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Help Linda & Marcus Recover After Losing Their Business

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Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Strangers,

Life has taken an unexpected and devastating turn for Linda and Marcus. In February, their mobile pet grooming van was totaled by a tow truck that was supposed to assist them. As the tow company did not have the proper insurance to cover the loss, Linda and Marcus now must seek legal assistance to recover the full cost of damages to their business. As many of you know, their mobile business was their primary source of income, and the loss has left them unable to cover essential living expenses, including rent, while they navigate the complex process of seeking legal assistance.

On top of everything, Marcus and Linda are fully supporting Marcus’s dad as he battles a terminal illness. They have been his primary caregiver, which has added immense emotional and financial strain to an already overwhelming situation.

Linda and Marcus are hardworking and determined individuals who built their business from the ground up. Now, faced with unexpected hardship, they need our support to stay afloat during this challenging time.

Unfortunately, without immediate funds, securing legal assistance to fight for the insurance coverage they rightfully deserve has been impossible. They are also at risk of losing their housing as they will not be able to work again until they can replace their work van, which may take months. Every dollar raised will go directly toward covering housing for Linda, Marcus, and Marcus’s dad, as well as legal fees while they work to get back on their feet.

If you’re able to contribute, no amount is too small—every donation makes a difference. If you can’t donate, sharing this campaign would mean a lot. We are also looking for recommendations for lawyers that specialize in bad faith insurance litigation and/or lawyers experienced in civil litigation alongside an insurance company. If you have a referral, please let us know or contact Linda or Marcus directly.

Let’s come together to help Linda and Marcus rebuild and find stability. Thank you for your support.

With Gratitude,
Nissa & Aliyah
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    Organizer and beneficiary

    Nissa Kreidler
    Organizer
    McKinleyville, CA
    Linda Smutz
    Beneficiary

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