Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals

Hawai'i Government Employees Association v. Department of Public Safety - Correction

The Hawai'i Intermediate Court of Appeals has issued an order correcting minor errors in its August 18, 2025 opinion in Hawai'i Government Employees Association v. Department of Public Safety. The corrections involve specific word changes and formatting adjustments within the published opinion.

Newtown Estates Community Association v. Walk the Good Life, LLC - Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment in favor of Newtown Estates Community Association against Walk the Good Life, LLC. The case involved alleged violations of community association Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions.

Hawai'i Government Employees Association v. Department of Public Safety - Court Opinion Correction

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has issued an order correcting minor typographical errors in its August 18, 2025 opinion in Hawai'i Government Employees Association v. Department of Public Safety. The corrections involve specific word changes and formatting adjustments within the published text.

Hircajo III v. State - Court Opinion

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued an opinion on March 6, 2026, in Hircajo III v. State. The court dismissed a motion for reconsideration as untimely, citing the Hawaii Rules of Appellate Procedure.

Mcaneeley v. Fukushima - Harassment Injunction Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals is reviewing an appeal filed by Doreen Fukushima against an injunction against harassment issued by the District Court of the First Circuit. Fukushima argues the injunction violated her constitutional rights. The court's decision will impact the application of harassment laws and due process in the state.

W.C. v. T.C. - Hawaii Family Court Custody Modification Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a family court's decision denying a mother's motion to modify a custody order for unsupervised visitation. The court found the mother failed to prove a change in circumstances warranting modification.

TBC Koloa Town, LLC v. Pizzetta, Inc. - Contempt Order Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals is reviewing a contempt order against Catherine M. Shyne. The court noted significant non-compliance with appellate rules in Shyne's opening brief, potentially impacting the appeal's progression. The case involves a contempt order related to a civil case.

A.B. v. J.M. - Appeal Dismissed for Lack of Jurisdiction

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued an amended order dismissing the appeal of J.M. in the case A.B. v. J.M. The dismissal is due to a lack of jurisdiction, as the Family Court had not entered a final order for dissolution of marriage, and the appealed order was not independently appealable. The court will take no further action on related orders.

In re Tanaka Trust - Trust Dispute Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals filed an opinion on March 5, 2026, regarding an appeal in the matter of the Raymond K. Tanaka Trust. The case involves a dispute over residential property ownership and Lance K. Tanaka's beneficial interests in the trust.

A.B. v. J.M. - Appeal Dismissed for Lack of Jurisdiction

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has dismissed the appeal in A.B. v. J.M. (Docket No. CAAP-25-0000623) due to a lack of jurisdiction. The court found that the Family Court had not entered a final order for dissolution of marriage, and the appealed order was not independently appealable.