ENJOY YOUR FAVORITE FILMS EARLIER STREAMING SERVICES CHANGE THE FACE OF ENTERTAINMENT
The way we watch our favorite shows and movies has
One of the most anticipated early releases under this new system is “Hamilton.” This hit Broadway show has drawn thousands of people to the theater since its debut in 2015. A stage performance of “Hamilton” was filmed in 2016 in just over three days. The resulting movie creates an opportunity for everyone to see the show, whether or not they were able to catch it live on stage. Disney bought the rights to the film last year and announced this February that it would be released on Oct. 15, 2021, in theaters. However, due to the pandemic, Disney decided that what people needed most was something they could enjoy, even if they couldn't leave their homes. On May 12, the studio announced the film would be available to stream on Disney+ starting on the July Fourth holiday. “Hamilton” fans and those who’ve never seen the play are thrilled to watch the film 16 months in advance of the originally scheduled release. Streaming services have changed how people consume their entertainment, and the pandemic has changed how streaming services offer it. Both changes are helping people get through these difficult times.
changed drastically in recent years and even more so this year. With the pandemic impacting the world, people found themselves stuck inside their homes looking for new sources of entertainment, and many found exactly what they were looking for through the numerous streaming services available to us. The pandemic made time for people to watch their favorite shows again and again, and it also changed the way businesses, such as Disney and Universal Studios, release their movies. Throughout the spring, many movies were released early and some skipped theater showings all together. “Trolls: World Tour” was released through video-on-demand and earned nearly $100 million in rental fees on its April 10 debut, grossing far more than the first “Trolls” movie debut in 2016. Other movies, such as “Onward” and “Frozen II,” were released early on different digital platforms for purchase or rent.
NEW REGULATIONS DAY CARE FACILITIES MUST FOLLOW PUT YOUR KID’S CARE FIRST
At Finney Injury Law, one of our specialized areas of practice is child care and day care injury. These facilities can be wonderful places for your child to learn and grow before entering a regular school setting, so long as they adhere to specific regulations laid down by the state in order to keep the children under their care safe. As regular schools head back into session, many day care centers will likely be reopening, too, so if you're a parent with a child enrolling in day care, be sure you’re aware of all the guidelines they now have to follow. As of late May, the state of Missouri has implemented specific regulations that are largely still intact for most counties across the state, and day care facilities must adhere to them. The health department has updated its “Childcare Reopening Guidance” to include the following:
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Intensifying cleaning and disinfection efforts
• Modifying child drop-off and pick-up procedures
• Providing an adequate ratio of staff to children to ensure safety
• Recruiting those with child care experience to fill out a roster of substitute caregivers who can fill space left by sick staff members or those staying home to care for sick family
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment, including cloth or surgical face masks
The plans and instructions for implementing the above regulations include many suggestions and details you can learn more about by visiting STLCorona.com. If you notice anything unusual at your child’s day care facility, or if your child has suffered an injury during their time spent there, call our office to see how we can help.
• Screening children upon arrival at the facility for any signs of illness
• Developing and maintaining social distancing strategies
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