Judicial surety bonds have traditionally been perceived as instruments with fixed penalties, explicitly capping the surety’s liability to the bond’s face amount. This understanding has long provided a clear framework for sureties, principals, and obligees alike. Recent judicial interpretations have… Continue Reading →
We frequently remind our client TPAs, pension plan architects and plan sponsors of the importance of carrying a proper ERISA fidelity bond. Plan participants work hard for their employers and must enjoy the assurance that their contributions are safeguarded. The… Continue Reading →
Happy spring to all and, did you remember your surety bond renewal? Whether you’re a contractor, a business owner, or a professional in need of surety bonds, understanding the renewal process is crucial to maintaining compliance and ensuring ongoing operations…. Continue Reading →
The Surety Business After Supreme Court Decision on DEI presents a new risk management concern. In the case of Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President & Fellows of Harvard College and identical plaintiff v. University of North Carolina, No….. Continue Reading →
It appears that the State of Nevada will require a surety bond from private education loan lenders and servicers. Assembly Bill 332 amends Nevada Rev. Statutes Title 55 relating to Banks and Related Organizations, adding a new chapter regulating private… Continue Reading →
A focus on building strong relationships with clients and demonstrating your expertise in the field help insurance producers to write more surety business. Surety (especially “contract surety“) is a ‘relationship’ business. Here are some strategies to help you increase your… Continue Reading →
A personal representative bond (probate and fiduciary surety bond class) guarantees the diligent and honest conduct of the personal representative. State probate codes almost universally allow this appointed estate administrator to bill the estate for his or her services. Compensation… Continue Reading →
Undertaking construction projects in the City of Los Angeles can be complex and challenging. From acquiring the necessary permits to adhering to stringent regulations, builders, contractors and developers face numerous hurdles. One critical requirement that developers must fulfill is obtaining… Continue Reading →
A DC personal representative bond is required of probate administrators unless specifically waived. D.C. Code §20–502 is instructive. Subsection (a) clearly defines the requirement. “Unless excused from filing a fiduciary bond by the decedent’s will or written waiver of all… Continue Reading →
A North Carolina probate bond is required of applicants for a fiduciary role in the estate of deceased persons under specific circumstances. An administrator bond (or administratrix), executor bond and probate bond are synonymous within the fiduciary class of business…. Continue Reading →
An Ohio injunction bond is contemplated under Ohio Civ.R. 65. Pursuant to Section (C), A temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction is not operative until the party obtaining it gives an injunction bond executed by “sufficient surety”, approved by the clerk… Continue Reading →
An ERISA fidelity bond, with few exceptions, is required by federal law (ERISA) for the protection of plan assets from the dishonest acts of plan trustees. An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is not generally an exception. A hybrid of… Continue Reading →
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