Disaster Recovery Assistance News and Updates
After the Disaster: Information for Tenants and Landlords
Picking up the pieces after a natural or man-made disaster can be difficult for all consumers. It can be particularly challenging for tenants and landlords. What happens to a lease or rental agreement if a rental unit is damaged? Every situation is different, but the extent of the damage usually determines how a landlord/tenant agreement […]
Consumers Impacted by Palisades, Eaton Fires Should Report Suspected Price Gouging
On Jan. 7, 2025, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors declared local emergencies because of the Palisades Fire, which is burning in the areas of Pacific Palisades and other communities in the western portion of Los Angeles County, and the Eaton Fire, which is burning in Altadena, Pasadena, and neighboring communities. The Los Angeles [...]
Consumers Impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary Should Report Suspected Price Gouging
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors signed a declaration of local emergency on August 20, 2023, as Tropical Storm Hilary made its way through Southern California. The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) advises business owners and operators of hotels and other lodging that they must stay in compliance with […]