Subject: IPBN Connect: Disaster Recovery Special Edition

Special Disaster Recovery Edition

This special "Disaster Recovery" edition of IPBN Connect is designed to
equip you with the information, resources, and tools you need to
help disaster survivors address legal challenges related to the recent storms.

Emerging Post-Disaster Legal Needs

After the recent storms and flooding, many Hoosiers face a long road to recovery. Alongside the physical challenges of rebuilding, survivors often encounter legal issues involving housing, insurance claims, FEMA and SBA appeals, replacement of vital documents, contractor fraud, benefit recoupment, debt collection, and property title concerns.

These legal needs often emerge at different stages of the recovery process, creating a timeline of challenges that can affect survivors for months or even years after a disaster.

To learn more, go to the ISBA's Disaster Resource Guide, or review Indiana's DHS Disaster Information Hub for practical information and resources.

New Disaster Recovery Resources

In the wake of a disaster, attorneys often ask: "How can I help? I don't know this area of law or what to tell people." 

You asked; we answered.

IPBN's all-new Disaster Recovery resource hub provides practical guidance on some of the most common and pressing legal issues disaster survivors face, including:

You must be a registered user to access these resources.

How You (Yes, YOU) Can Get Involved

There are several ways you can use your legal skills to support disaster survivors and strengthen your local community's recovery efforts:

Disaster recovery is a marathon, not a sprint.

Legal support and assistance will be needed for several months as survivors rebuild and recover. Even if you can't help right now, check back again soon - your experience and knowledge can have a real impact.

Thank you for all you do. Your time and efforts make a real difference.

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