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What’s Tying Up $4B Settlement for Hawaii Wildfire Victims

Hawaii’s Supreme Court heard arguments last week over insurance issues that are tying up a potential $4 billion settlement over Maui’s catastrophic 2023 wildfire, the deadliest in the U.S. in more than a century. The massive inferno decimated the historic …

Maui wildfire settlement clears state Supreme Court hurdle

Maui wildfire victims are closer to sharing a $4 billion settlement, possibly before the disaster’s second anniversary in August, after a Hawaii Supreme Court ruling Monday. The state’s high court ruled unanimously in answering three questions of Hawaii …

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 …

Hawaii Supreme Court: Insurance companies can't join wildfire settlement 

Hawaii's Supreme Court ruled Monday that insurance companies cannot file suit against those blamed for the devastating 2023 wildfire on Maui, clearing the way for a $4 billion dollar settlement for victims. The insurers asked to be a part of the …

Hawaii Supreme Court ruling allows state to move forward with $4 billion Maui wildfire settlement

LAHAINA, Hawaii (Island News) -- Amber Sampson's family has been waiting 18 months to rebuild their lives after losing everything they had in the Lahaina fires. "We had to leave with literally nothing but diapers for the kids, like they had the …

Court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire; $4B settlement can 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 HONOLULU -- Hawaii’s Supreme Court ruled Monday that …

Hawaii Residents Have Finally Moved Into New Maui Homes 18 Months After Devastating Wildfires—but There’s a Catch

The lengthy process of rebuilding the Maui, HI, communities that were devastated in the 2023 wildfires has taken another somewhat shaky step forward, 18 months after residents were forced to flee the blazes that ultimately destroyed more than 2,000 homes …

Hawaii Supreme Court gives green light to $4 billion Maui fire settlement

The settlement had been held up by insurance companies who had hoped to go after those being held liable for the massive blaze to recoup some of the insurance payments made to Maui homeowners and businesses. (CN) — The Hawaii Supreme Court cleared the way …

World News | Hawaii Court Rules Against Insurance Companies in Maui Wildfire, Allowing $4B Settlement to Proceed

Honolulu, Feb 11 (AP) Hawaii's Supreme Court ruled Monday that insurance companies can't bring their own legal actions against those blamed for Maui's catastrophic 2023 wildfire, allowing a $4 billion settlement that was on that the verge of …

Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to proceed (World)

Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, The Associated Press - Feb 10, 2025 / 12:45 pm | Story: 532699 Photo: The Canadian Press A general view shows the aftermath of a wildfire in Lahaina, Hawaii, Aug. 17, 2023. Hawaii’s Supreme Court ruled Monday that insurance …

Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Clears Way For $4 Billion Maui Wildfire Settlement

A historic settlement can begin flowing to people and businesses affected by the fire, but consequences for the insurance market are unclear. A $4.04 billion agreement to resolve Maui wildfire lawsuits can move forward despite objections from the insurance …

Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4 billion settlement to proceed

HONOLULU — Hawaii’s Supreme Court ruled Monday 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. The ruling allows a $4 billion …

Maui wildfire settlement clears Hawaii Supreme Court hurdle

ANDREW VLIET / SPECIAL TO THE HONOLULU STAR-ADVERTISER An aerial view of destroyed structures six months after the devastating wildfire on August 8th that destroyed much of Lahaina. A stalled $4 billion Maui wildfire litigation settlement has been …

Hawaii Supreme Court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to move forward

HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii Supreme Court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to move forward. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or …

Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to proceed

HONOLULU (AP) — 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. The move allows a $4 billion …

Hawaii Supreme Court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to move forward

Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to proceed

Maui wildfire survivors relieved over high court’s swift settlement decision

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In a remarkably quick ruling, the Hawaii Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that the $4 billion settlement of the Maui wildfire can not be blocked by insurance companies. The ruling means that the Maui circuit court can begin …

Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to proceed

Finnester HybridRED exterior paint offers fire-stopping performance with UV, chemical, moisture and abrasion resistance

Finnester's ceramifying coating technology stops ignition and flame spread while also providing environmental, decorative and performance benefits. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Finnester HybridRED …

Innovative Emergency Response System Aids Helene Rescue Operations

Rescuers committed to support communities in crisis leveraged advanced technology to enhance disaster response JUPITER, FL, UNITED STATES, February 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A state-of-the-art emergency response system, utilizing GPS-tagged …

Mercer County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed Feb. 11 due to forecast inclement weather

Mercer County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed Feb. 11 due to forecast inclement weather CHARLESTON, W.Va.– Due to forecast inclement weather, the FEMA Mercer County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Princeton will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 11, …

Casa Youth Shelter Rallies Support for Those Impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires

With the City of Los Alamitos, Casa Youth Shelter donated needed supplies to the Dream Center in Echo Park where they are distributing aid to those in need LOS ALAMITOS, CA, UNITED STATES, February 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Serving those in …

Get Repair, Rebuilding Advice Feb. 10-15 in Hawkins and Washington Counties

FEMA’s mitigation specialists have partnered with The Home Depot and Lowe’s Home Improvement to offer free advice and tips on rebuilding homes stronger and safer as Tennessee residents repair, rebuild and make improvements after Tropical Storm Helene. FEMA …

Tennessee Department of Transportation Awarded $9.6 Million for Debris Removal

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have awarded $9.6 million to the Tennessee Department of Transportation for clearing 457,381 cubic yards of debris left when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. Funding for debris removal …

FEMA Encourages Survivors to Stay in Touch and Keep Their Recovery on Track

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – More than 1,000 FEMA staff are still on the ground in Florida to help survivors recover from Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby. FEMA will continue to process applications, receive, and manage appeals, conduct inspections and assist …

FEMA Exercises Borrowing Authority for National Flood Insurance Program

Follows more than $10 billion in projected payments related to Hurricanes Helene and Milton WASHINGTON -- FEMA has exercised its borrowing authority under the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to borrow $2 billion from U.S. Treasury to pay eligible …

Winter Weather Threat This Week: Get Ready Now

CHICAGO – With the threat starting midweek of heavy snowfall and cold temperatures across much of the upper Midwest, FEMA’s Region 5 office in Chicago encourages everyone to prepare now.  “The forecast this week is an important reminder that winter isn’t …

FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Feb. 15 in Augusta

FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, in Augusta at the following location: Henry Brigham Community Center 2463 Golden Camp Rd. C,  Augusta, GA 30906 The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, state …

Mercer County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center extending operations additional week

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – While the deadline to apply for disaster assistance ended Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, the Mercer County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Princeton, W.Va., is extending its operations an additional week. The recovery center will remain open …

Bali-based Singer Shervin Boloorian’s New Single and Video Dedicated Child Refugees

Shervin Boloorian, a Global Peace Song Winner, drew upon his own refugee experience for the peaceful anthem "This is Your Time" which released worldwide today. BALI, INDONESIA, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed Peace …

MULTICON ANNOUNCES SECOND WAVE OF GUESTS FOR LOS ANGELES WILDFIRE BENEFIT AT THE PRESERVE LA, FEBRUARY 22ND, 2025

Proceeds to Benefit United Way of Greater Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The countdown is on for MultiCon—The Los Angeles Wildfire Benefit, which will take place on February 22nd at The …

South Carolina Sheriff’s Department’s new Tactical Medical Program graduates 22

Training developed in-house said to be the first on its scale in the Palmetto State COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) held its first-ever graduation of 22 …

FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Columbia, Hillsborough, and Sarasota Counties

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free home …

One Month Later: Federal Support for Wildfire Survivors Nears $700 Million

LOS ANGELES – On January 7, when wildfires first struck Los Angeles County and adjacent areas, more than 200,000 Californians were evacuated. State and local governments responded quicky to fight the blazes, employing more than 2,000 pieces of firefighting …

Confectionery Soaps Co. Launches Root + Rituals: A New Era of Holistic Wellness and Intentional Self-Care

DUNKIRK, MD, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Confectionery Soaps Co. (CSC), a woman-owned brand renowned for its handcrafted bath and body products, proudly announces the official launch of Root + Rituals—a wellness-focused …

In North Carolina, 153,000 Families Receiving FEMA Help

HICKORY, N.C. – In 39 counties, including the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, more than 153,000 households are being helped by FEMA assistance as they recover from Tropical Storm Helene. Four months after the catastrophic storm, individuals and families …

The Benefits of Using a Disaster Recovery Specialist Over a General Contractor

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Disasters, whether natural or man-made, can strike without warning, leaving significant damage in their wake. In such instances, businesses and homeowners alike must act quickly …

Post-Storm Property Inspections: Why It's Essential for Safe Restoration

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following a major storm or natural disaster, assessing the damage to properties quickly and thoroughly is crucial for ensuring that all aspects of recovery are handled properly. …