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$135 Million Class Settlement Fund for Maui Wildfire Victims

On September 30, 2025, Simpluris, Inc., the appointed settlement administrator for the Maui Fires Class Settlement, announced the creation of a $135 million Class Settlement Fund. This fund aims to support individuals, businesses, and other parties affected by the devastating wildfires that swept through Maui in 2023. The establishment of this fund is part of a larger $4.037 billion Global Settlement intended to provide comprehensive relief to those impacted by the wildfires.

Purpose of the Class Settlement Fund

The Class Settlement Fund is designed to cater to a wide array of eligible claims arising from the tragic events of the wildfires. Victims can seek compensation for multiple types of damages. This means that individuals and businesses are not limited to claiming just one form of loss. The following damages are covered:

• - Real Property Loss: Compensation for damage or destruction to homes and land.
• - Personal Property Loss: Claims for loss of personal items such as furniture, electronics, and other possessions affected by the fires.
• - Business Interruption: Reimbursement for lost income and operational disruptions due to the fires.
• - Personal Income Loss: Compensation for the loss of wages or income due to the wildfires.
• - Evacuation Costs: Reimbursement for expenses related to the evacuation process.
• - Physical Injury and Wrongful Death: Claims related to personal injuries or fatalities that occurred as a result of the wildfires.
• - Travel Claims: Compensation for travel-related expenses incurred due to the evacuation.
• - Damage to Property: Covers damages to property not classified as real estate or personal belongings.

Filing a Claim

To be eligible for the Class Settlement Fund, individuals must submit their claims by December 22, 2025. Those interested in filing can find detailed information about eligibility criteria and claim submission instructions on the official website: Maui Fires Class Settlement. This site is the only one authorized by the court to guide participants through the claims process.

Note that those who opt to participate in the Class Settlement Fund will not be able to claim from the Individual Settlement Fund simultaneously. Thus, individuals who have engaged attorneys for their claims related to the wildfires are encouraged to consult with their lawyers regarding their participation in the Class Settlement Fund.

Important Dates

• - Claim Filing Deadline: December 22, 2025
• - Final Approval Hearing: January 8, 2026

Background of the Case

The ongoing case, Nova Burnes, et al. v. Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., et al., is being addressed in the Circuit Court of the Second Circuit of the State of Hawaii. This case is pivotal in addressing the repercussions of the 2023 wildfires, and the establishment of the Class Settlement Fund represents a significant step toward providing relief to those affected.

For further details on the settlement and full eligibility information, please visit the aforementioned official court-authorized website. As the community of Maui continues to recover from the impact of the wildfires, the establishment of this fund signifies a crucial effort to support victims and encourage the healing process.