Although hurricane season is just beginning this year, some Florida communities are still facing the aftermath of Hurricanes Debby, Milton, and Helene. Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) won’t leave devasted communities behind but instead will continue to provide the legal support individuals and families still need. FRLS, our non-profit law firm, provides free civil legal aid to qualified individuals, families, and vulnerable communities across 13 Florida counties and to farmworkers statewide.
Knowing how to prepare yourself before a disaster and what to do in the aftermath is essential
information for any Florida resident. Here are some quick tips for hurricane preparation:
Before a Disaster
- Gas up your vehicle
- Get cash
- Charge important electronics
- Take pictures or videos of your home and its contents
- Have a supply of medication and nonperishable food
- Protect important documents in waterproof bag
After a Disaster
- File claims directly with your insurance company
- Apply for FEMA benefits if eligible
- Avoid contractor home repair fraud by following our guide
- If you have relocateddue to a disaster, notify the IRS
Our non-profit law firm can help with public adjuster disputes, insurance claims, FEMA appeals, and more. In addition to our legal aid services for disaster relief, FRLS offers online resources and information free of cost to anyone who needs it. Our resources include informational
brochures and booklets and a hurricane preparedness page with everything you need to know.
If you or someone you know is in need of Disaster Legal Aid contact us at 1-888-582-3410 or visit FRLS.org.
About Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal aid to qualified individuals, families, and vulnerable communities across 13 Florida counties and to farmworkers statewide. Since 1966, FRLS has pursued justice by providing legal services in housing law, family law, consumer protection, public benefits, elder law, disaster relief, education law, tax advocacy, and more, all at no cost to our clients. FRLS collaborates with community organizations and Pro Bono attorneys to deliver quality advocacy, outreach, and education designed to protect the rights of those in need. For over 50 years, FRLS has been a steadfast advocate for justice.
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