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Last reviewed against primary sources: June 12, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Hawaii has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (HRS § 657-7). Modified comparative fault with 51% bar. Claims against the State of Hawaii or county governments require written notice within 6 months (HRS § 46-72 for county claims). Hawaii's relatively low truck volumes compared to mainland states result in fewer cases but not lower severity.
2 years from date of accident
Exposure in Hawaii
Source: Hawaii DOT Commercial Vehicle Data 2024
Source: NHTSA FARS 2024
Source: Hawaii DOT Freight Plan