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Disaster Prep & Recovery
Prepare. Respond. Recover.
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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Tax Relief Available to Victims of Hurricane Ida
The IRS announced victims of Hurricane Ida now have until Jan. 3, 2022, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. This relief extends to any area designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as…
Tips for Preparing a Business Interruption Claim
Commercial enterprises doing business in Louisiana and surrounding states are beginning their recovery in the wake of Hurricane Ida from recent power outages and associated wind and water damage. Many face significant property losses, often accompanied by business income losses…
Golden Rules for Preparing a Business Interruption Claim
Commercial enterprises doing business in Texas and surrounding states are beginning their recovery from recent power outages and associated water damage. Many face significant property losses, often accompanied by business income losses due to a complete cessation of business activities.…
Golden Rules of Preparing a Business Interruption Claim
By Cove Geary & David Moore
Commercial enterprises doing business in Louisiana are beginning their recovery in the wake of Hurricane Laura. Many face catastrophic property losses, often accompanied by business income losses due to a complete cessation of business activities. Fortunately, many business owners have had the…
Jones Walker Disaster Prep & Recovery Team Readies for Gulf Coast Storms
As Tropical Storm Marco heads toward the coast of Louisiana, reports indicate Tropical Storm Laura is expected to strengthen to a hurricane before it makes landfall on the Gulf Coast late Wednesday or early Thursday.
The very rare event of…
JW SALT Team Presents “Now is the Time! 5 Steps to Restart Your Tax Department” Webinar
As we slowly begin the long process of returning to our offices, it will be very important to have a clearly defined and organized approach to identify upcoming deadlines and document important changes to our core businesses. Please join the …
When Force Majeure is for Sure: The Business of Construction in Disaster-Prone Areas
Residents of Houston, Texas held their breath once again on September 17, 2019, as Tropical Storm Imelda made landfall. The storm inundated the city with 43 inches of rain, making it the fourth-wettest tropical cyclone in the history of…
Planning for a Catastrophe
By Mark Adams & Luis Llamas
With hurricane season upon us, employers are justifiably concerned about the potential impact of a natural disaster on their business. A hurricane, natural disaster, or any other crisis in the workplace, can bring a business to a screeching halt and…
Jones Walker is reactivating the Disaster Prep and Recovery Blog in advance of Hurricane Dorian
Jones Walker is reactivating the Disaster Prep and Recovery Blog in advance of Hurricane Dorian. We encourage everyone to prepare and make plans for sheltering in place or evacuating if need be. Above all, please be safe.