Louisiana’s legal community has grown accustom to offering pro bono legal assistance to Louisiana storm victims. After addressing foremost concerns like shelter, food, water, and clothing, disaster victims are left to grapple with more intricate setbacks like insurance claims and
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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Congress Provides Additional Tax Relief for Victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria
On September 29, President Trump signed into law the Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2017 (the “Act”). The Act provides temporary tax relief to the victims Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria (the “Hurricanes”). The Act…
Steps One, Two…Now What Do I Do? Protecting Your Property Value
By Boyd Bryan & Rob Scheffy
The floodwaters from the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey have receded, and now it’s time to focus on the overwhelming task of getting back to normal, that includes protecting your property values. Below are helpful steps to do just that.
Step…
Hurricane Irma and Maria Jones Act Waiver Issued for Puerto Rico
On September 28, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it approved a 10-day waiver of the Jones Act with respect to the movement of merchandise between points in the United States and Puerto Rico. The waiver will…
Federal Agencies Provide Benefit Plan Relief to Victims of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
On August 25, 2017, and September 10, 2017, President Trump declared major disasters in Texas and Florida due to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma (the “Hurricanes”). Following the declarations, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”), the Department of Labor (“DOL”) and the…
Come Hell or High Water
The below article was written by two of our Texas-based attorneys, Ann L. Latimer and Daniel J. Baldwin, and was published on September 21st in Texas Lawyer.
Come Hell or High Water
By Ann L. Latimer and Daniel J. Baldwin
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Public Invited to Harvey Recovery Fair
Please find below a press release that was issued yesterday by The Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management.
September 21, 2017 – (Houston, Texas) – The Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management invites residents…
Jones Walker Lawyers Serve as Resources to Media in Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey
Law360 recently featured Jones Walker lawyers in two articles discussing the legal implications that Texas businesses will face following the widespread damage caused by Hurricane Harvey. The publication turned to Houston-based partner Krystal Pfluger Scott and Baton Rouge-based partner Davis…
State Tax Relief for Hurricane Victims
By Joe Landry & John Fletcher
In response to the impact of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, certain counties in Texas and Florida have been declared as major disaster areas. [For a complete list of declared counties and information on hurricane related federal tax relief see IRS…
IRS Provides Tax Filing and Payment Relief to Hurricane Victims
As a result of the devastation wrought by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, the following counties have been declared as major disaster areas, all of which are entitled to federal tax filing and payment relief:
In Texas: Aransas, Austin, Bastrop, Bee,…