Recovering From Los Angeles-Area Wildfires: Initial Steps After Loss or Damage to Your Home, Business or Other Property
Highlights
The January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles have caused widespread destruction to homes, businesses, and other property, leaving affected individuals and businesses dependent on insurance for recovery
Insurance companies may attempt to deny or limit coverage in response to the surge of claims, making it important for policyholders to understand their rights and coverage options
Affected businesses and individuals should consider taking immediate steps, such as notifying insurers, documenting damages, reviewing insurance policies, and tracking additional living expenses to ensure comprehensive claims
The January 2025 Palisades, Altadena/Pasadena, and other wildfires in the Los Angeles area have fundamentally altered the lives of our clients, colleagues, friends, and family members, causing destruction and damage to homes, businesses, vehicles, educational and religious institutions, community centers, and other property. Affected people and businesses will be relying on their insurance companies to pay their loss and help them rebuild their lives. Insurance companies may respond to the wave of claims by looking for ways to deny and/or limit coverage.
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