How long does it take to obtain a surety bond? Is there any way to speed up the process? These are two of the most common questions asked by those looking to obtain a bond for their case. Whether you need a surety bond for an appeal or injunction, a…
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If you are moving to Minnesota and are acting as a fiduciary as part of a conservatorship or guardianship, it is possible to transfer your status as a conservator or guardian from your current state to one in Minnesota. The process isn’t overly complicated, but it involves navigating the legal…
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When obtaining and working with surety bonds, one thing every person should look out for is fraud. Being the victim of surety bond fraud not only means you lose out on the funds you use to acquire the bond, it can also lead to catastrophic consequences if your bond is…
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An attachment bond is a type of surety bond that courts generally require when dealing with a writ of attachment. It’s often the case that a party or person will be required to obtain one of these bonds in order for the writ to be accepted by the court. Timing…
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A special needs trust is a special type of trust that people can set up in order to help secure the financial integrity of a protected person. This differs from a conservatorship, which is a position that a person can take in order to manage the financial assets of a…
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As a conservator or guardian, you hold a special responsibility to the person whose assets and major decisions that you control. This makes stepping down from being a conservator or guardian an incredibly difficult decision. Some people feel stuck in the position out of obligation for their duties, but this…
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When it comes to trusts, there are many options, two of which are special needs trusts and supplemental needs trusts. Despite their similar sounding names, they are different, but over time the supplemental needs trust has become less common and the two terms are commonly mixed. If you are looking…
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When it comes to surety bonds and commercial insurance, one term that many struggle with is ERISA bonds. What do they do? Who do they protect? How can they be obtained? These are some of the questions that quickly spring to mind. While the process of obtaining ERISA insurance is…
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Choosing to place a loved one in a nursing home is never an easy decision and trying to find the right nursing home can be even more of a chore. Between the price, location and the amenities offered, choosing the right facility takes a lot of consideration and time. Once…
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Can a guardian or conservator be replaced after they are appointed? Can they step down, relinquish their duties to a protected person or estate, or find another person to replace them? The answer to all of these questions is “yes”. If you are a protected person, you can, under certain…
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