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Justice for Maui Fire Victims
If you were affected by the Maui Fire, Singleton Schreiber is here to help you recover from this terrible tragedy. If you or a loved one experienced burn or smoke inhalation injuries, wrongful death, an evacuation, property damage or loss, or other damages, our fire attorneys can help you navigate the complexities of your unique fire case and be a fearless advocate for what matters to you.
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Client-Centered Justice
How we can help
At Singleton Schreiber, our clients are at the center of every decision we make. Our experienced team understands how overwhelming the aftermath of a fire can be, which is why we handle each case with care. Individuals and businesses face exceptional challenges, and we are determined to fight tirelessly to protect their rights and secure the outcomes they deserve.
Our attorneys stand by fire victims, offering comprehensive assistance:
Pursuing legal action against entities responsible for the fire
Navigating FEMA and government claims
Ensuring receipt of maximum owed insurance benefits
Pay No Fees Unless We Win
Get the Justice You Deserve
Experienced any of the following? You may be eligible for compensation.
Expensive Evacuation
Expenses such as hotel and food you wouldn’t have had if you weren’t evacuated
Home/Structure Loss
Damaged or destroyed property, personal possessions, or land
Wrongful Death/Serious Injury
The loss of life or a life-altering injury inflicted on you or a loved one
Business Loss
Damaged or destroyed building(s), equipment, inventory, or lost sales/income
Underinsured Property
A common issue that affects homeowners and renters when insurance doesn’t cover rebuilding costs or property damages in full
Psychological Impact
Lingering trauma, emotional distress, lost sense of safety, and development or worsening of mental health disorders
Background
Fire details & Investigation
The Maui wildfires ignited on August 8th in the town of Lahaina in West Maui and the Kula District located in the central part of the island. The Lahaina Fire burned 2,170 acres and damaged or destroyed 2,207 structures in the historic town. At least 97 people were killed and hospitals were overwhelmed with burn and smoke inhalation victims. In the Kula area of Maui, 19 homes have been destroyed across the 202-acre fire.
The cause of the fires is still under investigation, but early evidence points to power lines downed by high winds. Hawai'i was under a red flag warning for fire risk due to wind speeds as high as 60 miles per hour combined with warm temperatures and dry conditions. The island's four main utility companies are being accused of not preparing for the coming weather and for not properly maintaining their equipment, which was reportedly outdated and not up to safety standards.
Singleton Schreiber's experienced Hawai'i wildfire attorneys have already filed two lawsuits against the utility companies and can help you get the compensation you deserve to recover from this disaster.
Testimonials
Our great clients
We were very pleased with the professionalism and integrity of the Singleton law firm and with the outcome of our case. We have recommended them to friends who lost their homes and possessions in the Camp Fire.
Galvan
Thorough and responsive to my inquiries... friendly, helpful...extremely professional. I would recommend this law firm to anyone in need of assistance in seeking fair compensation for property losses, especially from woodland fires.
Angus
They worked hard for me. They straightened out my problems with FEMA and got me the money I deserved from PG&E for them causing the fire.
Sue
Our Team
Meet Your Fearless Advocates
With approximately 270 staff members and over 50 attorneys we have represented more victims of wildfires than any other law firm in the United States – over 14,000 victims and local government agencies seeking compensation for damages caused by wildfires in California, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, Colorado, and Utah.
The firm’s attorneys work hand-in-hand with homeowners, renters, businesses, and municipalities in dealing with government claims, insurance claims, utility-related lawsuits, and more. We fight for regular people and put our clients first. What justice means to you, that’s what matters. Fearless advocacy. That’s how we win.
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Get the care and compensation you deserve today. Call our team or fill out the contact form to book your FREE consultation with our fire experts today.
Hawai'i Licensed Attorneys
Paul Starita is Senior Trial Counsel at Singleton Schreiber with over 29 years of experience as a trial attorney. He represents plaintiffs in catastrophic personal injury and mass tort matters in state and federal courts.
Born and raised in Maui and based in our Hawai’i office, Julia Bryant is a member of our fire litigation and mass tort divisions. Mr. Starita and Ms. Bryant are licensed to represent victims of the Maui wildfires.
Paul Starita
Julia Bryant
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