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Medical Insurance May Not Be Enough to Protect Employees

Do All Financial Wellness Programs Offer the Solutions Employees Need? Financial wellness programs are the hot topic for HR and benefits managers right now. Companies are scrambling to add tools, resources, coaching, and programs to help employees understand financial wellness and strategies to achieve financial security. Companies have realized that more resources can help employees spend less time worried, anxious, frustrated and depressed over what may appear as endless debt or the inability to make enough money to obtain the things they need in life. A second realization is that...

Written by mgarcia on Jan 24, 2020

Annual Legal Plan Industry Competitive Analysis Annual Performance Report 2019 Part I Overview – LegalEASE Plan Four decades ago, in 1971, the founders of LegalEASE pioneered the development of a group-based legal plan in one of the first ever legal plans. Since that time LegalEASE has created and sold a number of different insurance legal plans and today the LegalEASE legal plan has grown into one of the most developed fully insured legal plans in the employee market today. The LegalEASE Legal Plan provides fully insured group legal services to employers throughout the United States. We have...

Written by tpyles on Jun 18, 2019

Today is the 4 th Annual National-Merry-Go-Round Day. This day was founded in 2014 by Bette Largent, “President of the National Carousel Association, and carousel historian, to shine a spotlight on these beautiful, historical creations that still bring joy to people of all ages. The date commemorates the first U.S. patent issued in 1871 to William Schneider of Davenport, Iowa for the modern carousel.” 1 Did you know that the earliest documented merry-go-round was during the Byzantine Empire, as early as 540 A.D., which depicted baskets, carrying riders, suspended from a central pole. 1 The...

Written by mgarcia on Jul 25, 2018

Today is the 3 rd Annual National Sour Candy Day. This day was founded in 2015 by the American Licorice Company and declared by the Registrar at National Day Calendar to bring notice to the taste bud-awakening flavors, which adds a punch of youthful energy and a twist of fun to every flavor combination out there 1 . Although sour candy consumption can be fun –and hilarious when looking at others faces, for that first moment it can very well be terse and unexpected. Sour faces and wincing are not exclusively made by tart candy. Have you ever seen a request for court attendance, or needed to...

Written by mgarcia on Jul 18, 2018

LegalEASE Booth326 at Health & Benefits Leadership Conference

Join us in Las Vegas at the Aria Resort for the 6th annual Health & Benefits Leadership Conference from April 4 to April 6! Learn about how LegalGUARD is a smart option for your clients and employees. Let our President and CEO, Bob Heston , Senior Vice President of Sales, Mark Torrison , and Vice President of Sales, Jerry Turjanica , show you how having a strong legal plan makes a difference at booth #326. Human Resource Executive ® Health & Benefits Leadership Conference is the nation’s most innovative conference on benefits for employers.

Written by rpunzalan on Apr 02, 2018

It's International Day of Happiness! March 20 is the day we can reflect on all the good things in life and most importantly, appreciate happiness! Originated by the United Nations member states, this day came from the resolution calling for happiness to be given greater priority. The first year it was officially celebrated was in 2013, and for the first time, hundreds of “Happy Heroes” were honored. 1 These were people in communities who did so much to bring happiness to others. How will you be a hero? LegalEASE would like to remind you to celebrate and share happiness not just today but...

Written by mgarcia on Mar 20, 2018

Expecting, pregnant, adopting, preparation

When expecting your first child or if you have a newborn, you may want to consider writing or updating your will. It may seem a little far-fetched and no one wants to think about it, but what would happen to your little one if there is no plan in place? Who will care for your child if anything were to happen to you and your partner? It’s not the most comfortable thing to think about, but better safe than sorry. “For parents, making a will is the single most important thing you can do to make sure your child is cared for by people you would choose if anything should happen to you. 1 ” Your...

Written by zmcfarland on Mar 13, 2018

March 2nd means it's Texas Independence Day! In 1836 , Texas declared independence from Mexico. 1 Ever heard of the "Six Flags Over Texas"? The Republic of Texas marks the 4th flag. 2 LegalEASE, a LEGAL ACCESS Company, relocated to Houston, Texas over 30 years ago in 1987. We hope you get a chance to celebrate and enjoy your weekend with some Tex-Mex and BBQ and even spend some time at the Houston Rodeo ! Footnotes "Texas declares independence," This Day in History , http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/texas-declares-independence . "Six Flags Over Texas," San Jacinto Museum of History...

Written by rpunzalan on Mar 02, 2018

Taking the Necessary Precautions during Icy Weather

Being located in Houston, our office is not used to the sudden icy conditions the city has been experiencing lately. Roads are filled with sleet and it’s only expected to keep freezing. If you are going through the same situation, we at LegalEASE want to make sure you stay safe with some helpful tips on how to handle these icy conditions. 1. Firstly, it is highly recommended that you stay home if possible. Avoid putting your life at risk as safety is most important. 2. If you absolutely must get out on the roads, it’s suggested to drive slowly as it gives you more control over your vehicle...

Written by mgarcia on Jan 16, 2018

Thanksgiving is around the corner and coming faster than you think, as you scramble to put together the menu for this special day, don’t forget to practice safety in the kitchen with these 5 tips for a safe Thanksgiving dinner! 1. Remember to wash your hands before and after handling food! This may seem a little obvious, but it is definitely important to make sure this step is taken. Handling uncooked meat like turkey without the proper precautions can potentially spread salmonella, and that is not something you or your guests will be thankful for. 2. Do NOT rinse the bird! There’s some...

Written by mgarcia on Nov 22, 2017

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News, Updates & Press

Medical Insurance May Not Be Enough to Protect Employees

LegalEASE A Better Solution: A Competitive Analysis- Part I

It's National Merry-Go-Round Day!

It's National Sour Candy Day!

Join us at the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference!

Celebrate Happiness!

When Expecting, Consider Your Legal To-Do List

It's Independence Day! (For Texans)

Taking the Necessary Precautions during Icy Weather

5 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving

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