Wayne Parsons
Honolulu Personal Injury Attorney
Wayne Parsons Law Offices
1406 Colburn Street
Suite 201-C
Honolulu, HI 96817
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Phone: (808) 845-2211 | Fax: (808) 843-0100
http://www.wayneparsons.com
http://honolulu.injuryboard.com
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
Medical malpractice and serious auto accidents.
Sub-Topics
Accidents & Personal Injury
- Construction Site Injuries
- Jones Act
- Sports Injuries
Car Accident
- Auto Accident
- Whiplash
Dangerous Property
Financial Injuries
- Frauds, Scams, Hoaxes
- Pyramid Schemes
Intentional Injuries
- Assault & Battery
- Child Abuse
- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
- Sexual Assault
Mass Accidents
- Airplanes
- Buildings
- Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
- Ships & Boats
Medical Malpractice
- Anesthesia Malpractice
- Birth Injuries and Defects
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Dental Malpractice
- Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
- Emergency Room Errors
- HMO Managed Case
- Lasik Eye Surgery
- Medication Malpractice
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Optometry Malpractice
- Prescription/Drug Malpractice
- Psychiatric Malpractice
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Surgical Errors
- Wrong Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Product Liability
- Design Defects
- Manufacturing Defects
Professional Malpractice
- Financial Malpractice
- Legal Malpractice
- Religious Malpractice
Serious/Catastrophic Injuries
- Amputation
- Birth Injury
- Burn Injury
- Head/Brain Injury
- Paralysis
Toxic Tort
- Chemicals & Cosmetics
- Dangerous Drugs & Products
- Hazardous Waste
- Medical Products & Devices
- Pesticides
- Radiation & Electromagnetic Energy
Truck Accident
Wrongful Death
Legal Topic
Business Law
Preferred New Clients
Injured workers, defective construction claims.
Sub-Topics
Admiralty & Maritime Law
- Jones Act
Agribusiness
- Crops
- Farms & Ranches
- Livestock
Antitrust & Trade Regulation
- Deceptive Trade Practices
- RICO Act
- Unfair Competition
Business Litigation
Commercial Law
- Breach of Contract
- Contract Disputes
Construction
- Construction Disputes
- Dangerous Property
Consumer Law
- Consumer Class Actions
- Frauds, Scams, Hoaxes
Entertainment Law
- Film
- Gaming
Insurance - Commercial
- Bad Faith
- Insurance Malpractice
- Life Insurance
- Motor Vehicle Insurance
Internet (Cyberspace)
- Computer Crimes
Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Bar Admissions
HI, Nov 1975
Bar Number: 001685
Other Court Admissions
Hawaii - all courts state and federal; U.S. Supreme Court
Association Memberships
President Hawaii State Bar Association 2005- 2006
President and Founder of Hawaii Association of Justice
Board of Governors of the American Association of Justice - Washington DC
Fellow - Roscoe Pound Foundation
Board of Directors - Public Justice
President, Honolulu Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)
Continuing Education
I lecture on trial techniques and attend several trial lawyer seminars each year.
Papers and Publications
See my articles at - http://honolulu.injuryboard.com
Example Cases
Hawaii farmers versus DuPont - $44 million settlement
Explosion on ship injures seaman: $1.5 million settlement
Kauai condominium defect case - $3 million settlement
Scaffolding Collapse - Kauai - injured worker
Soils settlement foundation damage for Hawaii Kai homeowners (Kaku v. Bedford)
Education
University of Michigan
JD
Ann Arbor
1975
Law
University of Michigan
MS
Ann Arbor
MI
1971
Physics
University of Michigan
BS
Ann Arbor
MI
1966
Engineering Mathematics
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Hawaii
Firm Focus and History
The firm's focus is on trial and settlement of serious injury claims by individuals. I started this firm as founder in 1983.
Previous Employment Summary
I was trained by one of America's great trial lawyers, Hyman M. Greenstein.
Activities and Awards
President, Honolulu Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)
Ikena Award - HSBA - for public education initiatives
Legislative Commendation - for The Peoples Law School program in Hawaii
AVVO 10 rating
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
My best clients are educated in the law. I try to help them understand the law.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
In Hawaii we do not yet allow unbundled legal services. I do all legal work.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
This is not yet ethical in Hawaii. I will always talk to potential clients.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I want to help people and I want to make the world safer and prevent injuries.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I do all of the work on each case and my background in science is important.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I like people and want to help them recover from injury. I also promote safety.
What do you like best about your career?
I want people to remember me through my clients and what they accomplish.
Tell us about your law firm:
My two legal assistants have been here for 20 years. The clients deal only with me.
What are your strengths and style?
I work hard, have a vast amount of experience in court and I like people.
Personal Interests:
Sports: surfing, skiing, hiking, yoga, meditation. I read a lot and love music.
Office Manager/Assistant
Sandra Sardinha
Fax
(808) 843-0100
Office Hours
Monday thru Friday
7:15 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Cell: (808) 753-0290
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Most of my work is on a contingent fee basis.
Hourly Rates
$400
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes.
Typical Retainer
No.
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