HRS §431:10C-213.5
Choosing arbitration for car accident claims
This section lets people involved in a car accident tort claim choose binding arbitration instead of court. Either side can ask for it, but both can decline. The process follows state arbitration rules, and costs are split unless agreed otherwise. Awards are limited to the insurance policy limit unless the at-fault driver agrees to pay more.
The statute, as written — Binding arbitration
(a) A claimant or defendant shall have the option to elect arbitration to resolve a claim in tort that is covered by motor vehicle liability insurance. (b) A claimant or defendant may submit any dispute relating to a tort claim to binding arbitration by either filing a written request with the clerk of the circuit court in the circuit where the accident occurred or by agreement. (c) A claimant or defendant shall have the opportunity to decline arbitration. (d) Except as otherwise provided herein, arbitration shall be in accordance with and governed by chapter 658A. (e) Fees and costs of arbitration shall be borne equally by the parties, unless otherwise agreed to by the parties. (f) Collection of any arbitration award issued under this section shall be limited to the applicable liability policy limit, unless the insured tortfeasor otherwise agrees. (g) The amount of an arbitration award under this section shall not be binding on a subsequent underinsured motorist claim.
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