Frequently Asked Questions
I was in a car accident, how do I file an injury lawsuit in Maui
Hawaii is a no fault state. When you are in a car accident, no fault means that medical bills, rehabilitation, and lost wages are paid quickly regardless of who is at fault. However, damage to your automobile or property, unlike bodily injuries, is still under the fault portion of your insurance. Additionally, if monetary damages exceed $5,000 dollars a person can file a Maui injury lawsuit to be compensated for damages.
I was in an accident and need to take time off work and I have medical expenses, what do I need to do to file a personal injury law suit in Maui to receive compensation?
If you have been injured in Maui, personal injury lawsuits can be filed with an attorney to start the process immediately after your injury. The attorneys at Ranken & Drewyer, L.L.C. file claims, gather police and medical reports, hire investigative professionals as needed, and negotiate with insurers and other parties. If necessary, we represent you in injury litigation in a Maui court of law to get you compensation.
I am vacationing in Maui, but have been injured in an accident. Can I file a personal injury lawsuit in Maui?
Even though you are not a resident of Maui, a personal injury lawsuit can be filed for automobile accidents, bicycle accidents, boating accidents, pedestrian accidents, or slip and fall accidents. If a claim is established, you can receive compensation for medical expenses and bodily injuries with the assistance of a law firm whose lawyers are educated and experienced in negotiating and litigating personal injury lawsuits in Maui.
Who can file a wrongful death claim?
If you suspect a family member has died due to the negligence or wrongful act of another party, immediate family members (spouses, children, and parents) may file a civil action. Damages may be compensated for family members through a Maui personal injury law suit.
How long do I have to file a personal injury law suit in Maui
The statute of limitations for filing Maui personal injury lawsuits varies depending on the type of injury.
- Personal Injury: 2 years
- Fraud: 2 years
- Libel / Slander / Defamation: 2 years
- Injury to Personal Property: 2 years
- Product Liability: 2 year
