Honolulu, HI – Man Critically Injured in Wrong-Way Crash on Hickam Overpass

Honolulu, HI (September 21, 2023) – A man is in critical condition after he was involved in a traffic accident caused by a wrong-way driver on the Hickam overpass. The collision occurred on Saturday, September 16. According to reports, a 19-year-old woman was driving the wrong way on the highway when she crashed into his vehicle. 

The 28-year-old man lost control of his vehicle and hit a concrete wall before flipping over and falling onto the Arizona Memorial off-ramp on the H1 Freeway. 

Due to the accident, the man is in critical condition and the woman suffered serious injuries. Neither has been identified at this time. 

Police continue to investigate the details of the crash. 

We hope for the full recovery of the injured parties.

Honolulu Car Crashes

Despite Hawaii’s reputation as being a beautiful island paradise, it is no stranger to car crashes. Every year, tens of thousands of vehicle accidents occur throughout the Aloha state. These accidents happen for several different reasons, but the most common reasons include negligent driving behaviors. Behavior such as speeding, distraction, intoxication and fatigued driving contribute to thousands of vehicle accidents in the state of Hawaii each year. At this time, driver intoxication and speeding are the most common reasons traffic collisions take place here.

When you or a loved one of yours has been hurt by the actions of a negligent driver, you may be dealing with many different problems. Depending on the nature of your injuries, you may be stuck in the hospital, unable to work, or see your friends and family. Not only are you going through pain from your injuries but you may also be dealing with emotional stress and turmoil related to the circumstances of your collision.

Depending on the extent to which your crash has affected your life, you may be eligible for financial compensation for a long list of damages. Things like outstanding medical bills, vehicle repairs, and more may be able to be compensated for when you work with a personal injury attorney. 

At the law office of Leavitt, Yamane, & Soldner, we have been helping injured accident victims and their family members recover for decades. We have what it takes to get you the compensation and Justice you deserve during this difficult time in your life. Don’t hesitate to contact our law office as soon as you can to learn about how we can help you through this trying time. A skilled Honolulu car crash attorney is standing by and ready to take your call. Contact our office at (808) 537-2525. 

Notes: Our team of writers uses secondary sources such as news reports and local and state police incident reports to create these posts. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this particular accident, so if there is any incorrect information, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner right away so that we can update the post right away to reflect the most accurate information available. 

Disclaimer: This post is not a solicitation for business. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. If you are injured in an accident, seek medical assistance immediately.