Maui fire lawyers
Maui fire lawyers help clients make their lives whole after a calamitous natural disaster. Our firm has a long tradition of advancing plaintiff-focused personal injury cases, including cases against public utility juggernauts like PG&E and other major energy providers. We have the resources and experience necessary to successfully pursue a claim against any company responsible for causing catastrophic fires.
We will fight to ensure the victims of Hawaii’s Lahaina wildfires receive the full amount of compensation they deserve from those responsible for their loss. Our attorneys will assess your claims and take the time to fully understand your situation. We will explain the legal process and what to expect as you work through your case. If you have suffered damages due to the recent Maui fires, contact our firm right away to schedule your free consultation.
The recent wildfires in Maui, affecting many communities, have sparked a wave of lawsuits against several parties, including the power companies and government officials. These Maui fire lawyers claim the state, county and local governments are responsible for not preparing and implementing the proper systems to protect residents and businesses from catastrophic wildfires. The lawsuits also claim state and county officials ignored forecasts that could have warned people to evacuate in advance.
What experience do Maui fire lawyers have with wildfire cases?
One of the first wrongful death suits filed over the Maui fires was against the electric company. The lawsuit alleges that Hawaiian Electric failed to de-energize power lines in a timely manner in the face of high wind and fire warnings. It also alleges that the utility company failed to maintain its infrastructure.
A lawyer for a group representing families who lost homes in the fire said the lawsuit would be “very substantial” and would seek compensation for damages from Hawaiian Electric. The lawyer also says he expects there will be other wrongful death suits in the future against the company.
According to reports, the lawsuit accuses Hawaiian Electric of ignoring national standards for protecting evidence following a disaster such as this. The lawsuit claims the utility company removed power poles, lines and equipment from the scene of the fire before investigators were able to access it. The lawsuit is seeking damages for wrongful death, severe personal injury and property damage.
Maui Wrongful Death Lawyer Susan Handel believes those that have caused the death and injuries of others because of the fires should be held accountable to the full extent of the law. She will use her extensive experience in a wide range of wrongful death cases, including those resulting from wildfires, to obtain maximum compensation for her clients.
Many people believe insurance will cover the losses they suffer after a devastating wildfire, but in reality this is rarely the case. In fact, even those who did not lose a home may have the right to file a lawsuit against those responsible for the fires for other losses such as medical bills or business interruption expenses. To learn more, attend a free webinar with the experienced team at Walkup, our California-based personal injury firm.