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Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to proceed
Hawaii’s Supreme Court has ruled that insurance companies can’t bring their own legal actions against those blamed for Maui’s catastrophic 2023 wildfire, the deadliest in the U.S. in more than a century.
What comes next for survivors, insurers and HECO in $4B Maui wildfire settlement?
A major roadblock to the $4 billion global settlement for the Maui wildfires has been cleared. A lawyer representing victims says it could mean that survivors receive their first settlement payments by the end of the year.
Hawaii Supreme Court clears way for Maui wildfire payout. What’s next?
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The state Supreme Court Monday cleared the way for Maui wildfire victims to receive payoffs from the $4 billion global settlement. The court stunned both sides by ruling just two working days after hearing two hours of legal arguments Thursday.
Hawaii Supreme Court ruling allows state to move forward with $4 billion Maui wildfire settlement
The Hawaii Supreme Court rules against allowing insurance companies to sue the wrongful parties in the $4 billion Maui wildfire settlement.
Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4 billion settlement to proceed
The massive inferno that was the deadliest in the U.S. in more than a century decimated the historic town of Lahaina, killing more than 100 people.
Hawaiian Electric welcomes top court's ruling on wildfire settlement
Utility company Hawaiian Electric on Tuesday welcomed the Hawaii Supreme Court's decision towards finalizing the more than $4 billion settlement related to the 2023 Maui wildfires saying it was favorable to the company.
Hawaiian Electric shares rise following court decision
Hawaiian Electric Industries (NYSE:HE) stock climbed 7% amid a favorable Hawaii Supreme Court decision regarding insurance subrogation claims related to the Maui wildfire tort litigation. This rise added to the previous day's 8% gain,
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Hawaii adults reminded to take care of eye health
More than 20% of Hawai‘i residents are over the age of 65 years old, possibly making them more at risk for eye diseases, ...
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Proposed UH Maui College four-year nursing program moves ahead in state Senate
Currently, UH Maui College’s nursing program offers a certificate of achievement and an associate in science nursing, but not four-year degrees. Those must be obtained at the University of Hawaiʻi at ...
Maui wildfire aftermath puts pressure on insurance, electricity costs
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A day after the Hawaii Supreme Court cleared the way for the $4 billion Maui wildfire settlement, it’s looking like Hawaii residents will feel the impact on their wallets.
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Maui community invited to celebrate ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
Maui community members are invited to join in the celebrating of Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month, at an ...
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Maui police arrests 2 men for car theft
MAUI, Hawaii (Island News) – Maui police have arrested two men in connection to a car theft incident reported on Jan. 24, 2025. Charvince Hoopii, 18, was taken into police custody without incident on ...
Conservation nonprofit looks to fill 150 positions in Hawaii, American Samoa
One of Hawaii’s leading conservation and environmental education nonprofits is hiring. Kupu is looking to fill 150 positions ...
Hawaii Man, 49, Dies After Falling from Waterfall While 'Hiking with Acquaintances'
A Hawaii man, identified as 49-year-old Karl Newman of Waikapu, died after falling over a waterfall, according to authorities ...