Not Everyone Will Benefit from Using a Public Insurance Adjuster   If you or someone you love has been affected by the Maui Fires, insurance is probably the last thing you want to deal with, and you may be wondering if you should just hire a public adjuster to deal with the insurance company. While public…

I Was Hurt in the Maui Fires: Can I File a Personal Injury Claim?  While everyone knows about the significant loss of life and property damage caused by the recent Maui Fires, many do not realize that there are many other types of possible injuries suffered by the survivors of the wildfire. Whether injuries are…

The traumatic nature of any wildfire can lead to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is characterized by intrusive thoughts, distressing memories, avoidance of reminders, and changes in mood and behavior[1][6].   Here are some key points to know about PTSD after a fire such as the Maui Wildfire:  Common symptoms: Maui Wildfire…

The Maui Fires, caused by Maui Electric’s failure to turn off the power during a extreme high-wind event, destroyed many small businesses, including sole proprietorships in and around Lahaina.  A sole proprietorship is unique in that business operations may be conducted out of the owner’s home, an office or workspace, or on-site at a client’s…