Effective August 29, homeowners impacted by the flooding in Louisiana can apply for Shelter at Home. This is a new program, announced by Gov. John Bell Edwards last week that allows flood victims to live at home while they continue
Disaster Prep & Recovery
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The Disaster Prep & Recovery blog published by Jones Walker LLP focuses on legal issues and strategies related to preparing for, responding to, and recovering from natural disasters and crises. It covers topics such as workplace crisis management, disaster response planning, regulatory compliance during emergencies, contract provisions for disaster resilience, and guidance for small businesses on disaster preparedness. The blog also addresses industry-specific concerns, including environmental regulatory waivers during hurricanes and operational continuity in sectors like construction and manufacturing. It aims to help businesses navigate legal risks and maintain operations before, during, and after disasters.
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Disasters come in many forms. But stories of recovery are countless.
Like you, many of our colleagues, families, and friends have been hit hard by the recent, historic flooding in Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes. Our hearts go out to all.
At such times, we can and must tap into two…
Legal Deadlines in Louisiana Temporarily Suspended
As a result of the flooding throughout Louisiana, Governor John Bel Edwards issued Executive Order JBE 2016-053 to suspend deadlines in legal, administrative and regulatory proceedings. The suspension is retroactive from Friday, August 12, 2016 and continues through Friday, September…
After the Storm—Key Force Majeure Issues
By Rae Vasquez & Ned Bergin
A “force majeure” clause is a contract provision that relieves the parties from performing their contractual obligations when certain circumstances beyond their control arise, making performance commercially impracticable or impossible. In Louisiana, absent agreement to the contrary, force majeure excuses…
Crisis Management: Weathering the Storm
This article was published in the Louisiana Employment Law Letter a month after Hurricane Katrina. In the wake of the recent catastrophic flooding in Louisiana, we believe its advice is as cogent as ever.
A crisis in the workplace, whether…