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Black-Owned Business during the Coronavirus Pandemic just might be saved.

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (“COVID-19”) pandemic disproportionately affected Black and Brown entrepreneurs, compared to their White counterparts. From February to April 2020, CNN Business reported there was a 41% closure rate in Black-owned businesses and a 32% drop in Latino-owned businesses. Meanwhile, White entrepreneurs experienced only a 17% closure rate. However, Black and Brown entrepreneurs have received unprecedented support from Americans outraged by police brutality and the tragic murders of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and Ahmaud Arbery, while motivated to make a difference in racial injustice and economic inequity. In its efforts to promote equality and end racism, the Black Lives Matter movement has contributed to a sharp rise in Black-owned businesses ’ global online sales.… Read More Black-Owned Business during the Coronavirus Pandemic just might be saved.

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“Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way”: How Digitalization and COVID-19 May Influence the Future of Probate

This blog discusses the potential consequences of a change in legislation towards a more lenient approach to wills and probate, especially in light of the societal changes that are ensuing due to the restrictions of the coronavirus pandemic. While proponents of such a change note convenience and accessibility as major incentives, there are several risks that may accompany a major expansion to traditional estate planning practices.… Read More “Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way”: How Digitalization and COVID-19 May Influence the Future of Probate

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The Digital Divide: Magnified by the Coronavirus Pandemic

This blog discusses the digital divide and the disparities that exist in technology access. Poorer communities and communities of color are disproportionately impacted by a lack of access to computers and Internet, which will impact online learning. The United States must do more to invest in education in more vulnerable communities and ensure that students have the resources that they need to perform in an online environment.… Read More The Digital Divide: Magnified by the Coronavirus Pandemic

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