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Hawaii Supreme Court Issues Favorable Decision for HEI on Insurance Subrogation in Maui Wildfire Litigation
HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES INC
- Hawaii Supreme Court issued decision on Feb 10, 2025 on Reserved Questions in case 2CSP-23-0000057 regarding insurers' subrogation claims in Maui wildfire tort litigation.
- Decision clarifies that insurers cannot separately sue defendants after settlement becomes final, aligning with HEI and plaintiffs' positions.
- HEI President and CEO Scott Seu stated the decision helps move settlement forward and reestablish financial stability for the company.
- Second Circuit Court on Maui can now consider settlement agreements for final judicial approval, with a written opinion expected in coming weeks.