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Photo credit: Pacific Missile Range Facility contractors Albert Niau-Kanahele and David Planas move donations to be shipped to Maui to help wildfire victims, at Pacific Missile Range Facility, Hawaii, Aug. 13, 2023. PMRF, located on the island of Kauai, began...

By now, many of us know a little about AI (artificial intelligence), but what does AI stand for and why is it important for us? We’ve seen films about robots and computers becoming self-aware and either trying to save or destroy the world. We’ve heard about robotic...

Interview with LegalShield CEO Warren Schlichting on the Is That Even Legal? Podcast   “The law impacts almost everything we do, several times a day. Sometimes we break the law and don’t even know it! Attorney Bob Sewell explores what is legal in today’s society...

At LegalShield, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) are at the heart of our mission to protect and empower people with equal access to the tools and services needed to live a just and secure life. What We Do We create products that improve and empower the lives of...

Happy Pride Month! Every June, millions showcase their rainbow flags and clothing and gather in the streets to celebrate the "Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer" (LGBTQ) community. Pride Month began to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, which...

Happy Juneteenth! Let freedom ring! Juneteenth is officially a federal holiday, and there are multiple ways to pause, reflect, get educated and celebrate this holiday and its significant impact on African American history. Do you know what the holiday is and how it...

Juneteenth was established as a federal holiday in 2021 After years of efforts made by activists and Congress members to recognize Juneteenth as a national holiday, it finally became official in 2021: Juneteenth is a federal holiday! This momentous day represents the...

What is the metaverse? You may have heard tech pioneers like Mark Zuckerberg refer to the metaverse as “the future of the Internet.” What does that mean, exactly? What does that look like? In a nutshell, the metaverse is an immersive cyberspace made up of technologies...

The battle between Russia and Ukraine On February 24, 2022, Russia bulldozed into Ukraine in a multi-pronged invasion that has left an eerie mark in European history books. Ukraine’s 44 million residents woke up to bombs, fighting, and brutal attacks against the...

How many times have you heard someone utter the phrase, “I hate lawyers!”? From John Milton—Al Pacino’s character in The Devil’s Advocate—to Gene Hackman’s portrayal of Avery Tolar in The Firm, to Bob Odenkirk’s depiction of Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad, lawyers are...

How Black History Month started February is here, which means it’s Black History Month! Every year during this month, Americans celebrate and honor the contributions and sacrifices made by the brave and bold African Americans who have shaped our country. We dedicate...

The Caldor Fire is prompting evacuation orders in Northern California. The Caldor Fire has exploded and is burning over 50,000 acres, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes. As of now, the wildfire is 0% contained and endangers multiple northern...

We know our members are busy. That’s why we’ve enhanced our mobile app to make it easier and faster for you to get the legal assistance you need. Here are 4 key takeaways from our new app: 1. Easier and more convenient to connect with your provider lawyer. Our new app...

The aftermath of the Gaza Strip attacks is unraveling all over the world. Hatred is a dangerous, despicable disease and unfortunately, it is unraveling all over the world and right here in our own country. Following an 11-day battle in the Gaza Strip between Israel...

As we all know, Trump was a big fan of sharing his freedom of expression on social media. But after one too many “tweets heard around the world,” he got blocked from using media giants Twitter and Facebook and now, one of our country’s most respectable jurists,...

No matter where you live it is important to prepare for natural disasters. Fires, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes and other natural disasters may be unstoppable, but you can avoid the legal disasters that they often cause by preparing in advance. If you have questions...

Georgia Mass Shooting: What Happened? The news that broke last week about the mass shooting in Georgia was shocking and horrific to say the least. If you haven’t yet tuned into the ongoing story, here’s what you need to know: Last week, a shooter opened fire at three...

Merrick Garland Expected to Advance Gun Control Policies. As the topic of gun control becomes more and more of a hot-button issue, we’re now seeing signs that additional restrictions may be en route. On Monday, February 22, Merrick Garland, a federal appeals court...

Human Resource leaders and business owners across the nation and around the world are working tirelessly to navigate through these uncertain times. We at LegalShield are inspired by the ingenuity and hard work we are witnessing companies display. We stand open and...

You never know when life is going to gift you with a legal challenge, or even shower you with a few in rapid succession. At just about any stage in life, you will be faced with legal situations you cannot handle on your own. Having legal protection at the ready gives...

5 simple steps for uploading legal documents The LegalShield mobile app just got better! As a LegalShield Member, you have all the benefits that your membership provides – right at the touch of a button. And we’ve made it even easier to have your important legal...

Employees want to feel safe in their workplace. They trust their employers to keep them secure with locked doors and badge entries. They also hope their employers will keep them secure financially as well and provide them with a robust benefits package. On behalf of...

Accessing legal assistance through LegalShield’s mobile app is now even easier. Instead of typing in your username and password, you can now login using just your fingerprint or face recognition. If you have an Android device, you’ll have a fingerprint scanner; iOS...

Financial wellness is more than saving money for retirement. Legal protection plans help bridge the gap between financial savings and financial protection by providing a proactive approach in protecting not only a participant’s legal rights but also their financial...

Each year 57 million Americans experience some type of legal event. These events range from signing a contract to dealing with a speeding tickets. Understanding the nature of these issues will help you avoid problems and handle whatever comes your way. The following...

Here’s How Your LegalShield Membership Can Help We all make mistakes. Unfortunately, avoidable legal mistakes can be costly and difficult to resolve, if they can be resolved at all. The key is understanding these common mistakes so they can be avoided. Your...

More than 45 years ago, we opened our doors to protect people and that is still what we do today for millions of individuals and tens of thousands of businesses across the United States and Canada. Here are just a few of the LegalShield and IDShield success stories...

More than 45 years ago, we opened our doors to protect people and that is still what we do today for millions of individuals and tens of thousands of businesses across the United States and Canada. Here are just a few of the LegalShield and IDShield success stories...

At LegalShield, we hold ourselves and our independent sales associates to the highest of standards. LegalShield’s Code of Ethics reflects our commitment to engaging in ethical business practices that educate, protect and serve our members and associates and help them...

The best way to fully comprehend the benefits of your LegalShield membership is to use it to contact your provider law firm. It is important to call early on during a legal issue to make sure you fully understand your rights and options. The following information will...

The sharing economy is transforming industry after industry over the past few decades. Also known as collaborative consumption or the peer economy, the term “sharing economy” first began to appear in the late 1990s and early 2000s as businesses such...

Throughout 2016 LegalShield has continued to add exciting new benefits to the LegalShield App, Ask LegalShield and Shake by LegalShield. In addition, IDShield members now have real-time information and immediate access to dedicated investigators, with the IDShield...

To accommodate your changing communications habits, the new automated virtual assistant, Erin, will serve as the first line of customer service on the LegalShield homepage as well as within Facebook Messenger. Erin can provide you with answers to common questions and...

Shake by LegalShield offers instant access to a wide variety of free legal forms for small businesses and day-to-day activities. The documents include loan agreements, non-disclosure agreements, lease agreements, skilled labor contracts, contract work agreements, and...

LegalShield is committed to bringing equal access to justice for all. As one of our valued members, LegalShield will strive to make your experience as pleasant as possible and ensure you receive all the benefits you are entitled to with your LegalShield membership. We...

Your LegalShield Membership gives you access to a wide network of experienced lawyers. Using your LegalShield Membership helps you make informed decisions about all types of legal matters from the trivial to the traumatic. We surveyed some of our top LegalShield...

From Al Pacino’s character John Milton in The Devil’s Advocate, to Gene Hackman’s portrayal of Avery Tolar in The Firm, to Bob Odenkirk’s depiction of Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad … lawyers are the characters that we love to hate. Even Shakespeare himself once penned...

Unfortunately, most people learn about these legal mistakes the hard way. Often they learn too late and there is little that can be done. The key is understanding these issues so you can make the right choices before a problem develops or a deadline is missed. If you...

With the end of summer quickly approaching students and their parents are getting ready for the start of another school year. This year you and your family will have yet another learning tool that may help you make more informed legal decisions. Ask by LegalShield...

Take your membership to the next level, for free! The MyLegalShield member app for iOS and Android smartphones will put the power of LegalShield in your pocket. When you need to ask a legal or identity theft-related question, call LegalShield member services or need...