Maui, HI – Car Accident, Injuries on Kula Hwy at MM 13

Maui, HI (January 4, 2025) – Officers with the Maui Police Department responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on Kula Highway at mile marker 13 on Saturday, January 4, and an unknown number of victim injuries was reported at the site.

According to MPD reports, the incident occurred on the Makai side of the roadway around 10:00 a.m. Along with the MPD, Engine 13 and area medics were dispatched. However, no further details were released related to the accident, and the investigation into the collision is still active and ongoing.

Our thoughts go out to the injured victims and their loved ones. We hope for their full recovery.

Car Accident Injuries in Hawaii

According to the Hawaii Department of Transportation, driving while intoxicated, speeding, and distracted driving are the main causes of traffic-related fatalities in Hawaii. What is the commonality among all these? They can be avoided. This indicates that many of the about 100 persons who perished in accidents in Hawaii in a recent year didn’t have to.

People often associate Hawaii with beautiful, white-sand beaches, but they usually overlook the number of bustling highways and roads that traverse the islands.

When it comes to car accidents in Hawaii, you can take legal action against the person who is at fault for the crash: the catch is that determining who is at fault can be a complex process. This is where comparative negligence laws come into play.

In Hawaii, the legal system follows the principle of comparative negligence, which means that responsibility for an accident can be shared among multiple parties. Under this law, a percentage of fault may be assigned to each of the involved parties based on their contribution to the collision. For example, if one driver was speeding and another failed to yield right-of-way, both drivers may be deemed partially responsible for the accident.

Since insurance companies will try to do everything in their power to shift the blame onto you, the injured party, it is in your best interest to work with the legal team that can help you protect your rights and get justice. A Maui car accident lawyer will be able to gather evidence for you against the defendant and prove your case to ensure you can hold them accountable for their actions and not let an insurance company take advantage of you.

At Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner, our goal is to provide the best legal support and representation for those who have been wrongfully injured. We are committed to fighting for justice on behalf of our clients and helping them receive the closure they deserve for their pain and suffering. Our team of experienced lawyers will handle every aspect of your case with dedication and empathy, allowing you to focus on healing. If you or a loved one has suffered from a personal injury, please do not hesitate to contact us at 808-537-2525 for a free consultation.

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 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. 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.