Motorcycle Accident Fatalities Triple National Average Read More August 14, 2013Recent String Of Oahu Moped Accidents Results In Serious Injuries Read More March 6, 2013Mopeds: Delightful and Dangerous Read More January 24, 2013Personal Watercrafts and Potential Danger Read More December 23, 2012Driving Under the Influence: ‘Tis Never the Season Read More December 13, 2012Inflatable ride injuries skyrocket: How to keep kids safe Read More November 21, 2012Stay safe on “Black (and blue) Friday” Read More November 12, 2012How much is that doggy in the window? 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