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Staying informed on the latest legal case filing developments involving COVID-19 can help businesses make better, strategic business decisions during these challenging times. Through an in-depth research and analysis of case trends—including tracking cases filed in 2,613 state and 148 federal courts from March 1, 2020 to August 16, 2020—the nature of the cases that substantively involve COVID-19 claims indicate that insurance and contract claims are at the top, with employment, civil rights, and tort claims following.

Dealing with COVID-19 remains an uphill slog. However, markets have demonstrated a mixture of confidence and belief. But a V-shaped recovery is not expected. For an investor, this means being realistic about return expectations while being aware of the long-term issues underpinning markets. Inside this report we look at the economic outlook as global economies try to get back on their feet. It is also a good time to understand why strategic asset allocation and ESG investment are central to the ascent.

Getting divorced is not only a highly emotional, it can also be complicated and challenging. Depending on your life stage, your family situation, and your life priorities, there will be different financial considerations. Whether you are financially savvy or have little experience in handling your finances, you will benefit from working through your many options with an experienced advisor. Tania Slade, National Director for Wealth Planning at BMO, shares tips to help you make better decisions during the divorce process.

Despite hard times for the broader economy, investors fared surprisingly well throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. What should they do now that the big R has arrived?

During COVID-19 it’s important that successful individuals and families know what their current day risks are and how they can be protected. In breaking down some of those risks—from preserving million-dollar art collections to mitigating cyber attacks and reviewing your insurance plan—you can implement a plan that adjusts to the new normal.

Despite the challenging environment of COVID-19 and social unrest, having a sound framework can empower you to make wise financial wealth decisions. Good financial health does not keep markets from going down or being volatile, but it does allow portfolios to weather those storms without suffering lasting harm. The key is maintaining proper perspective and focus through comprehensive planning and sound habits.

How much to spend is an essential question for foundations, and one of the most complex, particularly in moments of change or turmoil. This Strategy Guide invites you to reflect more deeply on how your foundation chooses to balance four factors—purpose, conditions and trends, time horizons, and assets for mission—especially in times of greater crisis or opportunity. It leaves the final decision to you, without judgment for your payout amount, lifespan, or mission.

Although there is no true end-to-end encryption for securing Zoom meetings, there are a few simple measures and setting guidelines you can take to help make them more secure.

There are parallels between the economic impact of COVID-19 and that of the 1918 flu pandemic—but how do they stack up from a market perspective?

Diversity of perspective is a key element in deciding how to balance business risks and opportunities. For investors, companies, and employees alike, diversity makes a difference—but it takes data to know how much work is ahead.