Monday Wreck on Hana Hwy Causes Injuries in Kahului, HI
June 17, 2026
Kahului, HI (June 17, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash on Monday, June 15, left at least one person injured on Hana Highway at East Kamehameha Avenue in Kahului.
Emergency units responded to the scene. Officials have not yet confirmed the number of people hurt or the severity of their injuries.
The Maui Police Department continues to investigate the collision.
We hope everyone involved is safe and recovering….
What Are Your Legal Options After a Wreck in Kahului, HI?
If you were hurt in a crash in Kahului, your first option is to file a personal injury protection claim through your own insurance. Hawaii is a no-fault state, so your policy covers initial medical costs. Once your injuries meet Hawaii’s legal threshold, you can pursue the at-fault driver.
After you file your PIP claim, track every medical bill it pays and every cost it does not cover. PIP has a cap, so you may need another recovery path once expenses pass that limit. Knowing where your coverage ends helps you plan your next step.
When your injuries meet Hawaii’s threshold, you may file a liability claim against the other driver’s insurance. This claim can cover medical bills beyond PIP, lost wages, and pain. The at-fault driver’s policy often becomes the next source of compensation.
In Kahului, intersections along Hana Highway, East Kamehameha Avenue, and Dairy Road handle heavy local and tourist traffic daily. Two-car crashes at these crossings often happen when drivers misjudge gaps or fail to yield. Unfamiliar drivers on Maui roads can raise the risk at each turn.
If the insurance company offers less than your full costs, filing a personal injury lawsuit may be another option. A lawsuit can seek future medical costs, long-term lost income, and reduced quality of life. It can also push the insurer to take your losses seriously.
Because Hawaii uses a modified comparative fault system, the other driver’s insurer may argue that you shared blame. If your fault reaches 51 percent or more, you cannot collect compensation. This rule makes it important to avoid statements that could increase your assigned fault.
While every case is different, a Kahului car accident lawyer can review the facts and explain which option fits your situation. Early legal help can keep the insurance company from pushing the cheapest path for them. An attorney handles the claim while you focus on getting better.
Our team at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner helps drivers across Maui understand their legal options after crashes on busy roads. We can explain which path applies to your case and guide you through each step.
If you were hurt in a wreck in Kahului, call Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner at (808) 537-2525.
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 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.