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,
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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Hurricanes and Act of God Defenses
By Gregory Hurley & Bob Lemon
Maritime contracts for services generally include clauses for performance, demurrage, deviation, termination, and suspension. Performance may be affected by an Act of God or Force Majeure clause and event. A typical Force Majeure clause reads as follows:
Except for the…
Environmental Issues Related to Harvey
Environmental issues may arise relating to shut-downs, start-ups, and upsets, as well as spills or releases from operating facilities in Texas relating to Harvey and the massive flooding that resulted. Many operating permits and authorizations require notification to TCEQ and/or…
Crisis Management: Weathering the Storm
We first published this article in the Louisiana Employment Law Letter the month after Hurricane Katrina. We republished it following last year’s catastrophic flooding in Louisiana and are publishing it again now in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, as we…
Jones Walker is reactivating the Disaster Prep and Recovery Blog in the Wake of Hurricane Harvey
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Jones Walker is reactivating the Disaster Prep and Recovery Blog and will be posting helpful information here. Our thoughts are with those impacted by this disaster in Texas.
New Orleans Tornado Disaster: Individuals and Businesses To Benefit From Federal Disaster Declaration
By Graham Ryan
A federal disaster declaration has been issued in Louisiana for Orleans and Livingston Parishes following the tornadoes and severe storms that hit South Louisiana on February 7, 2017. The declaration was issued on February 11, 2017, by President Donald Trump…
Temporary housing program extended for Louisiana flood victims
By Michael Rhea
FEMA has agreed to extend its “Transitional Sheltering Assistance” program in Louisiana through February 9, 2017 for flood victims. The previous deadline was January 17, 2017. The program allows displaced families to live in government subsidized hotel and motel rooms.
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FEMA issues proof of loss extension for flood insurance claims
By Graham Ryan
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”) has issued another extension to policyholders under the National Flood Insurance Program (“NFIP”) to file a proof of loss with supporting documentation for claims related to the August 2016 flooding.
Under the new extension,…
Louisiana groups leverage technology to streamline title clearing and disaster relief
By Graham Ryan
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has denied relief to more than 2,500 disaster victims from the August 2016 flooding in Louisiana because of insufficient proof of homeownership. “Thousands of people live in homes that they don’t own outright because…