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Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers, a California law firm, is working with Hawaii-licensed lawyers Peter Horovitz, bar number 006920, and Loren Tilley, bar number 009243, and is actively involved in and representing victims of the August 2023 Maui wildfires.
According to multiple news reports, there is substantial evidence, such as utility equipment, burn progression, numerous witness accounts and videos, that the fire which devastated Lahaina was started by electrical equipment owned by Hawaiian Electric. A major grid fault was detected around 20 minutes before a fire was reported in Maui. As of August 24, 2023, at least 111 people have been declared dead due to the fire and over 650 people are still missing. At least 2,200 buildings have been destroyed or damaged in Maui.
Hawaiian Electric had prior warning about perfect fire conditions consisting of low humidity and hurricane-force winds. Hawaiian Electric should have shut off the electricity regarding the Maui Electric branch, but did not. We intend to hold Hawaiian Electric responsible for their negligence.
We and local Maui counsel Peter Horovitz and Loren Tilley of Horovitz & Tilley, LLP are contingency fee lawyers, so we will not charge you a fee to represent you for your wildfire loss until and unless we recover financial compensation for you. We want to help you. We are wildfire lawyers and our team has already recovered over $400 million against California utilities from past California wildfires.
Call today for a free consultation if you or a loved one suffered property damage, evacuation costs, loss of business, damage to your business, personal injury or death or any other loss as a result of the August 2023 wildfires. You will be eligible for financial compensation in a Maui wildfire lawsuit.
Financial Compensation Available for Maui Fire Victims: Consult With A Maui Wildfire Lawyer
If you have experienced financial losses because of the fire, it could be that all of your losses will not be covered by your insurance company. Our teams may be able to help you recover additional losses related to the wildfires which your insurance will not cover.
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Many people who end up being impacted by wildfires end up finding out that all of their losses won’t be covered by their insurance. Sometimes their insurance won’t completely cover the costs of replacing personal property, restoring landscaping or rebuilding homes.
We and our local Maui co-counsel Horovitz & Tilley can help recover underinsured and uninsured damages, including evacuation costs, damages for annoyance, damages for discomfort, property damage, as well as any attorney costs and fees.
If you experienced financial damages because of the August 2023 Maui wildfires, you can be eligible for financial compensation from Hawaiian Electric for:
- Medical expenses
- Costs of evacuation
- Loss of personal property or belongings
- Lost wages
- Replacement or repair costs for your property and/or home
- Damage to trees, timber or underwood
- Smoke damage
- Land value depreciation
- Personal injury and/or death
- Business losses
- Business interruption
- Emotional distress
- Lost crops
- Lost livestock or pets
- Funeral and burial expenses
Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers and Maui attorneys, Horovitz & Tilley, will work together and hire the finest experts who are vastly experienced in investigating wildfires.
Although investigators are still looking into the cause of the August 2023 wildfires, we believe Hawaiian Electric’s equipment is responsible for starting the fires. As a result, it’s crucial for you to hire battle-tested, experienced wildfire lawyers such as Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers and Horovitz & Tilley who will fight tooth and nail in order to protect all of your legal rights.
Why Should I Hire Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers as My Maui Wildfire Lawyer?
There are numerous reasons to work with the law firms of Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers and Horovitz & Tilley on your Maui wildfire case. We are vastly experienced wildfire lawyers. We have pursued many successful claims against utilities including PG&E and Southern California Edison regarding fires such as the Dixie Fire, Camp Fire, Mosquito Fire, McKinney Fire, Woolsey Fire, Thomas Fire, Fairview Fire and Mill Fire. We have filed thousands of legal actions on behalf of fire victims including businesses, homeowners and evacuees.
In addition, we have lawyers on our legal teams who have been in leadership positions in wildfire litigation.
Reasons to hire Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers and Horovitz & Tilley include:
We Have Access To The Finest Wildfire Experts
We have the experience and resources to take on a utility company such as Hawaiian Electric because we have successfully obtained over 2,500 settlements against utility companies. Our resources include the best experts who will prove up your claim to the fullest degree possible.
Based on the unique circumstances of your case, our legal team might use weather experts, fire liability causation experts, aborists, business valuators and residential valuators. We corroborate evidence with the help of these experts to help build your case and establish that all of your damages were the result of Hawaiian Electric’s negligence. These experts can provide valuable testimony which supports the value of the losses of you and your family.
Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers And Horovitz & Tilley Are Maui And California Contingency Fee Lawyers
This means that you will not be charged any fee until and unless we recover money to compensate you for your losses. We will never charge an upfront fee. We offer a free consultation. The only fee we charge is a percentage of whatever money we recover for you. This deal allows fire victims such as yourself to afford quality legal representation so you can obtain the best result possible.
We’ve Gotten Great Results
Our wildfire lawyers have been representing clients since 1990. We have recovered over $400 million for clients. Some of our 5-star reviews include:
- “I am so grateful for their help. They are an excellent law firm and I would highly recommend them.” – Yasbel G.
- “They took care of me when I felt lost. Their staff is great and knowledgeable.” – Jennifer G.
- “They treated me respectfully and always provided quick, excellent responses to any questions I had. They did a great job negotiating with the insurance company for me.” – Tulia A.
We are extremely proud that we have been given hundreds of great reviews on prominent review websites like Yelp, Yellowpages and Angie’s List. Our legal team will work on your case just as hard as we’d work on any other case. We aren’t afraid to fight against a big utility company like Hawaiian Electric and fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
Myths Regarding Wildfire Lawsuits
There are common myths regarding who can file lawsuits against utilities responsible for starting wildfires. These myths include:
Lawsuits Can Only Be Filed By Those Who Are Insured
You don’t have to have an insurance policy or be insured if you want to file a Maui wildfire lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric. We can file a Maui wildfire lawsuit at no cost to you against Hawaiian Electric for you. This lawsuit is a legal claim which is not dependent on an insurance policy.
If you have an insurance policy, we can file a lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric even if your insurance policy partially covered your losses. This lawsuit would look to recover all additional losses which your insurance doesn’t cover.
Only Homeowners Can File Lawsuits
Those who are not homeowners can file Maui Fire lawsuits. Lawsuits may be filed for many reasons, such as loss of a rental home, evacuations costs, loss of personal property, health issues, etc., caused by the Maui Fire. We are also representing vacationers who had to evacuate from the fires.
Only Wrongful Death Or Personal Injury Victims Can File Lawsuits
You can file a Maui wildfire lawsuit even if you haven’t suffered wrongful death or injury because of the Maui wildfires. You can file lawsuits for other reasons like business interruption, evacuation costs or property damage.
Only Documented Losses Can Be Recovered In Lawsuits
Documents absolutely help in wildfire lawsuits. However, you don’t need to have documents which prove each and every loss you suffered. If you lack documentation, you can still qualify to file a Maui wildfire lawsuit. You can have a claim simply because you had to evacuate.
What Should I Do After The Maui Fires?
If you have been harmed by the Maui wildfires, you have legal rights. Steps exist for you to take to make sure you protect these rights, even if it looks like all of your losses could be covered by your insurance. If you are a Maui wildfire victim, you should:
- Immediately contact your insurance company, report all losses and ask for a copy of your insurance policy.
- Document everything you can, like medical bills, correspondence with the insurance company, bills, etc. Take photographs of any property damage.
- Keep a list of anything damaged or destroyed by the Maui wildfires.
- Keep receipts regarding any evacuation expenses, like the costs of lodging, clothing or food.
- Call us today at 808-736-1990 so we can ensure an insurance company or Hawaiian Electric won’t act in bad faith. Insurance companies and Hawaiian Electric may refuse to give you a fair settlement offer if you’re not represented by a lawyer, even if you have an insurance policy covering all of your losses.
Wildfire Damage Types
Wildfires can have devastating effects on businesses and homes. The Maui fires are no different. It’s important for you to accurately assess all of your property damage in your wildfire lawsuit and contact us.
Damage types seen in wildfires include:
- Heat and burn damage: Heat and burn damage is the most destructive type of wildfire damage. When belongings or structures are melted or burnt, they often end up not being salvageable. This leads to huge costs.
- Smoke and soot damage: Smoke and soot damage are long-term damage and might take up to months to treat effectively. Soot and smoke stick to things and can result in destroyed or contaminated furniture, floording, ceilings, walls, curtains, ductwork and more.
- Mold and water damage: Firefighters need water to put out wildfires. However, it can cause significant mold and water damage. Mold can grow as quickly as within 24 hours and can rapidly spread, so delays in treatment might lead to costly, extensive damage.
If your home was damaged by the Maui wildfires, our Maui wildfire lawyers will obtain the full value of your losses for you. Remember, there is no charge to you. Turn to Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers and Horovitz & Tilley for our guidance, support and the resources you require in this difficult time.
Do I Need A Maui Wildfire Lawyer?
Many people mistakenly believe they can successfully represent themselves in a lawsuit against a utility company involving a wildfire. However, lawsuits like these are complex because of numerous factors, especially if they involve a utility company like Hawaiian Electric who has the money to afford expensive lawyers. If you don’t have legal training and legal experience, you will not have the time, energy or resources in order to represent yourself while recovering from the damages and/or injuries you suffered in the Maui wildfires. Because of this, you should call us now for a free case evaluation so we can provide you with legal representation.
Many fire victims who suffer damaged or destroyed homes as well as economic losses end up discovering that insurance companies deny their insurance claims. While many insurance providers offer fire protection, it’s typically specified by insurance companies what types of fires are and are not covered. Our wildfire lawyers help wildfire victims understand their insurance coverage and deal with insurance adjusters.
Our Maui wildfire attorneys will advocate for you and be your strongest allies for all of your losses. With an attorney, you are able to file a claim against Hawaiian Electric with regards to the Maui wildfires. By filing a lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric over your fire damages, you can recover compensation for all of your losses.
How Did MECO Contribute To The Fires?
Lawsuits allege that Maui Electric Company (MECO) should have shut off the power on the day of the Maui wildfires but did not shut it off in time to prevent the fires. Lawsuits also allege that Maui Electric Company’s equipment was inadequately designed and maintained, with bare, uninsulated wire hanging over vegetation. Hawaiian Electric Company is the parent company of Maui Electric Company.
2023 Maui Wildfires
The 2023 Maui wildfires impacted many communities, such as:
Lāhainā Wildfire
Lāhainā was the most severely damaged community by the wildfires. 93 people were reported dead in Lāhainā as of August 13, 2023. Call us today for a free consultation if you were impacted by Lahaina Fire.
Kāʻanapali Wildfire
Residents of Kāʻanapali needed to evacuate a wildfire on August 11, 2023. Call us today for a free case evaluation if you were affected by the wildfire in Kāʻanapali, including if you needed to evacuate.
Kīhei Wildfire
Residents of Kīhei needed to evacuate a fire which had entered the town by August 9, 2023. Call us today for a free consultation if you or a loved one were affected by the wildfire in Kīhei, including if you had to evacuate.
Kula Wildfire
Residents of Kula needed to evacuate a fire which started on August 8, 2023. Call us today for a free case evaluation if you or a loved one ended up being affected by this fire, including if an evacuation was necessary.
2023 Updates
Experienced Wildfire Lawyers
The legal teams of Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers and Horovitz & Tilley are Maui and California lawyers and seasoned trial attorneys who are experienced in successfully representing wildfire victims and their loved ones.
We strive to provide unparalleled legal representation while we support our clients through the difficulties arising from wildfires. We handle cases from beginning to end with the goal of obtaining the largest possible cash award for each of our clients.
Our firm’s lawyers have over 95 years of combined legal experience. We have recovered over $250,000,000 for wildfire clients and have an impressive track record of verdicts and settlements of $1 million or more.
We take great pride in conducting rigorous preparation, doing thorough investigations and making sure our clients only consult with the finest, most qualified experts.
Our success is the result of leaving no stone unturned. Our greatest satisfaction is obtaining results for our clients which fully compensate them for everything they’ve endured.
Call us today for a free case evaluation if you or a loved one suffered evacuation costs, property damage, damage to your business, injury or death because of the August 2023 Maui wildfires. You can also email us at info@personalinjurylawcal.com, text us from this page or fill out the free case evaluation on this page.
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