A recent court ruling will cap attorney fees related to the Maui wildfire settlement, ensuring more compensation reaches survivors directly. Both the Governor’s office and Hawaii News Now reported that the decision aligns with the survivor-focused approach of existing recovery programs.
- Court ruling limits attorney fees tied to August 2023 Maui wildfire settlement claims, directing more funds to survivors rather than legal costs
- Governor Green called the decision an important victory that helps ensure settlement funds go directly to affected people and communities
- The Maui Wildfires Compensation Program has distributed more than $111.5 million to 79 claimants since establishment
- The One Κ»Ohana Fund was created through partnerships with state, Maui County, Hawaiian Electric, Kamehameha Schools, Hawaiian Telcom and Spectrum, committing approximately $175 million
- The separate $4.037 billion Maui wildfire settlement is intended to resolve thousands of additional claims for deaths, injuries, property damage and economic losses (Hawaii News Now)
Sources
- Hawaii News Now: Gov. Green welcomes ruling to boost Maui wildfire victim compensation
- Governor of Hawaii: Office of the Governor β News Release β Court Ruling Protects Recovery Funds for Maui Wildfire Survivors
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