How Can I Find Reputable Maui Fire Lawyers?
Reputable Maui Fire Lawyers
The deadliest wildfire in the history of the United States ripped through Hawaii’s historic West Maui, destroying homes, places of worship, businesses and claiming the lives of 100 people. Hundreds more are missing, and it is estimated that rebuilding will cost billions of dollars. The fire was fueled by hot, dry conditions and strong winds, which were created by Hurricane Lane and other factors, such as climate change.
In addition to the many personal tragedies caused by this catastrophic event, thousands of homes were destroyed and tens of thousands more were displaced. Some were left with nothing, while others had to leave their beloved pets behind. Many people have been financially impacted by the fire and may be entitled to compensation. Unfortunately, insurance companies often do not provide adequate coverage for all losses. Fortunately, our team of Maui fire lawyers can help you recover uninsured losses including loss of property, evacuation costs, damage to vehicles and more.
We are one of the most reputable and experienced teams of lawyers in Hawaii, and we have handled numerous complex cases, including several wildfire lawsuits. We will work hard to make sure you get the money you deserve to cover all of your financial losses.
How Can I Find Reputable Maui Fire Lawyers?
Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in Maui after the deadly Lahaina wildfire. As a result, they had to pay for accommodations and other expenses that were not covered by their home or auto insurance policies. We can help you recover these uninsured losses as well as any other damages resulting from the 2023 Maui wildfires.
The fires in Lahaina were started by power lines operated by Hawaiian Electric, causing them to spark and spread quickly. The company has been accused of negligence, trespass and nuisance. It was also criticized for not having a plan in place to shut down its power lines before the high winds could cause them to ignite.
One of the lawsuits against HECO was filed on behalf of a family that lost their home in the blaze. It cites several pieces of evidence, such as videos and witness accounts, that suggest the utility was to blame for starting the blaze. It accuses it of years of neglect, and says the company knew the area was at risk for wildfire due to its dry environment and overgrowth of flammable non-native plants.
Another lawsuit was filed on behalf of a man who died in the flames. It says the 79-year-old was trapped in his vehicle as he tried to escape from the inferno, and it accuses the utility of failing to properly maintain its power lines and manage vegetation.
It was also claimed that the utility failed to notify the public of the fire dangers by broadcasting warnings on radio and TV stations, or posting notices in local newspapers. It also accuses the company of not following its own rules and regulations regarding maintenance of vegetation near power lines.