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FAMILY LAWYERS FIELD CALLS ABOUT CUSTODY DURING COVID-19

While COVID-19 continues to change the way people live, with stay-at-home orders being extended through April 30, as well as schools being closed until that time, family law attorneys are receiving calls for guidance to navigate child custody issues.

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Attorney Lester Barclay (pictured) has been receiving calls from parents who have issues about child custody during COVID-19.

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION FTC RETURNS MORE THAN $3.1 MILLION TO VICTIMS OF STUDENT LOAN DEBT RELIEF AND CREDIT REPAIR SCHEME The Federal Trade Commission is mailing checks totaling more than $3.1 million to consumers who were victims of a student loan debt relief and credit repair scheme. Strategic Student Solutions (also doing business under other names) and its owner, Dave Green, settled FTC allegations that they charged consumers illegal upfront fees and falsely promised to reduce their student loan debt or monthly payments by enrolling them in student loan forgiveness or other programs.

The FTC also alleged that the defendants falsely promised to apply monthly payments to consumers’ student loans and to improve their credit scores and histories.

The FTC never requires people to pay money or provide account information to cash a refund check. If recipients have questions about the refunds, they should contact the FTC’s refund administrator, JND Legal Administration, at 1-888-304-0184.

HEALTH

BUSINESSES MOVE TO FILL GAPS IN THE MEDICAL SUPPLY CHAIN HanesBrands has joined a cooperative consortium of other major apparel manufacturers that are dedicating manufacturing capacity to meet the U.S need for masks during the COVID-19 crisis.

The company is producing cotton masks, approved by the FDA, for use when N-95 masks are not required or available.

Matt Hall, chief communications officer at HanesBrands, was featured on NPR to discuss the company’s ongoing efforts to combat COVID-19.

Visit hanesforgood.com/inthistogether/ to learn more about the initiative.

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BY TIA CAROL JONES

While COVID-19 continues to change the way people live, with stay-at-home orders being extended through April 30, as well as schools being closed until that time, family law attorneys are receiving calls for guidance to navigate child custody issues.

Attorney Lester Barclay is a family law attorney and the head of The Barclay Law Group, P.C., which has offices in Bronzeville and in the Loop. Barclay has been fielding some of these child custody calls.

“We’ve been getting calls about the safety and security of children going from one house to the other. And, whether or not one parent’s house is sanitized,” he said.

Barclay said the difference in parenting styles can create conflict. While one parent might be more careful, the other might be less vigilant.

“So, you have one parent that says the child is sick. And then, the other asks if that is certified by a doctor and the parents says, ‘no, that’s certified by me.’ So, we’re getting calls like that,” he said.

Barclay said another kind of call he has received concerns conflict arising as it relates to Spring Break and traveling.

“We have calls where parents have wanted to put their child on the plane and the other parent said, ‘no way is my child getting on a plane right now,’ “ he said.

But Barclay added there are other people who are taking advantage of the situation presented by the current COVID-19 crisis.

“There are a myriad of things we’re getting across the board where parents are afraid and some are actually taking advantage of the situation because they despise the other parent and this is an opportunity to get even,” he said.

Barclay said there are two different categories of people whom he deals with: People who are divorced and are divorcing, and people who have a child and they were never married.

“Divorced couples tend to be a little bit easier to deal with than sometimes the ones who just have a child together, because they create a different kind of challenge,” he said.

“They don’t have the foundational support for raising children together.”

Barclay added with divorced couples, there is more of a foundation and a level of accountability.

He said one of the things he tells parents is to be flexible.

LAW & POLITICS

DNC LAUNCHES DIVERSE MEDIA ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN The Democratic National Committee (DNC) recently launched a diverse media advertising campaign in 6 key battlegrounds (AZ, MI, NC, PA, FL, WI), beginning with ads highlighting Republicans’ broken promises on the issue of health care to voters of color. The DNC is beginning this campaign with a significant initial buy and will make an overall six-figure investment in minority-focused media outlets.

“Victory in 2020 will be won in Black and Brown communities throughout the country, and we cannot afford to take a single vote for granted,” said DNC Chair Tom Perez. “President Obama, Speaker Pelosi, and Democrats in Congress made access to health care a reality for millions of people, especially in communities of color, and Trump’s agenda has trampled on that progress. In a time where America is facing a pandemic, it is important for voters to remember who has their back when it comes to protecting and expanding access to health care. These investments in diverse media outlets are happening much earlier in the cycle than ever before and we will continue to engage voters where they are on this critical issue, as often as possible,” stated Perez. www.citizennewspapergroup.com

Attorney Lester Barclay is the head of the Barclay Law Group, P.C., and wrote the book, “The African-American Guide to Divorce & Drama: Breaking Up Without Breaking Down,” in 2013.

“All of this is fluid, right? And, you know, we’re all trying to kind of feel our way as we go along,” he said. “So, you know, don’t take a hard-line position: ‘This is my weekend, I demand that you bring the child to me.’ “ Barclay said parents should stay informed about the latest information for COVID-19.

“There are certain things you don’t need to argue about,” he said. “You would hope that a parent [who] is listening to the authorities will understand that the parks are closed, and you shouldn’t be taking the child on strolls to the park or to play basketball.”

He added if compromise and negotiations fail, to follow the court order adding, the time could also be used for parents who don’t have the best rapport to redirect some of that aggression, animosity and bitterness and try to find some common ground.

This may be a great opportunity for parents to come together in a time of crisis, he said, and for children to see that their parents are doing what is in their best interest.

“Children need to be reassured during this time of crisis that they’re going to be all right. And, they learn that model from their parents,” he said.

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NEWS “THIS IS A FUND TO SUPPORT ALL OF ILLINOIS: FROM CHICAGO TO CARBONDALE, CAIRO TO ROCKFORD. NO ONE IS IMMUNE TO THIS VIRUS — AND NOBODY SHOULD BE LEFT TO RECOVER WITHOUT HELP. WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS IF WE WORK TOGETHER AND STAND UP FOR ONE ANOTHER.” Gov. J.B. Pritzker

Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund Launches Governor JB Pritzker recently joined the United Way of Illinois and the Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations to announce the launch of the Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund (ICRF), a new statewide fundraising effort to support nonprofit organizations serving those whose lives have been upended by this pandemic.

“My team and I are incredibly grateful for all of the businesses, leaders and organizations who have stepped up to meet this moment,” said Governor JB Pritzker.

“This is a fund to support all of Illinois: from Chicago to Carbondale, Cairo to Rockford. No one is immune to this virus — and nobody should be left to recover without help. We will get through this if we work together and stand up for one another.”

Working with other local response efforts that have been created in recent days, the ICRF will focus on filling Illinois residents’ most basic needs, including: • Emergency food and basic supplies • Interim housing and shelter • Primary health care services • Utility and financial assistance • Supports for children and other vulnerable populations • Nonprofit safety and operations assistance The United Way of Illinois and Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations are operating the new fund, separately and independently from the state. It will be guided by a steering committee made up top leaders from the philanthropic, social service, civic and business communities from across the state and chaired by former U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker.

“As the Governor has said, there’s no more important work to do right now than protecting

our most vulnerable residents,” said Penny Pritzker, chairman of PSP Partners. “Illinois is blessed with strong local nonprofit organizations and community foundations that serve our state.

We applaud the Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations and the United Way of Illinois for stepping up in this time of great uncertainty. Their role is critical in this effort and leverages the strong capacity and expertise that already exists around the state in the form of their local affiliates.

In this moment of extraordinary demand, it’s imperative that these organizations have the resources they need to operate at the highest capacity. This vital emergency fund will support our fellow Illinoisans most in need, and do so quickly and effectively.”

The ICRF is launching with nearly $23 million in initial donations. In the upcoming weeks, the steering committee will evaluate and disburse funds to the initial wave of charitable organizations serving at-need communities across the entire state. All donations and distributions will be available to the public.

“The capacity of individuals and organizations to support each other during this unprecedented time is inspiring,” said Louise “Wegi” Stewart, manager of the Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations. “This is an all hands-on deck moment.

Illinois’ more than 35 community foundations and our stellar local United Way partners are proud to be a part of this important effort to ensure all corners of the state are helped by this response fund.

And we are well positioned to help ensure that this fund operates in coordination with other efforts underway.”

More information can be found at www.ilcovidresponsefund.org.

Company Subjected its Only Black Service Technician to a Hostile Work Environment, Agency Charged TGS Garage & Doors, a company that sells, installs and repairs garage doors and garage door openers in central New Jersey, will pay $55,000 and provide other relief to settle a race harassment lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the agency announced.

According to the EEOC’s suit, TGS subjected its only black service technician to racial harassment. His supervisor and co-workers made comments about his skin color, used racial slurs, and frequently made racist jokes.

In response to a racist comment made in a meeting in front of the general manager of the company, the general manager laughed rather than taking corrective action. The racist environment was egregious enough the technician was forced to resign, the EEOC said.

Such alleged conduct violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, which includes subjecting employees to a racially hostile work environment. The EEOC filed suit in U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey (EEOC v. Total Garage Solutions Limited Liability Company d/b/a TGS Garage & Doors, Civil Action No. 19-18965) after first attempting to reach a pre-litigation settlement through its voluntary conciliation process.

Under the three-year consent decree resolving the case,

TGS will pay $55,000 in back pay and damages to the technician. The company is also prohibited from allowing employees to be subject to a hostile work environment based on race. TGS will create an antidiscrimination policy and complaint procedure and will train its employees on federal antidiscrimination laws. The EEOC will be able to monitor TGS’s compliance with the consent decree for the length of its term.

“No one should have to work in an environment of casual racism,” said EEOC New York Regional Attorney Jeffrey Burstein. “We are pleased TGS has opted to resolve this suit without further litigation.”

EEOC’s New York Acting District Director Judy Keenan said, “All employers must ensure their workplace is free of racial discrimination and harassment.”

The EEOC’s New York District Office is responsible for processing discrimination charges, administrative enforcement and the conduct of agency litigation in New York, northern New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.

The EEOC advances opportunity in the workplace by enforcing federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.

More information is available at www.eeoc.gov.

Research Findings Presented During National Kidney Foundation’s Annual Spring Clinical Meetings The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) showcased three late-breaking studies to kidney professionals this week during their annual Spring Clinical Meetings, which were held this year as a live-virtual gathering due to the COVID-19 crisis.

“These three studies, taken together, exemplify the multidisciplinary, multistakeholder approach that makes our Spring Clinical Meetings unique,” said Kerry Willis PhD, NKF chief scientific officer. “This diversity in research subjects is what’s needed to improve the outcomes that matter

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most to people with kidney disease.”

The studies were chosen from among hundreds of other discoveries presented at the Spring Clinical Meetings. Learn more about the studies and the others presented by going here: https://www.kidney.org/ spring-clinical/abstracts In the United States, 37 million adults are estimated to have chronic kidney disease—and more than

90 percent are not aware of it. 1 in 3 American adults are at risk for chronic kidney disease. Risk factors for kidney disease include diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity and family history.

People of African American, Hispanic, Native American, Asian or Pacific Islander descent are at increased risk for developing the disease.

African Americans are 3 times more likely than Whites, and Hispanics are nearly 1.5 times more likely than non-Hispanics to develop end-stage renal disease (kidney failure).

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BUSINESS

Nasdaq Pledges Business and Philanthropic Support in Response to COVID-19

Wells Fargo Invests $1M in SaverLife and Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners to Disperse Financial Aid to Small Businesses Affected by COVID-19

Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ) recently announced its philanthropic support in response to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

With our global community experiencing this unprecedented time in history, Nasdaq, a global technology company serving the capital markets and other industries, is taking action to commit cash and in-kind donations totaling $6 million to COVID-19 response and relief efforts to provide immediate assistance to those who are most at risk.

“The COVID-19 pandemic reminds us that for all our perceived differences, what matters most is universal: taking care of the people in our communities who make our lives meaningful,” said Adena Friedman, president and chief executive officer, Nasdaq.

“As a responsible corporate citizen, we strongly believe Nasdaq can contribute in important ways to support our communities as we manage through these challenging times together. This means supporting government authorities and global health organizations in their response efforts, increasing our philanthropic support to organizations focused on supporting small businesses, and providing funds to groups working tirelessly on the front lines of this pandemic to keep our communities safe.”

As part of Nasdaq’s $6 million philanthropic commitment, a cash donation in total of $5 million will be provided to the following programs in an effort to offer immediate assistance to those impacted by COVID-19 including: the Opportunity Fund’s Small Business Relief Fund to support small business owners, a cornerstone of our economy; the World Central Kitchen’s #ChefsForAmerica relief efforts to provide meals to students, seniors, and vulnerable communities in need; and the World Health Organization’s COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund to help patients and frontline health workers get the care and essential supplies they need, while also accelerating efforts to develop COVID-19 vaccines, tests, and treatments.

SaverLife and Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners recently announced they have teamed up with the Wells Fargo Foundation to help disperse $1M in financial aid to vulnerable entrepreneurs and their employees who have been financially affected by the impact of COVID-19. The Wells Fargo grant will provide for $500 cash boosts coupled with the financial guidance needed to navigate tough financial choices. The financial aid will be available to 1,000 small business owners and their employees identified in partnership with nonprofit small business lender Opportunity Fund.

Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ) recently announced its philanthropic support in response to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition, Nasdaq will be seeking authority from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to temporarily suspend the price-based and shareholder equity rules for Nasdaq-listed companies for a period of time while companies navigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The company is also discussing with the SEC other temporary rule changes that would help listed companies adversely affected by these extraordinary global events.

Among other changes, Nasdaq will amplify their corporate clients’ philanthropic and Public Service Address efforts through their omni-channel advertising resources including outdoor, social, and digital campaigns via Twitter, Instagram, Nasdaq.com, and the Nasdaq MarketSite Tower in Times Square.

“I am incredibly proud to see the entire Nasdaq team rise to the challenge given this unprecedented time in our history. We are looking out for each other, we are staying focused on our mission, and we are continuing to support all those who rely on us to navigate the capital markets and beyond. Nasdaq was founded on the idea that people do not need to be in the same physical place to be part of the same community. This founding principle continues to drive us as we face the unexpected,” said Friedman.

How it Will Work The program will leverage SaverLife technology and TrustPlus financial coaching (via phone and text chat) to connect to small/micro business owners and their employees who are experiencing loss of income. SaverLife will provide a $500 emergency savings fund boost directly to the client through digital channels. All clients will have access to financial crisis coaching and a post-crisis savings fund to help rebuild depleted accounts.

A recent poll revealed that 18% of adults have lost their jobs or had hours cut, and that number jumps to 25% for people making less than $50,000.

Hourly-wage workers, especially employees and owners of small/micro businesses, face ongoing significant hardship from the loss of earnings due to COVID-19.

“The goal of this disbursement is to provide effective and rapid economic support to small business owners and hourly-wage workers,” said Jenny Flores, head of small business growth philanthropy at Wells Fargo. “We are looking at this effort as a pilot that we believe can be impactful in delivering much-needed relief and will continue to look at longer-term recovery aid.

SaverLife has the expertise to boost entrepreneurs in a time when they need it most.”

The harsh impact of COVID-19 is hitting working families hard. In addition to the catastrophic loss of income, expenses are rising as families find themselves caring for children out of school and stocking up on essentials as they

prepare for the worst.

“The priority is to get cash quickly to those who need it to replenish depleted savings accounts,” said Leigh Phillips, CEO of SaverLife. “Once the crisis abates, SaverLife and Neighborhood Trust will offer follow-up services to assist participants in getting back on their feet, including dollarfor-dollar savings matches up to $250 over six months to rebuild emergency funds and followup coaching sessions that are focused on debt reduction and savings. We thank Wells Fargo for recognizing the urgent and critical need for cash infusion for small business owners and their employees as COVID-19 continues to disrupt American lives.”

The choices people make when facing an unexpected loss in income can determine whether someone can bounce back quickly or suffer longterm economic hardship.

“By teaming with SaverLife, we’re able to link our expert financial coaching and vetted financial tools and products to empower small business owners and workers to make actionable steps that will help them through this crisis and put them on a path toward positive financial health,” said Justine Zinkin, CEO of Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners.

“So many small business owners are feeling the immediate impact of COVID-19 on their businesses. Revenue dried up overnight, and many have only two or three weeks of cash reserves to keep their business afloat and the 60 million American workers employed by small businesses on payroll,” said Luz Urrutia, CEO of Opportunity Fund. “Partnering with SaverLife and Neighborhood Trust to provide financial coaching and quick dispersal of cash to vulnerable workers at affected businesses will be essential to the longterm resilience of our Main Street entrepreneurs and their dedicated employees.”

For more on SaverLife, please visit: saverlife.org/ Visit the SaverLife blogs: saverlife.org/money-101 Follow SaverLife on Twitter: @wearesaverlife Visit SaverLife on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/ company/saverlife/

Maven Wave Certified as a Great Place to Work® Fourth Year In a Row For the fourth year in a row, Maven Wave has earned designation as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company based on employee feedback. According to Maven Wave’s Great Place to Work profile, 94% of Maven Wave’s employees say it’s a great workplace “compared to 59% of employees at a typical U.S.based company.”

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why Maven Wave consistently earns recognition from Great Place to Work®, our people and culture come up again and again,” said Jeff Lee, partner and founder at Maven Wave. “Building and maintaining an exceptional culture for rockstar talent has been our #1 goal from the beginning, and it’s the basis for all of our success. We’re very proud that our growing team continues to enjoy the collaborative, positive, supportive workplace environment that’s a part of Maven Wave’s DNA, and we thank them all for their immense contribution to our company culture.”

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Taking a Top Down Approach to Home Exterior Updates Family Features - Whether you want to boost the beauty of your home for your own enjoyment or you’re looking to sell in the near future, experts recommend taking a top-down approach to evaluate the outside of your home.

“When making updates to your home exterior, it’s helpful to think of how all the parts of the whole work together to create a unified look,” says Kate Smith, chief color maven with Sensational Color.

With that in mind, here are a few remodeling ideas to get you started: The Roof A new roof not only adds aesthetic appeal, it can add value too. Indeed, Remodeling’s Cost vs. Value 2020 report shows that a roof replacement can have a return-on-investment of over 60 percent.

Composite roofing is particularly durable, long-lasting and low-maintenance, and an all-around smart investment. Not only does a high-quality roof help home-sellers get foot traffic, but the low-maintenance aspect really resonates with house-hunters. An attractive, more

When making updates to your home exterior, it’s helpful to think of how all the parts of the whole work together to create a unified look.

affordable alternative to the real thing, the composite slate and shake roofing options available from manufacturers like DaVinci Roofscapes, for example, reduce pesky maintenance concerns, offering impact-, fire- and wind-resistance, as well as the peace of mind that comes with a strong warranty.

This is also a good choice for both those with a clear color palette in mind, and those who might need some direction, as free resources on the DaVinci Roofscapes site include a Color Visualizer offering users the ability to see how different colors may look on their home exteriors, as well as a variety of free e-books with project inspiration and advice. To learn more,

visit www.davinciroofscapes.com.

“Using these free color tools can be both fun and empowering,” says Smith. “They take the guesswork out of crafting a pleasing exterior color palette for the home and help create increased curb appeal.”

Siding If your home sports traditional siding, you may have noticed that the tiles contract and expand in fluctuating weather conditions and temperatures. What’s more, the color of these often-times thin and flimsy materials can fade quickly.

Rather than replacing siding with more of the same, consider composite siding built to resist impact, fire, mold, algae, insects, salt air and high winds. The hand-split shake siding available from DaVinci Roofscapes is made of virgin resins, UV and thermal stabilizers, plus a highly-specialized fire retardant.

Whether you add accent panels with composite siding or go for the whole

house, this can add a hassle-free aesthetic benefit to your home and boost its value.

Walkways Cracked or uneven walkways and steps are not only an eyesore, they can present a tripping hazard to you and guests. Evaluate whether it’s time to give yours an overhaul. Be sure to select low-maintenance materials that complement the look of the other elements of your exterior. This is a good time to consider lighting that adds drama to the walkway at night and makes for safer walking.

Sprucing up? Go for high-impact projects that boost curb appeal and add value to the home.

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FOOD

Raspberry Goodness from Morning to Night Family Features - From breakfasts to salads, desserts and beyond, fruit is unique in its ability to add both flavor and nutrition to family-favorite dishes. As you look for ways to incorporate produce in your family’s recipes, consider an option with a sweet-tart flavor and eye-catching color: red raspberries.

In the cool, marine climate of the Pacific Northwest, Washington state produces approximately 90% of the nation’s frozen red raspberry crop. Picked at the peak of ripeness

and frozen within hours of being harvested, flavor and nutrition are locked in to offer convenience and consistent quality out of the freezer section at most grocery stores, perfect for better-for-you desserts like Pecan-Topped Raspberry Cake and Red Raspberry WholeFruit Sorbet.

With a distinct flavor that works well in dishes from sweet to savory, red raspberries can add bright flavor and balance to recipes ranging from salads like Spinach and Frisee

Salad with Raspberry Pickled Onions and Raspberry Vinaigrette to a morning meal such as this Raspberry Coconut Smoothie Bowl.

Plus, 1 cup of the flavorful red fruit includes just 80 calories and contains 6 grams of fiber while providing 28% of the recommended daily allowance of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant.

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Red Raspberry Whole-Fruit Sorbet

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Toppings (optional): l shredded coconut l shaved dark chocolate l hazelnuts l chia seeds l edible flowers In blender, puree raspberries, banana, coconut milk and chia seeds until smooth. Mixture will be thick; ingredients may need pushed down to get blender going. If necessary, add more coconut milk.

Pour into two bowls. Garnish each with shredded coconut, shaved dark chocolate, hazelnuts, chia seeds and edible flowers, if desired.

2 cups frozen raspberries 1 large frozen banana l 2/3 cup light coconut milk l 1 tablespoon chia seeds

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