The Eaton wildfire left a devastating mark on Altadena, California, a historically significant community nestled in the foothills of Los Angeles County. Known for its charm, diversity, and deep-rooted sense of community and friendship, the neighborhoods of Altadena have been turned to ash. With over 5,000 structures being damaged or destroyed, and the lives of countless residents were upended. There have been 16 confirmed deaths due to the Eaton fire, and over 14,000 acres scorched.
Among those affected was the community of middle-class Black families that had created a ...
As the catastrophic fires in Los Angeles and surrounding areas continue to burn, Mayor Karen Bass has issued a sweeping Executive Order aimed at expediting recovery and rebuilding efforts for the thousands of Angelenos affected. With over 25,000 acres burned, more than 5,000 homes and businesses destroyed, and 80,000 residents displaced, the time for swift and decisive action is now.
This Executive Order, dubbed the “Return and Rebuild” initiative, is a comprehensive plan to streamline recovery processes, reduce bureaucratic barriers, and provide immediate relief to ...
In September 2024, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1414 into law, making it a serious felony to purchase sex from a minor under the age of 16. While this is a step forward, it’s not enough to protect survivors and hold perpetrators accountable. The reality is that the demand created by buyers fuels the entire sex trafficking industry—and until buyers are held accountable in a more meaningful way, we will continue to fight an uphill battle against trafficking.
North Carolina took a more decisive step by becoming just the second state in the nation to make sex buying a ...
Human Trafficking Prevention Month serves as a crucial reminder of the ongoing battle against sex trafficking. For years, society has relied heavily on the criminal justice system and victim advocacy to address the national crisis of human trafficking. While these efforts are invaluable, there is an underutilized avenue for combating trafficking that has the potential to create systemic change: the civil justice system. This tool actively disrupts trafficking networks by delivering justice for survivors, holding profiteers accountable, and cutting off the resources ...
If you are a homeowner who’s insurer cancelled or non-renewed your policy and you subsequently experienced fire damage in California, you may be eligible to file a claim against the insurance company. Losing your home in a wildfire is devastating, you should not have to deal with the unjust practices of insurance companies on your own. Contact Singleton Schreiber to learn more about how we may be able to help you.
Why Singleton Schreiber Can Help
When facing devastating losses after a wildfire and loss of insurance coverage, finding a legal team that can help you is important. At ...