Maui and Lahaina Wildfire Claims Attorneys
Fighting for the rights of those whose lives have been devastated by wildfires caused by negligence
Haslerud Law has extensive experience prosecuting cases against public utilities that have caused wildfires resulting in catastrophic property damage, personal injury, and death. The cause of the fires is often related to a utility company’s failure to maintain its electrical equipment, including inadequate clearance between power lines and surrounding trees and shrubbery. Further, the failure to not deenergize power lines during a High Wind Watch and Red Flag Warning may also be the cause of the fire.
NOW ACCEPTING CASES FROM THE LAHAINA FIRE
Know your rights when it comes to recovering from a natural disaster
When electricity, natural gas and water companies fail to meet the standard required of public utilities, they put millions of people at risk of disasters, such as wildfires, gas leaks and floods. Moreover, these public utility companies may not inform you of their mistakes, and it’s up to you to know your legal rights. Haslerud Law’s legal team understands the complex local, state and federal utility regulations, and we can determine the best strategies to hold negligent public utility companies accountable.
Let’s talk about wildfire claims. Call our team at (808) 400-8720.
What wildfire victims need to know:
If you or someone you know was a victim of a public utility accident resulting in a wildfire you may be able to recover monetary compensation for:
- Wrongful death of a family member/ loved one
- Damage to or loss of your home
- Personal property damage
- Loss of Pets, livestock and animals
- Costs of evacuation
- Loss of earnings
Even if you have homeowner’s insurance, it might not be enough to cover your losses. A sad fact discovered by many fire victims is that after reconstructing or repairing their property, the insurance proceeds do not fully compensate them for the damages they suffered, including the cost of rebuilding their home or replacing their personal property and landscaping. In many cases, replacement costs are two to three times greater than the amount allocated for in the insurance policy.