Business Details
Trusted Hawaii Personal Injury Attorneys
The Law Offices of Law Offices Of Jan K. Apo have dedicated over four decades to advocating for individuals wrongfully injured in Hawaii and beyond. Our firm combines deep local knowledge with extensive trial experience to deliver personalized legal representation in personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability cases. We prioritize client needs, operating on a contingency fee basis to ensure access to justice regardless of financial circumstances.Our team collaborates with top experts in medicine, engineering, and accident reconstruction to build robust cases. With a track record of success against major corporations, we remain committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and client service across the Hawaiian Islands.
Services
Personal Injury
Vacation Injuries
Product Defect Liability
Premises Liability
Wrongful Death
Other Injuries and Claims
Highlights and features
- We have recovered millions in settlements against major corporations like Ford and Dow Chemical.
- Our contingency fee model ensures no upfront costs for personal injury cases.
- We employ accident reconstruction experts and medical consultants for case preparation.
- We serve clients globally, including international tourists injured in Hawaii.
- Our attorneys have over 40 years of combined trial and litigation experience.
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice addresses cases where negligence causes severe harm, covering automobile accidents, slip-and-falls, and catastrophic injuries. We handle claims from initial consultation through trial, ensuring clients receive compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain. With decades of experience, we negotiate with insurers and litigate when necessary to protect client interests.
Wrongful Death
We represent families who have lost loved ones due to negligence, pursuing compensation for medical costs, funeral expenses, and emotional suffering. Our team works with forensic experts to establish liability in cases involving accidents, defective products, or workplace incidents. We provide compassionate guidance while aggressively advocating for fair settlements.
Product Defect Liability
This service targets manufacturers distributing unsafe products, from automotive components to consumer goods. We investigate design flaws, manufacturing errors, and inadequate warnings, leveraging expert testimony to prove liability. Our track record includes victories against multinational corporations to secure compensation for medical costs and long-term damages.
Premises Liability
We handle cases where property owners fail to maintain safe environments, resulting in injuries from slip-and-falls, inadequate security, or hazardous conditions. Our attorneys assess duty of care violations and pursue claims for medical expenses and lost income. We collaborate with safety experts to demonstrate negligence in both residential and commercial contexts.
Vacation Injuries
This practice assists visitors injured during Hawaiian vacations, addressing accidents at hotels, tour sites, or recreational facilities. We navigate jurisdictional complexities to hold local businesses accountable, offering remote case management for out-of-state and international clients. Our goal is to ensure fair compensation for medical treatment and travel-related losses.
People
Jan K. Apo
Lead Attorney
Born in Lahaina, Jan K. Apo has practiced law for over 40 years, specializing in personal injury litigation. A graduate of the University of Hawaii's law school, he previously served as a part-time judge and now leads the firm's trial efforts.
Mark D. Reck
Attorney
Mark Reck joined the firm after practicing law in Hawaii since 2010. He holds an MBA and law degree from Stetson University, bringing expertise in business litigation and mediation to personal injury cases.
Naomi M. Kusachi
Attorney
Naomi Kusachi specializes in personal injury law, drawing on experience from Honolulu legal services organizations. A University of Hawaii law graduate, she focuses on client advocacy and case strategy development.
Trevor Tamashiro
Attorney
Trevor Tamashiro contributes construction litigation expertise to personal injury cases. With a background in corporate law and environmental policy, he strengthens complex claims involving infrastructure and safety violations.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury cases including car accidents, slip-and-falls, vacation injuries, and product liability claims across Hawaii.
Do you represent out-of-state clients?
Yes, we represent clients globally, including tourists injured in Hawaii and mainland residents with jurisdictional claims against local businesses.
How are legal fees structured?
Most personal injury cases operate on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Can I sue for a defective product injury?
Yes, we pursue claims against manufacturers and distributors for defective products causing injury, including automotive parts and consumer goods.
What compensation can wrongful death families receive?
Families may recover funeral costs, lost income, and emotional damages through wrongful death claims against negligent parties.
How do premises liability claims work?
We prove property owners failed to maintain safe conditions, seeking compensation for injuries from slip-and-falls, poor lighting, or inadequate security measures.
