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HONOLULU – The Hawai’i law firm Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman has filed a lawsuit against the Boys & Girls Club of Hawai’i (BGCH), alleging the organization failed to protect a 10-year-old boy from repeated sexual abuse, harassment and...

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized transportation, offering convenience and affordability to passengers. But alarming safety concerns regarding Lyth and Uber sexual assault cases have cast a shadow over their widespread use. Records of Lyft and...

You may have heard about mesothelioma, a rare but aggressive cancer. You may think it is becoming a thing of the past or could never affect you or your family. But this disease continues to affect thousands of...

Does rape have a statute of limitations? The answer to that question depends on a few factors, not the least of which is state law. The question of how long a person has to report sexual assault is...

Moving to a nursing home or assisted living facility can feel like a big step, whether it’s for you or someone you love. Maybe it’s recovery from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or needing help with daily tasks....

A controversial last-minute proposal in the Hawai’i' legislature could limit Hawaiian Electric Company's (HECO) liability for future wildfires — a move that has sparked criticism among victims of the catastrophic 2023 Lahaina fire. Hawaii News Now spoke with...

A bill awaiting Hawaii Gov. Josh Green’s signature could give sex trafficking survivors new power to seek justice—not just against their traffickers, but also against the individuals and businesses that profit from their exploitation. House Bill 111, which...

On the day that Maui residents observed the second anniversary of the Lahaina wildfires, Maui Judge Peter Cahill extended the lawsuit filing deadline, providing victims additional time to seek damages and participate in a $4 billion settlement reached...