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01.13.2021

Guardians and Vaccine Decisions

How should court-appointed guardians handle decisions about the COVID-19 vaccine with their wards? Experts advise: apply the substituted judgment standard. Focus On The Ward’s Wishes and Values Carefully and respectfully making important decisions on behalf…
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Guardians and Vaccine Decisions
Surety Bonds 01.13.2021

Lift Off: Elevating Public Spaces

Across the country, state leaders are laying out plans and dollars for spaces that are functional and uplifting. Here is an example from New York City. More Park Space—and Infrastructure Solutions Too Since the High…
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Lift Off: Elevating Public Spaces
License & Permit Bonds 01.12.2021

Lighting It Up: Electricians In Demand

  Employment opportunities for electricians are bound for growth. Wiring is essential to homes and businesses, and with all the disruption and innovation underway, who doesn’t need an electrician? The Math Is Easy  Here’s one…
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Lighting It Up: Electricians In Demand
Court Bonds 01.12.2021

An Appeal for Clarity: Consumers Win in Appellate Court

An Appeal for Clarity: Consumers Win in Appellate Court  Is “100% Grated Parmesan Cheese” false advertising? Yes, said the Seventh Circuit Court, giving the appellants—consumers—a win.  Deciphering The Labels  What are consumers expected to reasonably…
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An Appeal for Clarity: Consumers Win in Appellate Court
ERISA 01.07.2021

Booming Times for Cyber Criminals Continue

2020 was a great year—for cybercriminals. Security experts predict this unfortunate trend will continue and suggest priorities for our attention. Home Environments: Not As Secure As Corporate Networks At Ernst and Young, an expert warns…
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Booming Times for Cyber Criminals Continue
Surety Bonds 01.07.2021

Building Optimism: Anticipating a Dynamic 2021

Despite—and perhaps because of—bumps in the road, the construction industry anticipates a busy and productive year ahead. Reasons For Hope Amidst Challenges Turning the corner into 2021, the challenges of the pandemic and economy continue…
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Building Optimism: Anticipating a Dynamic 2021
Surety Bonds 01.07.2021

Bound for Growth: Home Construction Businesses

With the demand for homes outpacing inventory, now’s a great time to start or expand your contracting business. Understanding the New Demand for Housing In 2020, many people discovered they didn’t need to be close…
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Bound for Growth: Home Construction Businesses
ERISA 01.07.2021

A Resolution for Plan Sponsors: High Expectations

Mergers and acquisitions are changing the marketplace of 401(k) plan service providers. Plan sponsors are advised to have high expectations. Expect Robust Products and Services Although the mergers and acquisitions among service providers in the…
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A Resolution for Plan Sponsors: High Expectations
ERISA 01.07.2021

Sound Beginnings for Plan Sponsors in 2021

  The turning of the years is an important time for plan sponsors to hit pause and ensure that the policies and operations of their retirement plans are sound. Review Basic Plan Policies and Operations…
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Sound Beginnings for Plan Sponsors in 2021