Two-Car Crash Injures One on Baker Ave in Hilo, HI
September 17, 2026
Hilo, HI (September 17, 2026) – One person was injured in a two-car wreck at Baker Avenue and Kalanianaole Street in Hilo on Tuesday, September 15. The collision happened at about 7:15 a.m.
Dispatch audio indicated that both vehicles remained in the roadway after the crash. One woman was reportedly bleeding.
Emergency units responded to help those involved.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the wreck.
We hope the injured person makes a full recovery.
Will PIP Cover My Injuries After a Car Accident in Hilo, HI?
Yes. Your personal injury protection, or PIP, coverage generally pays qualifying medical and rehabilitation expenses after a car accident in Hilo, regardless of who caused it. Under Hawaii law, drivers must carry at least $10,000 in PIP benefits per person.
After the collision, seek medical care for any pain, stiffness, dizziness, or other symptoms you notice. Some injuries may not become noticeable until hours or days later, so a medical evaluation can help identify problems that require treatment.
As your treatment continues, keep your medical bills, prescription receipts, therapy expenses, and related paperwork together. This can help you track what has been submitted to your insurer, what has been paid, and what remains outstanding.
If your treatment costs exceed the PIP benefits available under your policy, other insurance coverage may become relevant. Depending on the circumstances, you may need to look beyond PIP for payment of medical expenses and other losses you face.
When another driver caused the accident, you may also be able to pursue additional compensation in certain situations. Your injuries, financial losses, and the facts of the crash can affect whether another claim is available under Hawaii law.
During your recovery, keep track of any work you miss because of your injuries. Lost wages, reduced hours, transportation costs, and other accident-related expenses may help show the broader financial effect the collision has had on you.
If your insurer delays payment, disputes a medical charge, or questions whether treatment is covered, a Hilo car accident lawyer can review the policy, examine the issues in dispute, and explain the options available for your situation.
If your insurer delays payment, refuses to pay certain medical bills, or questions whether your treatment is covered, a Hilo car accident lawyer can review your policy, deal with the insurer, and explain the options available to you.
After a crash like this, you may be dealing with pain, medical appointments, missed work, and insurance questions all at once. At Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner, we take the time to review your situation, identify possible sources of coverage, and explain the legal issues that could affect your claim.
Call Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner at (808) 537-2525 to discuss your case with our team. We can answer your questions and walk you through your next steps.
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 information that is incorrect, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner so that we can update the post 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.