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HRS §431:10G-105

Tort liability

This law says you can still sue for injuries from a motorcycle or scooter accident. It applies to the owner or driver who is hurt, or their representative or guardian. The lawsuit follows the rules in another part of the law.

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The statute, as written — Tort liability

(a) With respect to accidental harm incurred in or arising out of a motorcycle accident or motor scooter accident, tort liability is not abolished. (b) Any owner or operator of a motorcycle or motor scooter involved in a motor vehicle accident as defined in section 431:10C-103 and who incurs accidental harm as defined in section 431:10C-103, including such person's representative or legal guardian, shall have a cause of action in tort as provided in section 431:10C-306.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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