The following is intended to help employers support their employees impacted by the Los Angeles fires. Please consult with your tax advisor for further guidance.
The wildfires ravaging various parts of Los Angeles County are truly tragic and expected to cost more than $50 billion in damages, making it the most expensive natural disaster ever in the United States. For
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Health Insurance Resources for Those Affected by the California Fires 2025
Affected by the SoCal Fires? Here is how CorpStrat can help:
CorpStrat is working with employers and employees to share how health insurance companies are helping those affected by the fires.
Reach us if we can help you in any way. Insurance carriers have staffed hotlines to help.
- Prescription Refills: Members in mandatory evacuation zones may receive immediate refills of their
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