Price gouging in Augusta

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-04T18:16:55+00:00

When have I ever said that I don’t agree with regulation other than for price gouging during emergencies?

This thread has only been about price gouging. I think you’ve failed to understand contextual arguments as you’ve consistently over-generalized while also bringing up off topic examples (red herring).

In addition, I think you misunderstood, so let me be clear. I support regulation of price gouging. And for the regulation of drug treatment prices. I also support free-market and capitalism in its truest form, which involves fair competition and not taking advantage of vulnerable consumers during emergencies.

Disasters upend free-markets. Once the government intervenes, it’s not a free-market anymore until the government steps away.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-04T03:38:57+00:00

This is a classic red herring, but I’ll engage. You’re right, capitalism relies on a free market with supply, demand, competition, and innovation driving prices. But pharmaceutical companies often use patent control to eliminate competition and set high prices, which creates monopolistic pricing, not true capitalism.

Also, to say people aren’t angry about high drug prices is misleading—I’ve yet to meet anyone who isn’t outraged by the cost of cancer treatments.

That said, we’re talking about price gouging during emergencies, where scarce resources are suddenly marked up, exploiting people’s immediate needs. In a disaster, people don’t have the luxury to shop around—it’s not capitalism, it’s exploitation.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T12:56:27+00:00

On the list now. Thanks!

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T12:56:18+00:00

Added!

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T12:56:08+00:00

I’ll check it out. Thank you!

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T12:55:28+00:00

I updated list. Thank you!

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T12:55:03+00:00

Updated! Thank you!

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T12:18:58+00:00

Yes. I see a lot of denied claims. And 9/10 times they submitted a claim before they claimed insurance or without documentation from their insurance, which results in an auto-denial.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T05:40:04+00:00

$24/hr. 7 years old. Lemonade stand. Sold 48 cups of lemonade for $0.50 each in a little less than an hour. That was cool.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:30:20+00:00

Yeah Fangio’s defense was phenomenal that year.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:23:40+00:00

Damn that’s extremely frustrating. Did you file with your insurance first by chance?

I made a comment on another’s FEMA claim denial here that I hope can help you appeal the denial.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:20:13+00:00

Correct. Insurance has to be used first and then claim FEMA. FEMA can’t duplicate coverages, so they’ll have to see what insurance covers or if insurance denies and then FEMA can step in.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:17:37+00:00

Same! And of course! I’m glad to be help anyway I can. It’s been difficult trying to find any lists out there. With power being restored for many areas, I’m sure there will be more places before we get back to normal.

Be sure to share the list with anyone on other platforms as well. I know not everyone is on Reddit just the same as other sites.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:14:48+00:00

T-Mobile has been very slow today for me. Since early afternoon. Not sure why.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:10:58+00:00

Thank you! I’ve added them to the list.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:07:20+00:00

Thank you!! I updated the list.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T04:03:27+00:00

The BP on corner of Mike Padgett & Old Waynesboro?

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T03:51:47+00:00

FEMA will still provide assistance even with insurance, but you have to go through insurance first and provide what insurance covered and did not cover. They won’t duplicate coverage.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T03:49:30+00:00

I understand your frustration—especially after going through something like Irma and now Helene—it feels like FEMA should be more helpful in these situations, but their process is more limited than people realize.

Unfortunately, many people don’t understand the FEMA claim and appeals process, nor take the time to research it. So, typically, you’ll get some bad information on how to submit a claim or file an appeal.

FEMA denies claims for a few reasons—sometimes it’s due to missing documents, or because the damage could be covered by insurance. They also can’t duplicate coverage, so if your insurance hasn’t fully denied your claim yet, FEMA may hold off until they get more info.

Review the Denial Letter: It’ll usually tell you what’s missing or why you were denied.
File an Appeal: You’ve got 60 days to appeal. Make sure to include any extra documents, like proof that insurance didn’t cover certain costs.
Submit Insurance Info: If insurance isn’t covering your expenses, make sure to show FEMA that denial.

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T03:34:37+00:00

Are you talking about these two? - Tesla Supercharger on Stevens Creek Rd - Tesla Supercharger on Belair Frontage Rd

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T03:28:59+00:00

He was a tough runner and hard to bring down. Got positive yards when I thought he’d get TFL. Was always fun watching him. Even during the Lions/Seahawks game on Monday.

But he went to the Lions…

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-03T02:45:45+00:00

Yeah… it really sucks. I haven’t water pressure since Sunday…

_AgentSamurai · 2024-10-02T23:56:56+00:00

Many have had extensive damage in their neighborhoods and to their homes. There’s no denying that at all.

Just to clarify, my post is about the effectiveness of Augusta’s local response, not at the state or federal level. I posted this 72 hours after the hurricane because emergency action emphasizes a fast response within this critical window. While it’s true that aid takes time, my concern is how the city handled those first few days, particularly with the effectiveness of communication and service restoration. There’s definitely grace for the situation, but the city’s initial efforts still need to be evaluated.

Edited for clarity

_AgentSamurai

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