LegalShield Blog

"I tested positive for COVID-19, so I can't come to work today." Millions of Americans have tested positive for Omicron, the latest COVID-19 strain, and businesses industry-wide are facing the consequences. With so many staff members out sick and workloads continuing...

A Southwest Airlines flier punched an employee, and this is not the first unruly traveler of 2021. When you pack up your briefcase and get ready for work, you would never expect to get there and get punched in the face – right? For many airline employees, however,...

Over the past several months, millions have decided to quit their jobs. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 4 million Americans quit their job in July. This trend is nothing new – these numbers started soaring over the spring and have been consistent...

Understanding Your Employee Rights During Coronavirus Employees everywhere have seen their job status thrown into uncertainty over the coronavirus outbreak. Store, restaurant, and office closings have left many unable to work, and those fortunate enough to be able to...

School is back in session, and the mask wars have begun. As American students pack up their backpacks and head back to class, some are bringing masks and others are not. To mask or not to mask? The question has sparked a polarizing controversy in schools. While many...

The Pfizer-Biotech vaccine is now fully FDA-approved. Amid the chaos of the highly contagious Delta variant, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has marked a significant milestone in COVID-19 history by approving the Pfizer-Biotech vaccine. Millions of Americans...

"You've got two options:" Officials are requiring health care workers and more to get vaccinated or test weekly. You’ve seen a lot of daunting news headlines lately. Is COVID-19 resurfacing? What are the new rules when it comes to vaccines? Let’s break down the latest...

Airline Customer Complaints are Skyrocketing in the Aftermath of COVID-19 When customers were forced to cancel flights once the pandemic hit the U.S. in March 2020, they expected to be refunded for their travel purchases. Unfortunately, though, many are still fighting...

The COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out, which is wonderful news for everyone that’s been tapping their feet on the waiting list for quite some time to receive it. According to the Pew Research Center, however, 1 in 4 Americans said they would either “probably” or...

Protecting Your Business in a Global Pandemic Every business struggles to balance the money they earn with the money they owe, and the closures and restrictions necessitated by the coronavirus crisis have shrunk the former category considerably for companies across...

Choosing to file for bankruptcy is a difficult decision for any individual or business owner, but it’s one that many may face as the current coronavirus crisis leaves more people in debt, with no means of getting out. Unfortunately, the process is time-consuming with...

Protecting Your Business During Coronavirus Businesses are feeling the effects of the lockdowns across the country, and the CARES Act recently passed by Congress is looking to provide assistance to those businesses as they attempt to stay afloat during this period....

Ensuring Your Families Protection During Coronavirus Looking out for your family’s health and safety is normally your number one priority, and that instinct is heightened in the midst of our current coronavirus pandemic. We’re all looking for guidance and direction to...

Protecting Your Business Amid the Coronavirus The coronavirus crisis has left many businesses in a bind as customers stay home and revenue dries up, particularly for those unable to operate online. Fortunately, the Small Business Administration (SBA), Emergency...

Protecting Landlords During Coronavirus The coronavirus has created challenges for people in all aspects of life and business, and while there is a great deal of attention rightly paid to the plight of tenants, landlords are not immune to the financial turmoil of the...

Understanding Your Tenant Rights The uncertainty caused by the coronavirus has introduced new burdens that many didn’t worry about under normal circumstances. Simply being able to pay the rent is a new primary concern for millions, and the recent economic downturn has...

Managing Workplace Safety The health and well-being of your workforce are primary concerns of employers and employees alike, which is why the coronavirus outbreak has created particular stress in companies around the country. Fears about spreading the virus are paired...

Navigating Employee Compensation As the economy continues to suffer and business dries up due to lockdowns nationwide, employers have to be judicious with what they can offer employees in terms of work and pay. With no clarity as to when things might return to normal...

Navigating Your Unemployment Options The COVID-19 outbreak has left many suddenly out of work, with no options to find a new job so long as the country remains on lockdown to prevent the spread of the disease. Finding yourself unemployed at a time when anxieties are...

Managing Your Business Remotely During Coronavirus Remote work is the dream for many workers, and more employers have added flexibility around allowing their employees to work from home on occasion. Few were prepared for the drastic shift to an all-remote workforce...

Managing Finances During the Global Crisis Money is a concern for most families and that financial worry has only increased as the coronavirus shutdown thrusts people temporarily out of work and families into financial limbo. Keeping up with payments on your home or...

Managing Your Travel During the Pandemic You’ve planned your trip for months, only to have the swift onset of a global pandemic dash your dreams. You’ve made the wise decision to cancel your trip, or perhaps the decision was made for you. While your plans may be off,...

Protecting Your Family During the Pandemic The importance of childcare has been an unappreciated issue until schools began closing in the wake of the coronavirus. Parents are suddenly having to make alternate plans for their young children on the fly, often without...

Ensuring Your Protection During the Coronavirus Outbreak While you’re taking every step possible to ensure the health of yourself and your family during the current Coronavirus crisis, there remains a chance that you or a loved one will need to interact with the...

There is a lot going on in the world right now and we all remain vigilant and attentive. We recognize that during times of uncertainty, the need for sound legal help is heightened. We want to reassure our members that we stand ready to serve your legal needs. We are...