Tornado Relief Resource Center
Resources for Survivors
When a tornado, flood, or other event affects you, you may face various legal issues — from hiring a contractor for home repairs to addressing family and employment challenges. The following brochures describe some of the ways the Legal Aid Society might be able to assist you and your family.
- Upcoming Legal Clinics
- Printable Tornado Relief Brochure | en español
- Common Legal Problems Faced by Disaster Survivors
- Renters Rights After a Disaster
- Hiring a Contractor After a Disaster | en español
- Replacing Important Documents After a Disaster
- Disaster Insurance Claim Tip Sheet | en español
- Tennessee Emergency Management Agency
- Disaster Relief Resources
- Free Comcast Internet
- Resources for Cookeville / Putnam County Residents
- Tornado Victim’s Resource Guide
- #NashvilleStrong Recovery Resources
For immediate legal advice call 1-844-HELP4TN starting 3/10/20. To apply for legal assistance, please call Legal Aid Society at 1-800-238-1443 or visit www.las.org for more information.
Resources for Attorneys
Attorney’s Guide to Common Legal Problems Faced by Disaster Survivors
Disaster Unemployment Assistance
LAS/NBA Disaster Relief Training
FEMA
- FEMA Assistance and Appeals Training Video for Pro Bono Attorneys (Free video)
- FEMA: Appeals, Recoupment, and other Issues (Free CLE video)
- FEMA Assistance and Overall Relief
Insurance
- Which Disasters are Covered by Homeowners Insurance
- Consumer Rights and Insurance Issues After a Disaster (Free CLE video)
- Post-Disaster Insurance Issues (Free CLE video)
- Federal Flood and Homeowner’s Insurance (Free video)
Employee Rights/Unemployment