Tornado Recovery: Know Your Legal Rights

Free Community Presentation & Q&A Session If you or your family were impacted by the recent tornado in Ottawa , you may be facing complex legal challenges. Join Kansas Legal Services (KLS) for a dedicated discussion to help you navigate the recovery process and protect your rights.

What We Will Cover:

 This session is designed to address the "waves" of legal needs that follow a disaster: 

● FEMA Assistance & Appeals: Understanding eligibility for Housing Assistance and Other Needs Assistance (ONA). If you were denied, you have 60 days to appeal. 

● Insurance Claims: Tips for working with adjusters, documenting damage before cleanup, and understanding the difference between Replacement Cost and Actual Cash Value. 

● Housing & Tenant Rights: Guidance on unlawful evictions, lease terminations for uninhabitable units, and security deposit disputes. 

● Contractor Fraud: How to spot "storm chasers" and your rights under the Kansas Roofing Registration Act . 

● Document Replacement: How to replace essential titles, IDs, and birth certificates needed to unlock aid. 

Presentation & Discussion:

The event will include a high-level presentation by KLS attorneys followed by an open Q&A session where you can ask general questions regarding your recovery. 

Can’t wait until the meeting? 

● Apply for Legal Aid: Call our application line at 316-267-3975 .

● Immediate Resources: Dial 2-1-1 (United Way Kansas) for food, shelter, and utility assistance. 

● Online Help: Visit kansaslegalservices.org for disaster recovery guides . 

Note: This presentation provides general legal information. For specific legal advice regarding your individual case, please apply for services with Kansas Legal Services online or by phone, 316-267-3975.. 

Presented by: Kelli N. Breer and Chris Moe, Attorneys at Kansas Legal Services, Inc.