| Volume 143 Number 41 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Are you an SSI or VA beneficiary? If you didn’t file a tax return for 2018 or 2019 and have dependent children, you must register with the IRS by noon Eastern Time on May 5 to get an additional $500 economic impact payment for dependents — or else you’ll have to wait until you file your 2020 tax return to get the money. Click here for more.
JetBlue to require travelers to wear face coverings
Starting May 4, passengers on JetBlue airlines will be required to wear a face covering. The airline said in a statement that its priority is protecting the health of all individuals in the cabin during travel. The airline added that customers should wear a face covering in the airport as well. The CDC has recommended that all individuals cover their mouth and nose with a cloth face covering in public settings, even if they do not feel sick. Click here for more.
Your Money
One of the most important resources in your financial life is a well-stocked emergency fund, an account to tap when an unexpected event derails your financial plans. As Americans experience income losses during the coronavirus pandemic, having a healthy savings account has become more crucial. Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Judge in Texas pioneers trial by Zoom. A Texas state court judge charted a new path for trials during the coronavirus pandemic last week when he held a one-day bench trial through videoconferencing service Zoom, overcoming technical difficulties to hear a dispute over roughly $96,000 in attorney fees stemming from an insurance case. This is not the first use of Zoom in Texas courts but it is believed to be the first full-blown trial. Click here for more.