Personal Injury in Hawaii

Hawaii ( HI)
Average: Free / Contingency
Last Updated: Mar 2026
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Court Filing Fee $350

What to Know About Personal Injury Costs in Hawaii

Hawaii follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. Contingency fees average 33.33%. Two-year statute of limitations. Hawaii has no caps on compensatory damages. Tourism and hospitality industry liability is a major area of practice. Hawaii has specific provisions for ocean recreational activity liability. Workers' comp through the Disability Compensation Division.

Sources: ABA, State Bar Rules - Standard contingency: 33.33% pre-suit, 40% after litigation

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