Around 4 pm on Sunday, August 4th, a two-car collision occurred on Anania Drive in Mililani.
According to emergency officials, the crash caused four individuals to be hospitalized. A 45-year-old man, a 42-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old boy were in serious condition after suffering multiple injuries in the accident. Additionally, a 5-year-old girl was also injured and was taken to the hospital in stable condition.
Hawaii Police Department’s Traffic Services Section released a report earlier this year showing a significant increase in major car accidents and fatalities since last year.
The data showed that major car accidents are up more than 12 percent, while traffic fatalities are up more than 100 percent. When the data was released in May 2024, there had been 366 major crashes in Hawaii so far, compared to 326 major crashes at the same time last year. At the same time, there had been a total of 15 fatal crashes, causing 17 fatalities, compared to 7 fatal crashes resulting in 8 deaths at the same time last year.
What Are Common Causes of Car Accidents?
Car accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, from distracted driving to vehicle malfunction. Understanding the causes is essential so that preventative measures can be taken to increase safety on the road. Some common causes include:
- Distracted Driving – this is one of the main causes of accidents. Distracted driving may include engaging in activities like eating, texting, talking on the phone, or using in-car technologies while on the road.
- Speeding – driving over the speed limit greatly reduces a driver’s ability to respond to changing road or traffic conditions, and can increase the severity of an accident.
- Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol – driving under the influence causes the driver’s judgment and reaction times to be impaired, increasing the likelihood of causing an accident.
- Inclement Weather – driving in poor weather conditions such as rainy, foggy, windy, and other adverse conditions can cause roads to be slippery and greatly reduce visibility.
- Poor Road Conditions – poorly maintained roads with potholes, overgrown plants, and more can cause drivers to lose control.
- Vehicle Malfunctions – mechanical failures, like tire blowouts or brake failure, can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicle and may lead to accidents.
“While there has been no official word on the cause of the accident, we trust that local authorities will work quickly to determine the cause of the accident that occurred on Sunday, causing four to be hospitalized,” says Brett Schreiber, attorney at Singleton Schreiber, “Our hearts go out to the victims who have been hospitalized and we hope for a full and speedy recovery. As personal injury attorneys, we understand the significant impact a serious accident like this can have on every aspect of the victim and their family’s lives. It is important they know they may have legal recourse and could consider contacting a personal injury attorney to learn more.”
If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, call the personal injury lawyers of Singleton Schreiber to learn more about your options. Call (808) 582-8062 or email info@singletonschreiber.com.
