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Hawaii Attorney Blog

Covers Hawaii civil procedure and trial practice, commercial litigation, hawaii real estate litigation, mediation and arbitration, and personal injury. By Philip Brown.

http://legalblog.hawaii-attorney.net/

Dec 7
Honolulu Magazine Lists Philip R. Brown Among the Best Lawyers in Hawaii

Honolulu Magazine Lists Philip R. Brown Among the Best Lawyers in Hawaii

Philip R. Brown was once again listed in Honolulu Magazine’s annual issue of The Best Lawyers in Hawaii. Philip Brown is also listed in The Best Lawyers in America. Mr. Brown also has the highest ethical/legal rating (AV) from…
Sep 25
Hawaii Attorney Effie Steiger Named “Top 40 Under 40?

Hawaii Attorney Effie Steiger Named “Top 40 Under 40?

The National Trial Lawyers Association has selected Hawaii attorney, Effie Steiger, of the Law Offices of Philip R. Brown, for inclusion in “Top 40 under 40” trial lawyers in Hawaii.
Feb 28
Recovery of Hawaii Attorneys Fees (Part 2)

Recovery of Hawaii Attorneys Fees (Part 2)

As we wrote in our previous post regarding HRS § 607-14, “[t]he Hawaii Supreme court has defined an “assumpsit” case as a claim “for the recovery of damages for the non performance of a contract . . . as well as quasi contractual…

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Hawaii Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers birth injuries and medical malpractice issues. By Bostwick & Peterson, LLP.

http://www.hawaiiinjurylawyerblog.com/

Jun 13
Liability For Surfing Accident

Liability For Surfing Accident

Hawaii news reports that a man in his 50s died after a surfing accident at Ala Moana Bowls earlier this week. Reports indicate that weather conditions in Oahu created powerful and dangerous waves. According to reports, lifeguards rescued the…
Jun 6
Motorcycle vs. Moped Crash Kills Tourist, Injures Two Other

Motorcycle vs. Moped Crash Kills Tourist, Injures Two Other

Hawaii news reports that one person has been killed and another two injured in a moped/motorcycle crash in Makapu’u. According to reports, the collision occurred between the Hawaii Kai Golf Course and the Makapu’u lighthouse…
May 30
Does Hawaii Have A Duty To Warn Tourists About Dangerous Ocean Waves?

Does Hawaii Have A Duty To Warn Tourists About Dangerous Ocean Waves?

One of Hawaii’s biggest attractions is also one of it’s most dangerous. The oceans surrounding Hawaii draw tourists from around the world, but dangerous waves, currents and tide pools have led to numerous drownings. In fact,…

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Hawaii Labor and Employment Law

Covers labor and employment issues affecting Hawaii employers. By Ryan E. Sanada.

http://www.hilaborlaw.com

May 17
Two (Out of Three) More States Enact Social Media Privacy Law

Two (Out of Three) More States Enact Social Media Privacy Law

Recently, two more states – Arkansas and Colorado – enacted some form of social media privacy law for the workplace, and both new laws have very similar restrictions. First, the Arkansas social media law prohibits an…
May 14
It’s Official: Federal Judge Strikes Down Entire “Sick Leave Law”

It’s Official: Federal Judge Strikes Down Entire “Sick Leave Law”

Earlier this year, I reported that U.S. District Court Judge Susan Oki Mollway issued an order ruling that Hawaii’s sick leave discrimination law was unlawful. In her initial order, Judge Mollway did not decide whether she would…
May 7
Session Ends; HEC Legislative Digest Updated After Adjournment Sine Die

Session Ends; HEC Legislative Digest Updated After Adjournment Sine Die

The long days and late nights at the Capitol are over, and the 2013 Legislative Session has come to an end. The Hawaii Employers Council ("HEC") has an updated Legislative Digest for bills that were passed... (Read More...)

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Hawaii Land Use Law & Policy

Commentary and insight on the complex, multifaceted area of land use in Hawaii. By Jesse Souki.

http://hilanduse.blogspot.com/

Jun 12
ICA Holds that Denial of SMA Permit Assessment is Ripe for Takings Claim without First Pursuing Plan Amendment

ICA Holds that Denial of SMA Permit Assessment is Ripe for Takings Claim without First Pursuing Plan Amendment

In Leone v. County of Maui, 128 Haw. 183 (2012), cert. denied, Appellants purchased property at Palauea Beach in Makena, Maui.Palauea Beach Facing South The 1998 Kihei-Makena Community Plan (Community Plan) assigned the beach lots a "park"…
May 28
Presentation to Hawaii State Bar Association's Natural Resources Section on Legislative Updates Related to Land Use and Planning Law

Presentation to Hawaii State Bar Association's Natural Resources Section on Legislative Updates Related to Land Use and Planning Law

Measures that Passed the 27th Legislature and Will Affect Hawaii's Statewide Land Use and Planning System Download slide-deck from SlideShare to view transitions.
May 7
Hawaii Supreme Court Awards Appellate Attorney's Fees under Private Attorney General Doctrine

Hawaii Supreme Court Awards Appellate Attorney's Fees under Private Attorney General Doctrine

On May 3, 2013, the Hawaii Supreme Court issued an opinion awarding appellate attorney's fees and costs against the City & County of Honolulu in the amount of $41,192.00 in attorney's fees and $343.00 in costs in Kaleikini v.…

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Hawaiioceanlaw.com

Covers maritime laws and concerns in Hawaii and Oceania. By Mark M. Murakami.

http://www.hawaiioceanlaw.com/hawaiioceanlaw/

Jun 12
Universal Crimes, Extraterritorial Jurisdiction and an Educational Conference in North Carolina?

Universal Crimes, Extraterritorial Jurisdiction and an Educational Conference in North Carolina?

So, apparently I'm not the only person to get emails offering Canadian pharmaceuticals or random free stuff. The federal government is not above the email ruse to bring an alleged pirate to justice. The Court of Appeals for the D.C....
Jun 6
The Passing of a Coast Guard Legend - Ray Evan

The Passing of a Coast Guard Legend - Ray Evan

In the annals of Coast Guard history, the Coast Guardsman most known for heroism is Douglas Munro who died rescuing Marines at Guadalcanal. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor and has a cutter and building named after him....
May 23
Japan Coast Guard Training Ship - Learning About HawaiiOceanLaw

Japan Coast Guard Training Ship - Learning About HawaiiOceanLaw

Last Saturday, I was invited to teach several dozen recent graduates of the Japan Coast Guard Academy about the U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard careers and the Coast Guard operations in the Pacific Ocean.

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Landsberg Law Office

Features the story of the life, times and tribulations of a Trial Attorney in Paradise.

http://landsberglegal.wordpress.com/

Mar 26
Honolulu 911 App – Landsberg Law Office

Honolulu 911 App – Landsberg Law Office

Honolulu 911 calls go like this: Your heart is racing. You either witness, or suffer, an illegal activity. You’re nervous, everything is coming at you. You manage to get to the phone, often your cell phone, hit the numbers and as the…
Mar 21
Punishment in Hawaii – Laws and Trend

Punishment in Hawaii – Laws and Trend

“We can and should do better. But “doing better” doesn’t mean simply focusing on social services and systemic reforms and ignoring the need for punishment. It means using punishment intelligently, which…
Oct 8
Solving Prostitution Part II

Solving Prostitution Part II

Update… This all started because I read a petition that used sensationalism over substance to achieve a visceral reaction to gain a signature for a petition. A member of the Pacific Alliance to Stop Slavery told me that he agrees with me…

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LegalTXTS

Covers law and technology, with an emphasis on legal issues regarding digital media, privacy and data security, and information management. By Elijah Yip.

http://www.legaltxts.com/

Jun 18
Estate Planning and Cyberspace: Making Sure Data Doesn’t Byte the Dust

Estate Planning and Cyberspace: Making Sure Data Doesn’t Byte the Dust

Ownership of contents of online email account gets called into question after the owner of the account dies — Ajemian v. Yahoo!, Inc., 987 N.E.2d 604 (Mass. Ct. App. May 7, 2013) Who owns the data in an online account after the account…
Jun 17
Privacy of Employee Data on Dual-Use Device

Privacy of Employee Data on Dual-Use Device

Supervisor snoops into former employee’s personal Gmail account after she returns company-issued Blackberry — Lazette v. Kulmatycki, 2013 WL 2455937 (N.D. Ohio June 5, 2013) The line between personal and business use of electronic…
May 21
The Electronic Wake Employees Leave Behind

The Electronic Wake Employees Leave Behind

Employer sues ex-employee for not updating his LinkedIn profile — Jefferson Audio Visual Systems, Inc. v. Light, 2013 WL 1947625 (W.D. Ky. May 9, 2013). What would you do if your ex-employee told everybody he’s still working for…

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Planet Kaua`i

A multi-state practitioner blawgs from the Garden Island.

http://planetkauai.blogspot.com/

Jan 29
A thought provoking article on GMO

A thought provoking article on GMO

The Muddled Debate About Pesticide Use And GM CropsDoes the adoption of GM crops lead to more or less pesticide use? This is a frequent topic of debate, but generally one that misses the point. Both sides make the same erroneous assumption…
Jan 7
Hawaii shield law sunsets this year

Hawaii shield law sunsets this year

Hawaii Business editor argues for preserving it.
Jan 6
Questioning the constitutionality of Hawaii's senator replacement law

Questioning the constitutionality of Hawaii's senator replacement law

Constitutional scholar Vikram David Amar on Justia.com questions the constitutionality of Hawaii's law utilized in appointing Brian Schatz to replace the late Senator Inouye. ...here’s the wrinkle: the Hawaii statute (and those of…

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Record on Appeal

Focuses on case law analysis, appellate events, and other topics in the area of appellate law. By Rebecca A. Copeland.

http://www.recordonappeal.com/

Jun 13
HSB Appellate Section Welcomes Justice Pollack

HSB Appellate Section Welcomes Justice Pollack

For the June meeting, the HSBA Appellate Section is hosting the Hawaii's Supreme Court's newest Associate Justice, Richard W. Pollack. If you are going to be in downtown Honolulu, and you are a member of the HSBA, please join the meeting…
Jun 11
Special FBA Appellate Event

Special FBA Appellate Event

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals is in town! Please join the Hawaii Chapter of the Federal Bar Association for an event that happens only three times per year. The FBA's special appellate presentation on "Appellate Practice Tips"…
Jun 10
Insurer Owes Implied Duty of Good Faith Even in Absence of Contract

Insurer Owes Implied Duty of Good Faith Even in Absence of Contract

On June 7, 2013, the HAWSCT issued an opinion in Shilo Willis v. Craig Swain, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd., No. SCWC-29539, a case we designated as a writ to watch here, on the issue of whether an insurance company owes a duty of…

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