Editors’ note: This post was updated with new information on Thursday, August 25, 2016.
On August 24th, Chief Judge Brian Jackson of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana issued an order terminating the suspension of
The Flood Law Blog, published by McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC, focuses on legal issues arising from flood events, particularly the 2016 South Louisiana floods. It covers topics such as insurance claims and regulations, emergency rules affecting insurance policies, tax implications for flood victims, federal disaster relief programs, and housing assistance measures following natural disasters. The blog provides updates on state and federal responses to flooding, including legislative and regulatory changes impacting property owners, insurers, and mortgage holders in affected areas. While the blog is no longer active, its archived content remains a resource for flood-related legal developments and disaster recovery law.
Editors’ note: This post was updated with new information on Thursday, August 25, 2016.
On August 24th, Chief Judge Brian Jackson of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana issued an order terminating the suspension of…
New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu has announced the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will hold a Flood Insurance Workshop on Friday, August 26, 2016. The event will take place from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at New Orleans City Council Chambers in City…
J. Englehardt, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, has issued a Miscellaneous Order concerning deadlines. The Order reads:
Counsel or Parties who believe that deadlines for filing of any motion in a pending…
The Baton Rouge Area Foundation is providing assistance across South Louisiana in the wake of widespread funding where it is needed most. There are several ways to help those affected.
The Foundation established the Louisiana Flood Relief Fund earlier this…
Due to the State of Emergency and the historic flooding in parts of Louisiana, the Commissioner of Insurance is promulgating Emergency Rule 27, which retroactively suspends statutory provisions of the Insurance Code concerning cancellations, terminations, nonrenewals, and nonreinstatements of insurance…
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are offering relief to the thousands of homeowners affected by the devastating floods in Louisiana via their mortgage servicers.
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On August 17th, Chief Judge Brian Jackson of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana issued an omnibus order suspending all deadlines.
Governor John Bel Edwards has issued an amended executive order following Executive Order No. JBE 16-57 regarding the Emergency Suspension Of Deadlines In Legal, Administrative And Regulatory Proceedings. While the prescription and preemption deadlines remain suspended until September 9, other legal deadlines are…
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