Maui, HI – Injuries Reported in Car Crash at Pu’unene & Ka’ahumanu Aves

Maui, HI (August 16, 2024)– A serious vehicle crash happened in the Maui area on Friday evening, August 16, and local officers with the Maui Police Department reported to the scene to investigate.

Shortly before 7:45 p.m., emergency responders were sent to the scene. The incident apparently involved at least two vehicles colliding in the stretch along Pu’unene Avenue and Ka’ahumanu Avenue in Kahului. Officials stated that the vehicles blocked the entire intersection after the initial accident at the scene.

A number of potential victim injuries were also reported, requiring MPD officers and Maui Fire Department squads to respond. That said, the circumstances of the accident are currently being investigated by the police, and no further details were made available. Witnesses were asked to come forward and speak with the MPD if they had additional information connected to the crash.

Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery.

Car Accident Injuries in Maui

Serious vehicle collisions and accidents involving multiple drivers are a major issue in the United States and throughout the state of Hawaii. In fact, close to 10,000 car crashes are reported annually in Hawaii, and these incidents cause thousands of people to sustain injuries. Furthermore, every year, more than six million car wrecks are reported nationwide, most of which are caused by driver negligence. 

Driver negligence can be displayed in countless ways. However, the most common are speeding, intoxication, distraction, and fatigue. Drivers who pay attention to their phones, the radio, other people in their cars, and anything other than the roadway while operating their motor vehicles put themselves and everyone else at risk for serious injuries or even fatalities. 

For example, in one recent year, over 11,000 people were killed due to auto accidents caused by speeding. Speeding is one of the most dangerous types of driver negligence because it leaves drivers no time to stop in case of an accident and increases the dangers and risk of catastrophic injuries in the case of a crash. 

Sustaining injuries in a traffic collision is never easy. You may be dealing with debilitating pain, suffering, emotional trauma, overwhelming stress, and more. Your finances may be under assault due to outstanding medical bills, vehicle repair costs, and wage loss. Allow a lawyer to help you gather the financial compensation you need to cover the costs related to your crash.

Contact the law office of Leavitt, Yamane, & Soldner if you or someone you love were injured in an accident caused by negligence. A car crash attorney can help you get the money you need to pay for the costs related to your injuries. Medical bills, lost wages, vehicle repairs, and more may be eligible for financial compensation when you’re hurt in a crash caused by negligence. 

You can call our office at (808) 537-2525 to talk to a skilled car accident attorney in Maui regarding your claim. You deserve to be able to recover without having to worry, especially if the actions of a negligent driver caused your injuries. Call us as soon as you can to learn more.

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 information that is incorrect, 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. 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.