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50+ Years
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Record-Setting Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice Attorneys
For over 50 years, Bostwick & Associates has stood as a premier legal advocate for victims of personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death across Hawaii. Our firm has earned national recognition for achieving record-setting recoveries, including multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts in complex cases involving birth injuries, brain trauma, and medical negligence. We are distinguished by our membership in elite legal organizations such as the Inner Circle of Advocates, the American Board of Trial Advocates, and The Best Lawyers in America, reflecting decades of litigation excellence. Our attorneys combine specialized expertise in medical malpractice with relentless advocacy to hold negligent parties accountable, whether in courtroom trials or negotiations with powerful insurance entities.We prioritize client-centered service through free consultations, contingency fee arrangements, and access to world-class medical experts to strengthen case outcomes. With a proven track record in catastrophic fire litigation, vehicle accidents, and healthcare provider negligence, we provide strategic legal representation tailored to each client's unique needs while maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics and client confidentiality.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Traumatic Brain Injury
Wrongful Death
Birth Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries
Car Accident
Truck Accident
Emergency Room Errors
Defective Products
Legal Malpractice
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 50+ years representing Hawaii injury victims with record-setting results
- Nationally certified medical malpractice specialists
- Members of top 100 plaintiff trial lawyers organizations
- Achieved 10+ multi-million-dollar birth injury settlements
- Contingency fee basis - no payment unless we win
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
- The Best Lawyers in America
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- Inner Circle of Advocates
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys
What people say
Level of expertise
Passionate advocacy
Achieved record settlements
Compassionate support
Accessible experts
Services
Medical Malpractice
Our attorneys specialize in holding healthcare providers accountable for preventable errors resulting in birth injuries, brain trauma, surgical mistakes, and sepsis-related complications. We meticulously investigate medical records, consult leading specialists, and build compelling cases to secure compensation for clients' physical, emotional, and financial damages. With two National Trial Lawyers Top 100 attorneys and multi-million-dollar recoveries against major hospitals, we provide unmatched representation in complex medical malpractice claims.
Traumatic Brain Injury
We represent victims of brain injuries caused by vehicle accidents, construction site falls, and medical errors. Our team works with neurologists and rehabilitation experts to document long-term impacts while calculating lifetime care costs. Successful cases include $17M and $16.5M settlements for birth-related brain injuries, demonstrating our ability to secure resources for victims' ongoing medical needs through aggressive litigation strategies.
Wrongful Death
We advocate for families who lost loved ones due to medical negligence, vehicle accidents, or fire disasters. Our approach combines compassionate support with forensic investigation to establish liability while pursuing compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional suffering. Our record includes $9.96M recovery in a medical malpractice wrongful death case involving a young executive's preventable death.
Birth Injuries
Our firm leads Hawaii in birth injury litigation with landmark recoveries totaling over $70 million. We handle cases involving cerebral palsy, vacuum extraction errors, and delayed C-sections through collaboration with perinatal specialists. Notable results include record-setting settlements against Tripler Army Medical Center and local hospitals, ensuring children receive lifelong care funds through no-win-no-fee representation.
Hawaii Fire Litigation
We represent Maui wildfire victims through strategic partnerships with California fire litigation experts who secured billions in previous disasters. Our team specializes in proving negligence against utility companies and property owners while navigating complex multi-defendant cases. We provide local representation combined with national resources to maximize compensation for property loss, respiratory injuries, and family displacement.
People
James S. Bostwick
Founding Attorney
Nationally certified medical malpractice specialist with 50+ years of litigation experience. Holds leadership roles in prestigious organizations including the Inner Circle of Advocates and American Board of Trial Advocates. Personally secured over $100M in recoveries, including Hawaii's largest birth injury settlements.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases does Bostwick & Associates handle?
We specialize in medical malpractice, birth injuries, brain trauma, vehicle accidents, and fire disaster claims across Hawaii.
How much does hiring Bostwick & Associates cost?
We work on a contingency fee basis - no payment unless we recover compensation for your injuries.
What sets Bostwick & Associates apart from other law firms?
We combine 50+ years of experience with membership in top 1% legal organizations and a record of record-breaking settlements.
Can I schedule a free consultation?
Yes, call (808) 320-5024 to arrange a free, confidential case evaluation with our Hawaii injury attorneys.
How long has Bostwick & Associates served Hawaii?
Our firm has provided legal representation to Hawaii residents since 1973.
What happens if my case goes to trial?
Our National Trial Lawyers Top 100 attorneys prepare every case for trial while pursuing maximum settlements through aggressive courtroom strategies.
