Hawaii Wildfire Lawyers

Wildfires across the United States are becoming increasingly common, but evidence suggests that many of these fires have been preventable. Maui’s Lahaina Fire is, no doubt, the most devastating fire Hawaii has experienced. This truly tragic wildfire has stolen the lives of thousands of innocent people and families. The sights and smells of seeing your property and the land you love charred black is not something most people understand. But experiencing death of a loved one due to the senseless, preventable wildfires is beyond words. We want to help.

Our Hawaii Maui wildfire lawyer team is led by Hawaii-trained and licensed physician and lawyer Dr. Brad Bradshaw. We understand what it’s like to lose someone we love in the most senseless of ways. We also know local laws and are dedicated to protecting and advocating for our neighbors and community.

What Can I Do if I Lost a Loved One in Maui’s Lahaina Fire?

At the time of this post, 115 people have been confirmed dead and hundreds more are missing. Every one of those who died was someone’s child, someone’s partner, someone’s friend. Every single person was loved by someone, and there is nothing that can ease the pain for those left behind.

But there is justice, and there is prevention. That’s where we come in.

Strong evidence suggests that this horrific fire was human-caused and that these senseless losses did not have to happen. OnderLaw has a long history of holding corporations and other entities accountable for the harm they have done, and we are honored to stand with Hawaii fire victims by protecting their rights, honoring those who have been lost, and seeking accountability.

Never again should a fire like this happen. We are dedicated to ensuring that victims receive justice and that those responsible will not ever repeat the careless actions they took — and failed to take — and cause more harm to our friends and neighbors.

If you suffered losses, including the tragic loss of a loved one or even destruction of your business or property due to the Lahaina Fire, first, we offer our sincere condolences. We understand how deeply painful these losses are.

We want to help. Call OnderLaw’s Hawaii wildfire lawyers, led by Hawaii physician and lawyer Dr. Brad Bradshaw, at 808-500-6464

How Did the Lahaina Fire Start?

According to video footage from near the Maui Bird Conservation Center, sparks from a faulty power line ignited dry brush and quickly spread, causing widespread damage. Fueled by a deadly trifecta of low moisture, high winds, and steep canyons, the fire rushed toward Lahaina at remarkably high speeds.

Who Is Responsible for the Fire?

Though information is still becoming available, there are several entities that could potentially be held responsible for the Lahaina Fire:

1. Hawaiian Electric. The electric company failed to maintain the power line that caused the strike, despite unusually dry conditions that should have prompted them to remain diligent. They also had no plan in place to cut power in vulnerable areas, knowing that the island was incurring high winds and was at an elevated level of fire danger. To make matters more inexcusable, the power company was warned of a potential repeat after a 2018 fire ignited due to a similar weather situation.
2. Oil Companies. In 2020, Maui County filed a lawsuit against some of the world’s biggest oil and gas companies, alleging that they concealed and denied their knowledge that burning fossil fuels was dangerously changing the climate. These dramatic changes are believed to be at a tipping point and a serious contributing factor to causing an increase in wildfires worldwide.
3. State of Hawaii and Maui County. Though the wildfire was racing toward residential areas, state and county officials failed to warn residents by utilizing the warning system specifically designed for emergencies such as these. Countless lives and property could have been saved if people had only been warned of the danger.
4. State and corporate water entities. Long after the Maui fire is extinguished, the battle over water rights will continue to rage. Representatives of some subdivisions charred in the blaze say their requests for water for fire prevention were denied. Other communities say that water diverted to other areas left their neighborhoods vulnerable.

Do I Need a Lawyer to File a Hawaii Fire Lawsuit?

OnderLaw’s Hawaii wildfire attorney Brad Bradshaw and our team of dedicated legal and medical advocates are investigating claims against each of these potential defendants for the wildfires. We’ve taken on some of the largest corporations in the world, and we are proud to support our friends, neighbors, and communities in Hawaii’s wildfire litigation.

In situations like these, nothing can truly make up for the losses that so many have endured. Our team of experienced lawyers can make sure that they receive justice, however. We will fight for your rights and make sure you get the compensation you deserve. We can also help you understand your legal rights and options.

OnderLaw is investigating claims against Hawaiian Electric for the wildfires. We are a law firm that specializes in catastrophic injury litigation. We have a team of experienced lawyers who will fight for your rights and make sure you get the compensation you deserve.

We understand that this is a difficult time for you. We are here to help you through it every step of the way. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.

Dr. Brad Bradshaw, Hawaii Wildfire Attorney

The OnderLaw team of Hawaii wildfire attorneys is led by Dr. Brad Bradshaw, a Hawaii-licensed physician, surgeon, and lawyer with over 25 years of legal experience. Dr. Bradshaw is so much more than a typical attorney. He understands the injuries, pain, and suffering that fire victims endure, and the troubles they are experiencing from a medical perspective.

Dr. Bradshaw has trained at the University of Hawaii in surgery, and University of Missouri in psychiatry and internal medicine. He has spent decades since as a legal advocate for those who have suffered serious injuries.

As a surgeon, physician, and attorney licensed in Hawaii, Dr. Bradshaw is prepared to take immediate action on behalf of Lahaina Fire victims, and he is backed by the power and resources of OnderLaw, a national law firm that has earned a reputation as one of the most tenacious plaintiffs’ law firms in the United States.

In addition to our Hawaii office, OnderLaw is based in St. Louis, Missouri; Nashville, Tennessee; and Huntington Beach, California. We have the resources and the passion to take on the most complex cases involving injuries, deaths, and serious property damage.

At OnderLaw, we understand that it’s not just a case. It’s your life. We’ve dedicated our lives and careers to making a positive difference in the lives of people who need us most. We’re also determined to hold corporations and others accountable so that other people don’t have to suffer the same tragedies.

If you have been injured, contact OnderLaw today to discuss your legal options.

Call 808-500-6464

How Soon Can I Receive Compensation for Fire Losses?

If you were injured, lost property, or if a family member was killed in the Lahaina Fire or other wildfires, you may be entitled to compensation. Time is of the essence, and we can assist you in filing your insurance claim and potentially a legal claim immediately. We will do everything in our power to protect your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve.

If you were injured or lost property in the Hawaii wildfires, contact OnderLaw today for a free consultation. We will help you understand your legal rights and options.

We are here to help you through this difficult time. It is our honor to stand by Hawaiians, and to stand with you, to hold accountable those responsible and help you move forward with your life.