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Last reviewed: June 12, 2026How we research
Last reviewed against primary sources: June 12, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Hawaii personal injury SOL: 2 years (H.R.S. § 657-7). Minor tolling: SOL tolled until age 18, then 2-year SOL runs — child's claim expires at age 20 (H.R.S. § 657-13). Wrongful death: 2 years from date of death (H.R.S. § 663-3). Hawaii follows pure comparative negligence. Discovery rule recognized.
Age 20 for surviving minor's personal injury claim; 2 years from death for wrongful death
Hawaii Data
Exposure in Hawaii
Source: Hawaii Dept. of Health, 2023
Source: Hawaii Pacific Health
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