Maui, HI – Injury Accident on Hana Hwy near Haleakala Hwy

Maui, HI (September 23, 2023) – A major car crash was reported to police in Maui on the evening of September 23. Just before 5:00 p.m., emergency responders went to the scene on the Hana Highway. 

Police and paramedics helped the injured crash victims who were then transported to the hospital for treatment. At this time, the names of the people involved in the crash have not been reported. 

Authorities in Maui are still working to figure out how the incident took place. The roadway was blocked for some time, causing significant traffic delays. 

We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.

Hawaii Car Accidents

Car accidents cause serious injuries and fatalities every day in the United States. In fact, over 7,500 people are injured in auto accidents each day, while over 100 end up losing their lives. Per year, about 40,000 people are killed in car crashes throughout the nation, and over 3 million sustain injuries. The causes of these wrecks can vary greatly; however, the majority of them happen due to driver negligence. Negligent driving has risen to the top of the list of reasons that auto collisions happen in the US, and only continue to happen more often each year. 

Drivers who operate their vehicles while engaging in negligent behaviors are putting themselves and everyone whom they encounter on the road at serious risk of sustaining catastrophic or even fatal injuries. Some common injuries that result from car accidents in the United States include broken bones, neck injuries, back injuries, spinal cord injuries, whiplash, and brain injuries. Sadly, some people will never fully recover from the injuries they sustain in auto accidents. Their entire lives will be affected, and they will have to have daily help to complete average tasks. This can be devastating for anyone, especially those who previously supported their family financially. Injured crash victims may end up losing their jobs, hobbies, and more after their accidents. This can be extremely overwhelming, stress-inducing, and depressing. 

If any of this sounds familiar, and you have been hurt in an accident, you need to figure out how the crash occurred, especially if you believe it was the fault of another person. If you think a negligent driver caused your accident, you might be eligible for financial compensation that can help you pay for the costs that stem from your accident. Do not allow your accident to take over your life or change it for the worse. You deserve to be able to recover without worrying about money or your future. A car crash lawyer in Hawaii can help you file a personal injury claim for financial compensation so you can get the money you need to recover.

Contact our dedicated Hawaii legal team today at 808-537-2525 for a free consultation so we can get started on recovering what is rightfully yours.

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. 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.