The Camberg Law Firm

Houstonians know the fear, pain, and loss that occurs after a natural disaster. Hurricane Harvey has passed, but has left its mark indefinitely on our community. As we begin to rebuild our lives and our city in the coming weeks and months, it’s extremely important that you know the next steps, and more importantly, your rights when it comes to flood damage. I’ve Just Been in a Flood- What Do I Do Now? There are several  safety precautions  that must be taken in order to move forward after a flood. Ideally, you should not return to your home until authorities have deemed it safe, and a qualified electrician should assess your home in case of any detrimental damage to your main electrical panel. After you’re given clearance, use extreme caution when entering your home, and check the foundation to make sure that the walls are still sturdy and safe. The flood water can be heavily contaminated with sewage and other pollutants, which can cause sickness and infections. It’s of th

Whether you’ve been involved in a car wreck, workplace accident, or other injury-causing incident, you’re likely to be focused on immediate issues like medical treatment, repairs, and getting your life back. While this may consume all of your attention in the short term, it’s important to be on the lookout for other, more subtle, symptoms that may take a while to show up.  Worry and Anxiety After any incident involving serious injury, it’s common for those involved to be consumed with worry and anxiety. These emotions can make things even worse for the victim by causing them to be unable to sleep soundly, concentrate, or have the energy to enjoy life. Maybe you find yourself “reliving” the accident, worrying about what you could have done differently, possible unforeseen consequences of your injuries, or generally feeling out of control or helpless. One of the best and easiest ways to cope with anxiety and stress is to talk about your feelings. A trusted friend, family membe