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Disaster preparedness, response and recovery

Key considerations for managing through a catastrophe

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Hurricanes, earthquakes, and other catastrophic events bring the need for disaster preparedness into sharp focus. Companies of all sizes, as well as individuals, must have clear protocols around disaster planning, ranging from immediate response to an event to business recovery practices and proactive defenses against future occurrences.

Without proper planning and collaboration, a disaster amplifies risk around many facets of an organization’s operations, from tax implications and loss claims to, vendor relationships and the supply chain impacts. No disaster happens without serious, long-ranging effects on a business, but proper planning and action can mitigate these impacts.

RSM helps organizations navigate each stage of disaster response

Disaster alerts and related guidance

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IRS extends tax deadlines for wildfire victims in California
IRS grants relief to California wildfire victims in Los Angeles County. Affected taxpayers have until Oct. 15, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Business tax
Business tax
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California fires: Accelerated disaster relief tax provisions
Explore the California fire relief available for taxpayers and IRS provisions that provide for accelerating disaster loss claims.
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Federal taxPersonal tax planning
Federal taxPersonal tax planning
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Qualified disaster relief through charitable organizations
Public charities, private foundations, and donor advised funds can provide qualified disaster relief assistance to victims of qualified disasters, including individuals and small businesses.
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Federal taxExempt organization
Federal taxExempt organization
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How employers can assist employees impacted by major disasters
Employers have several tax-advantaged methods for providing financial support to employees impacted by major disasters.
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Compensation & benefitsLabor and workforce
Compensation & benefitsLabor and workforce
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IRS extends tax filing deadline for taxpayers in certain Tennessee counties
IRS grants disaster relief to taxpayers located in certain Tennessee counties. Affected taxpayers have until May 1, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Business taxExcise tax consultingFederal taxIncome & franchise taxTax controversyPrivate client services
Business taxExcise tax consulting
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IRS extends tax filing deadline for taxpayers in certain Florida counties
IRS grants disaster relief to taxpayers located in certain Florida counties. Affected taxpayers have until May 1, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Business taxExempt organization
Business taxExempt organization
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IRS extends tax filing deadline for taxpayers in North Carolina
IRS grants disaster relief to taxpayers located in North Carolina. Affected taxpayers have until May 1, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Business taxExempt organization
Business taxExempt organization
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IRS extends tax filing deadline for taxpayers in Georgia
IRS grants disaster relief to taxpayers located in Georgia. Affected taxpayers have until May 1, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Federal taxExcise tax consulting
Federal taxExcise tax consulting
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IRS extends tax filing deadline for taxpayers in Alabama
IRS grants disaster relief to taxpayers located in Alabama. Affected taxpayers have until May 1, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Business taxExempt organization
Business taxExempt organization
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IRS extends tax filing deadline for taxpayers in Louisiana
IRS grants disaster relief to taxpayers located in Louisiana. Affected taxpayers have until Feb. 3, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Excise tax consultingFederal taxPrivate client services
Excise tax consultingFederal tax
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IRS extends tax filing deadline for taxpayers in certain Virginia counties
IRS grants disaster relief to taxpayers located in certain Virginia counties. Affected taxpayers have until May 1, 2025, to file returns and make payments.
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Business taxExcise tax consultingFederal tax
Business taxExcise tax consulting
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Who's who in insurance claims for natural disasters
Understanding the parties involved with insurance claims for natural disasters can eliminate ambiguity and increase the speed and success of claims.
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