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The Best Way to Find Out Which Type of Surety Bond You Need 1024 681 Patrick J. Thomas Agency

The Best Way to Find Out Which Type of Surety Bond You Need

Surety is a large industry because there are different bonds for many court cases and financial situations. There isn’t a single surety bond that encompasses all cases, which is why it’s important to know which type of bond you are looking for before you start the process. Not sure where…

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The High Costs of Surety Bond Mistakes

Even a simple surety bond mistake can be costly, resulting in anything from failed appeals to dismissed cases and even wasted time and money. If you want to get the right bond approved quickly and without any of the headaches involved, avoid these costly surety bond mistakes. Not Knowing Which…

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Surety Bonds for Small Businesses

Small businesses in many instances are required to have surety bonds. The types of companies that are required to purchase a surety bond can vary from state to state and even from business to business. There are also certain industries in which bonds are generally required. Businesses that work in…

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What Surety Agencies Provide that Insurance Companies Can’t

While you have options when looking to obtain a surety bond, there is no better place to go than a specialized surety agency. It is possible to obtain surety bonds through commercial insurance companies, but the experience and service you will receive by working with an agency is something you…

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Questions to Ask Your Attorney About Surety Bonds

Obtaining a surety bond can be confusing, but by working with your attorney and an experienced surety bond agency, you can move through the process with little trouble. If you are new to the process, start by asking your attorney these questions. What Type of Surety Bond Do I Need?…

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How 3D Printing Could Cause an Increase in Temporary Injunctions

Since the first patent was issued in the US in 1790 — to Samuel Hopkins for a process of making potash — there have been lawsuits involving infringements on intellectual property. These have led to countless injunctions being filed over the years. Although the essential definition of intellectual property has…

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What Are the Responsibilities of a Representative Payee?

A representative payee is a person or organization who has been appointed to help beneficiaries manage their benefits. Representative payees can be appointed through the Social Security Administration (SSA) or the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA). The most common representative payee is a family member or close friend. If that…

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What to Do When You Suspect Vulnerable Adult Abuse

It can be difficult to face a situation where a vulnerable family member or friend is suffering abuse or being taken advantage of. If you are in a conservatorship agreement, there are many things that you can do to help a protected person and report the situation to the proper…

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How to Save Money by Lowering Your Bond Costs

Attorneys must be proactive when it comes to securing bonds for their clients. This will help them decrease the amount of time it takes them to become approved and limit the costs that are associated with securing the bond. While surety bond costs cannot be drastically changed, they can be…

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Tips for Conservators in Minnesota

Applying for conservatorship in Minnesota is a process that is filled with rules, regulations and paperwork. Attorneys can help their clients through the process by giving them the following tips to keep them on track and to make sure that they are following state laws. Use Online Minnesota Resources The…

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