Truck and SUV Collide on S Kihei Rd in Kihei, HI
September 27, 2026
Kihei, HI (September 27, 2026) – A truck and an SUV were involved in a crash at South Kihei Road and Welakahau Road in Kihei on Sunday, September 27.
Emergency units responded to assist those involved. Further details about the extent of their injuries have not yet been released.
The investigation into the cause of the crash remains ongoing.
Our hearts are with everyone involved as they recover.
How Do Truck Accident Claims Work in Kihei, HI?
A truck accident claim in Kihei may begin with medical care and your own insurance coverage before you seek payment from the responsible party’s insurer. From there, the claim may end in a negotiated settlement or continue into a lawsuit if the parties cannot agree.
Because Hawaii follows a no-fault insurance system, your personal injury protection coverage generally pays early medical expenses regardless of who caused the crash. PIP benefits apply up to your policy limits and can help cover treatment while the broader claim develops.
When your losses go beyond what PIP covers, you may be able to pursue the truck driver’s insurer if Hawaii’s legal requirements are met. That claim may include lost income, pain and suffering, and other qualifying losses that fall outside your no-fault benefits.
If the truck was being used for work, the driver may not be the only party connected to the claim. The truck owner or the driver’s employer may also be responsible depending on their relationship to the vehicle and the work being performed.
Under Hawaii’s modified comparative negligence rule, your compensation is reduced by your share of fault. You generally cannot recover damages if you are found more than 50 percent responsible, making the assigned percentage important to the value of your claim.
If the insurer will not offer a fair settlement, filing a lawsuit may become the next step. Hawaii generally gives you two years from the crash date to file a personal injury lawsuit, although the facts of a case can affect how the deadline applies.
Determining who can be held responsible for a truck crash can be difficult when several people, companies, or insurance policies are involved. A Kihei personal injury lawyer can investigate the wreck, identify the parties that may be responsible, and determine which insurance policies may cover your losses.
Our team at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner helps people across Hawaii after truck crashes. We review each case carefully, explain how the claims process may apply, and provide guidance based on your circumstances.
A truck accident in Kihei can leave you with questions about insurance, medical costs, and what to do next. Call Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner at (808) 537-2525 to discuss your case and learn how we can help you move forward.
Notes: Our team of writers uses secondary sources such as news reports, 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.