Honolulu, HI (May 30, 2023) - On the evening of Sunday, May 28, a traffic accident happened in Honolulu that ended in injuries. Reports show that a 13-year-old girl was riding in a golf cart when it flipped over, causing her serious injuries. 

The girl was treated for serious injuries and transported to the hospital by EMS shortly after the crash happened. Reports show it occurred at Sherwood in Windward Oahu. Her name has not been reported at this time. 

The cause of the crash is currently being investigated by police. No other details are currently available to report. 

Our thoughts are with the injured girl in hopes of a full recovery. 

Pedestrian Crashes in Hawaii

Pedestrian accidents are some of the most dangerous types of traffic accidents that can happen. The fact that pedestrians travel totally unprotected against the force of fast, heavy, moving vehicles puts them at serious risk of sustaining severe injuries or even losing their lives. Sadly, more than 6000 pedestrians are killed annually in the United States due to car crashes alarmingly. The majority of these collisions are caused by the actions of negligent drivers.

Driver negligence has become a serious issue throughout the United States in the past decade. For example, over 11,000 people lose their lives every year due to speeding, and there are more than 400,000 vehicle accidents reported annually due to the actions of distracted drivers. When you or someone you love has been hurt by a distracted driver, you need to speak with a car crash lawyer as soon as you can. A pedestrian accident attorney in Honolulu can help you determine whether or not you qualify for financial compensation. They will also help you gather that compensation so you can get your life back on track as quickly and seamlessly as possible.

Being involved in a serious pedestrian accident is no joke. You may be stuck in the hospital for a prolonged period of time while you attempt to recover from your injuries. Not only is this stressful due to not being able to see your family as much as you might like and not being able to go back to work immediately, but it can also cost a lot of money. If you are unable to work, paying for the costs related to your crash can seem overwhelming. However, if you know that your accident was not your fault, a car accident attorney can help you get the money you need to cover these costs.

Call the law office of Leavitt, Yamane, & Soldner at (808) 537-2525 to learn more about our ability to get you on the fastest track to financial recovery so you can focus on your health and well-being. We charge no upfront fees and only get paid if you do so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain when you work with our firm. Call us soon to learn more.

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.