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Recovery Assistance
Los Angeles/Southern California Wildfires
We are heart-broken by the devastation of the wildfires in Los Angeles and Southern California. Several of the affected areas have received damage that seems immeasurable.
When disasters strike — floods, wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, or storms — the legal challenges that follow can be overwhelming. LegalEASE is here to help employees at our client companies and their families navigate the aftermath with trusted, affordable legal protection during the recovery process.
LegalEASE hosted a webinar partnering with two of our attorneys to provide additional guidance on the next steps to take after a wildfire and begin the recovery process. LEARN MORE
How LegalEASE Can Help
As always, LegalEASE stands ready to help any employee in any of our client companies, Plan Members or not, with extra help, consultation, and advice in dealing with the insurance claims or insurance companies related to a wildfire loss.
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Immediate Action To Take
1. Best Practices
Preparing, Evacuating, Returning and Rebuilding: Resources from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Read More
Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara protects Southern California homeowners by issuing a mandatory one-year moratorium on insurance non-renewals and cancellations. Read More
Additional Press Releases provided by The California Department of Insurance. Read More
Additional Information from Congressman, Brad Sherman - serving the San Fernando Valley and Westside California, 32nd district of California. Read More
5. Reunite with Loved Ones
Red Cross Reunification Centers are always open.
FEMA Disaster Assitance
Apply for FEMA disaster assistance and guidance to additional resources to help you recover.
1. Apply For FEMA Assistance
2. Apply For California State Supplemental Grant Assistance
3. Apply For SBA (Small Business Administration) Assistance
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Public Notice for Reporting Concerns
California Dept. of Real Estate urges Los Angeles Property Owners Near Wildfires to Report Unsolicited Offers to Buy Their Properties Under Fair Market Value. Report any concerns to LAFires@dre.ca.gov.
You may also report the violation to the Attorney General’s Office at oag.ca.gov/report.
Helpful Links
List of Local Wildfires Evacuation Shelters
Updated by The Los Angeles Times.
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LIVE MAPS: AirNow Fire & Smoke Map
Map of wildfire smoke and air quality impacting your area. Resources from U.S. Forest Service and EPA.
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Download Comprehensive Guide of Additional Resources for Members - updates as of Wednesday, January 29th at 1:00 PM PST
Special Benefits for All Employees:
If there is a Plan member with a need for legal help in dealing with any loss related to the wildfire, the plan benefits will be extended to ensure that each member receives the legal coverage they need in order to obtain the benefits to which they may be entitled. This includes extra consultation, extra time with the attorneys, and extra coverage in the event a dispute arises and need lawyer handling. Non-Plan Members will have the following benefits related to any legal issue that stems from the 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles and Southern California:
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Free Initial Consultations with Attorneys
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Discounted Hourly Rates For Attorney Services if Needed
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Use of Our LegalCorner Resources
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We are ready to help as best we can with any of your employees, even if they are not LegalEASE Plan Members. All extra services, if needed, should be accessed by calling our Advocate Center.
