The August 2020 Edition of LegalSmart focuses on Cybersecurity! Download LegalSmart Here:  LegalSmart - October 2020 Featured Story:  National Cybersecurity Awareness Month Trending Now: The Next Generation of Apple Products Something Different: The Scoop on Superstitions Tip of the Month: Street and Treat Safety for Halloween

Street and Treat Safety for Halloween Halloween without trick-or-treating is just another October day, which is why many millennial parents are advocating for a revised celebration of candy and costumes. Neighborhood associations and parent groups across the nation are encouraging a socially-distanced evening with masked-up families, travel-size hand sanitizer, and “treat yourself” buckets on doorsteps. … Continue reading Tip of the Month – October 2020

The Next Generation of Apple Watches, iPad Air, and iOS Software Recently announced was iOS 14, Apple’s reimagined operating system boasting mini apps, interactive group chats, digital car keys, a translation app, mask-laden Memojis, and more. The iPad Air 4 is sleeker than ever and complements its space gray, silver, and rose gold options with … Continue reading #TrendingNow – October 2020

The Scoop on Superstitions Black cats, abandoned pennies, and broken mirrors aren’t just folklore of misfortune. Most superstitions are rooted in the beliefs and “real-life” happenings of our ancestors. Here’s an inside look into these most common fears: “Bless You” These two words are more than just a curtesy. Ancient Greeks and Romans believed that … Continue reading Something Different – October 2020

National Cyber Security Awareness Month This year commemorates October’s 17th year as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The annual, 31-day campaign encourages Americans to secure all resources necessary to practice online safety. Spearheading the efforts are the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA). The theme for this year’s movement is … Continue reading Featured Story – October 2020

September is Healthy Aging Month As we grow older, we tend to steer clear of the unknown and seek comfort in the familiar. Healthy Aging Month encourages seasoned adults to break the cycle and rediscover excitement in adulthood. The annual observance motivates those ages 45 and up to improve their mental, physical, social, and financial … Continue reading Tip of the Month – September 2020

The New College Care Package While dorm life continues to foster feelings of excitement and independence in college students, group living poses a serious health risk. Be sure your college student is equipped with a COVID Quarantine Bag in the event they test positive while on campus. They can safely transition to quarantine without the … Continue reading #TrendingNow – September 2020

A Word on Water Meet Martin Riese, America’s first Water Sommelier. Rather than sipping vintage vinos, Riese samples waters from around the globe. More than taste, however, Riese is concerned with the nutritional value of the hydrating liquid. In particular, TDS, or total dissolved solids. TDS measures the mineral composition of water, resulting in the … Continue reading Something Different – September 2020

The August 2020 Edition of LegalSmart focuses on back to school! Download LegalSmart Here:  LegalSmart - September 2020 Featured Story:  Preparing for a Virtual Hearing Trending Now: The New College Care Package Something Different: A Word on Water Tip of the Month: September is Healthy Aging Month

Preparing for a Virtual Hearing Although sitting behind a computer screen is less daunting than appearing in front of a judge, your virtual hearing requires equal preparation as an in-person appointment. Virtual court hearings can occur one of two ways – by phone, or by video. If you are scheduled to call in, be sure … Continue reading Featured Story – September 2020