The aftermath of the Pacific Palisades fire highlights several challenges faced by residents, especially concerning water quality assurances and rising restoration costs. Although officials announced the water was safe to drink after two months, many residents are hesitant to return. Homeowners, like the Miltons, are confronted with exorbitant bids for home repairs, raising questions about price gouging amid the disaster. Legal ambiguities regarding what constitutes gouging complicate their situations, leading to uncertainty and frustration for those trying to rebuild their lives.
lawyers differ on whether it's gouging, and if the company did not previously operate in California, no one will say for sure for lack of a baseline price.
the old Latin slogan caveat emptor ('let the buyer beware') gained new relevance for survivors of January's fires in the Palisades.
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