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LegalShield June Consumer Stress Index Increases as Consumer Protection Measures Approach Expiration Date

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

LegalShield, the company that protects and empowers people with tools and services needed to affordably live a just and secure life, today released its June Economic Stress Index, a suite of leading indicators of the economic and financial status of U.S. households and small businesses. The LegalShield Consumer Stress Index, one of five sub-indices, rose in June for the second consecutive month, with the index’s consumer finance component reaching its highest point since June of last year. LegalShield plan members sought assistance with credit reports and repair, vehicle financing, payday loans/title loans, and billing disputes causing The LegalShield Consumer Stress Index to increase (worsen) 1.7 points in June to 61.5.

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  • The LegalShield Consumer Stress Index, one of five sub-indices, rose in June for the second consecutive month, with the indexs consumer finance component reaching its highest point since June of last year.
  • LegalShield plan members sought assistance with credit reports and repair, vehicle financing, payday loans/title loans, and billing disputes causing The LegalShield Consumer Stress Index to increase (worsen) 1.7 points in June to 61.5.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210720006036/en/
    The LegalShield Consumer Stress Index (Graphic: Business Wire)
    While stimulus payments, federal protections, and forbearance programs have kept consumer stress muted throughout the pandemic, financial strain appears to be increasing as government interventions are being phased out, said LegalShield CEO Jeff Bell.
  • Despite the rise in Consumer Stress, LegalShields Bankruptcy Index remains at its second-lowest reading on record.

LegalShield Combats Rising Cybercrime Among Small to Midsize Companies with IDShield for Business

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Monday, April 19, 2021

b"As businesses store more customer data online, thereby increasing their vulnerability to cybercrime, LegalShield today announced the newest addition to its portfolio of personal and business security products: IDShield for Business.

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  • b"As businesses store more customer data online, thereby increasing their vulnerability to cybercrime, LegalShield today announced the newest addition to its portfolio of personal and business security products: IDShield for Business.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cAnd the impact of cybercrime is expensive\xe2\x80\x94when they\xe2\x80\x99re hit, small businesses pay an average $200,000 in legal and cleanup costs.\xe2\x80\x9d\nIDShield for Business roots out vulnerabilities by scanning customers\xe2\x80\x99 networks.
  • In addition, over 34,000 companies offer LegalShield and IDShield plans to their employees as voluntary benefits.
  • For more information about LegalShield, visit: https://www.legalshield.com/ or for more information about IDShield, visit: https://www.idshield.com/\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210419005791/en/\n"

LegalShield International Convention Inspires Sales Associates to Lead Change as Society Emerges from Isolation

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 1, 2021

The livestreamed convention brings together more than 10,000 associates across the US and Canada and features expert speakers on business, leadership and professional development, and networking opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • The livestreamed convention brings together more than 10,000 associates across the US and Canada and features expert speakers on business, leadership and professional development, and networking opportunities.
  • Additionally, LegalShield will introduce two new services to its portfolio of products which protect and empower people and businesses.
  • Our international convention provides associates with tools to help lead our mission and make a difference in other peoples lives while taking control of their own financial futures.
  • In addition to the Small Business Plans, LegalShield will offer a business supplement specifically for the growing trend of home-based businesses.

LegalShield Reaches Membership Milestone as Millions Seek to Address Rising Legal and Cybercrime Concerns

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021

From the outset of the pandemic, many personal and family issues rose to extreme importance for members including landlord/tenant, employment, family law, estate planning, and cybercrime challenges.

Key Points: 
  • From the outset of the pandemic, many personal and family issues rose to extreme importance for members including landlord/tenant, employment, family law, estate planning, and cybercrime challenges.
  • Our focus on cutting-edge technology, particularly our mobile apps, enabled us to help resolve issues quickly, affordably, and with record satisfaction from our members.
  • A trailblazer in the democratization of affordable access to legal protection, LegalShield is the world's largest platform for legal, identity, and reputation management services covering more than 4.4 million people.
  • For more information about LegalShield, visit: https://www.legalshield.com or for more information about IDShield, visit: https://www.idshield.com/ .

LegalShield’s January Member Service Report Shows Continued Abatement of Consumer Stress and Foreclosed Homes

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 15, 2021

Released today, LegalShields January report on specific services provided to plan members across the country by its exclusive provider attorney network, reflect the continuation of lowered consumer stress and foreclosed homes.

Key Points: 
  • Released today, LegalShields January report on specific services provided to plan members across the country by its exclusive provider attorney network, reflect the continuation of lowered consumer stress and foreclosed homes.
  • LegalShields Consumer Stress Index fell for the 2nd consecutive month proving that stimulus measures are working to alleviate consumer stress.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210215005039/en/
    LegalShield Consumer Stress Index (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Our exclusive legal service provider network received fewer LegalShield member requests concerning bankruptcy, debt collections, foreclosures and evictions, pushing down our Consumer Stress and Foreclosure Indices, said LegalShield CEO Jeff Bell.
  • Highlights from the January 2021 LegalShield Economic Stress Index are as follows:
    The Consumer Stress Index fell (improved) 3.1 points in January to 62.8.

LegalShield Assists Record Number of Small Businesses In 2020

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

With millions of small business owners seeking help amidst the coronavirus pandemic and government lockdowns, LegalShield announced today all-time highs in demand and utilization for its small business legal products.

Key Points: 
  • With millions of small business owners seeking help amidst the coronavirus pandemic and government lockdowns, LegalShield announced today all-time highs in demand and utilization for its small business legal products.
  • In 2020, the LegalShield Small Business Plan facilitated more than 250,000 service intakes for US and Canadian small businesses in a wide range of legal areas, the top five of which were business licenses and fees, collections, employment issues, contracts and consumer finance.
  • Additionally, the plan welcomed a substantial number of new members, representing an 18.3% year-over-year sales increase, and resulting in compound annual growth from 2017 through 2020 of 15.8%.
  • Launch by LegalShield , which provides business formation assistance bundled with other legal benefits, helped introduce thousands of new businesses to the market in 2020.

LegalShield Service Results Provide Glimpse into Secondary Effects of Covid-19

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

The company saw drastic changes in the volume of services it provides in certain areas of law, which reflect the mindset of individuals and business owners, and indicate secondary effects brought on by Covid-19.

Key Points: 
  • The company saw drastic changes in the volume of services it provides in certain areas of law, which reflect the mindset of individuals and business owners, and indicate secondary effects brought on by Covid-19.
  • I am very proud that we were well-prepared to provide the advice and support that our members needed during this crisis.
  • In addition, over 34,000 companies offer LegalShield and IDShield plans to their employees as voluntary benefits.
  • For more information about LegalShield, visit: https://www.legalshield.com or for more information about IDShield, visit: https://www.idshield.com/ .

LegalShield Expands Affordable Legal Services for Small Business Owners Amidst Pandemic

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 5, 2021

With millions of small business owners struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic, LegalShield announced today a new suite of small business legal plans; including a business supplement specifically for the growing trend of home-based businesses.

Key Points: 
  • With millions of small business owners struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic, LegalShield announced today a new suite of small business legal plans; including a business supplement specifically for the growing trend of home-based businesses.
  • To further support these businesses, we are expanding choice for legal services with the Small Business Essentials, Plus and Pro Plans.
  • The LegalShield Small Business Plan is available in three tiers, starting as low as $49 per month, allowing small business owners to only pay for what they need.
  • LegalShields expanded small business plans and supplements augment a full suite of small business services including Launch By LegalShield for business formation, the Business Plus Supplement for business and marketing consultation, and the Ride Share and Delivery Supplement .

LegalShield Introduces New Ride Share and Delivery Coverage to Help Drivers Protect Themselves and Their Livelihoods

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 1, 2020

The LegalShield Ride Share and Delivery Supplement helps to increase drivers peace of mind by giving them access to expert legal advice without paying high hourly rates.

Key Points: 
  • The LegalShield Ride Share and Delivery Supplement helps to increase drivers peace of mind by giving them access to expert legal advice without paying high hourly rates.
  • As an addition to the LegalShield Legal Plan, drivers can now access a unique plan designed to provide specific, additional coverage for income-producing purposes.
  • This supplement protects and empowers ride share and delivery drivers with essential legal services such as:
    Telephone Consultation and Legal Research.
  • To get more information on the LegalShield Ride Share and Delivery Supplement, you can go to https://www.legalshield.com/legal-help-ride-share-and-delivery-drivers .

LegalShield Recognized Excellence of U.S. & Canada Provider Law Firms Dedicated to Justice for All

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 29, 2020

The Award of Excellence was Wagner, Falconer & Judd, Ltd. the provider firm for Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Key Points: 
  • The Award of Excellence was Wagner, Falconer & Judd, Ltd. the provider firm for Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.
  • The referral firm is recognized for its service of LegalShield members across the United States and support of all provider law firms in the LegalShield network.
  • Supervising Attorney of the Year, Lady of Justice Award recognizes the one individual attorney in all LegalShield provider law firms who leads the firm and the LegalShield practice with excellence.
  • Administrator of the Year, Lady of Justice Award recognizes the one individual team member or staff in all LegalShield provider law firms who leads the firm and the LegalShield practice with excellence.