Maui Co, HI – Fatal Pedestrian Wreck at Keala Pl & Kihei Rd

Maui County, HI (September 6, 2024) – A road closure at Keala Place on South Kihei Road was put in place by area authorities in Maui County late Thursday evening, September 5, due to a fatal accident involving a pedestrian and at least one other vehicle.

Local authorities and witnesses reported that the pedestrian was killed as a result of the crash, which took place just before midnight. It’s unclear if the driver involved stayed at the site or if anybody else was hurt in the incident.

In the interim, however, no further details were released, and an investigation is still ongoing and it’s being handled by local law enforcement authorities. Any additional witnesses or those with information related to the collision were asked to contact officers with the Maui Police Department as soon as possible.

We offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. Our thoughts also go out to any injured victims and their loved ones.

Fatal Vehicle Crashes in Hawaii

A personal injury or wrongful death suit allows victims and their families to claim economic damages, such as medical costs and lost income, as well as non-economic damages, like pain and suffering. That said, the statute of limitations on personal injury claims in Hawaii is two years from the day of your accident. Most insurance carriers, however, will not wait that long for you to make your claim. Car insurance policies typically contain provisions for making your claim promptly, which generally means within a few days.

Proving these kinds of cases demands an experienced and knowledgeable wrongful death lawyer in Maui who understands Hawaii’s personal injury laws and knows how to file a strong and convincing wrongful death claim. Furthermore, a well-versed lawyer may be able to find other sources of reimbursement, like uninsured motorist coverage in cases involving a driver with no insurance or underinsurance motorist coverage in cases involving drivers with inadequate coverage.

Like other no-fault insurance states, Hawaii also sets a tort threshold for suing the negligent driver in a traffic accident. In Hawaii, you may only file a personal injury suit if:

• You suffered medical expenses and other related damages totaling $5,000 or more
• You sustained severe or permanent injuries like the loss of a bodily function, loss of a body part, or disfigurement

This threshold applies to personal injury claims, as Hawaii has no value restriction for filing a suit for property damage. The two-year statute of limitations still applies to property lawsuits, and the same timely reporting requirements apply to insurance claims.

Regardless of the details surrounding your accident, our legal team at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner understands the life-altering consequences of personal injuries and wrongful deaths. Our unwavering commitment to justice propels our team of dedicated attorneys to champion the cause of all our clients. We firmly believe in holding those responsible for causing harm accountable while enabling our clients to reclaim their lives after such traumatic events.

If you have recently lost a beloved family member due to a motor vehicle collision in Hawaii, we strongly urge you to reach out to our compassionate legal team at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Call us at 808-537-2525 to schedule a complimentary consultation. Let us guide you towards achieving the justice and closure you rightfully deserve.

Notes: Our team of writers uses secondary sources such as news reports and local and state police incident reports to create these posts. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this particular accident, so if there is any incorrect information, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner right away so that we can update the post right away to reflect the most accurate information available. 

Disclaimer: This post is not a solicitation for business. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. If you are injured in an accident, seek medical assistance immediately.