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Cyber for Plan Sponsors 11.20.2020

Legal Experts Implore Plan Sponsors: Protect The Data!

  Because retirement plans contain sensitive participant data, plan sponsors must step up efforts to protect it from cybersecurity threats. Legal experts urge more precautions. An Explosion of Data Breach Lawsuits As reported by PlanSponsor:…
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Legal Experts Implore Plan Sponsors: Protect The Data!
Court Bonds 11.19.2020

Understanding Probate Court and Probate Bonds

Many people have their first—and sometimes only—experience with the law in a probate court. Here is what to anticipate if you find yourself there—and in need of a probate bond as well. What Is Probate…
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Understanding Probate Court and Probate Bonds
ERISA 11.18.2020

Optimism for 2021: Rev Up Retirement Savings

With small and mid size business owners expressing optimism about 2021, retirement plan sponsors can jumpstart savings efforts for the long term security of employees. Small Businesses Lighting the Path As reported on PR Newswire:…
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Optimism for 2021: Rev Up Retirement Savings
Court Bonds 11.17.2020

The Importance of Appeal Bonds

If you lose a court case and are ordered to pay money to the winning party, an appeal bond can enable you to defer payment while you pursue your case in an appellate court. Staying…
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The Importance of Appeal Bonds
11.13.2020

Sign of Growth: $945 Million New Train Line Underway In Indiana

Inspired by big thinking and collaborative funding agreements, construction is underway on a $945 million commuter train line in Indiana. Making New Connections Toward construction of an 8-mile commuter train line—the West Lake Corridor Project—a…
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Sign of Growth: $945 Million New Train Line Underway In Indiana
Contract Surety 11.13.2020

Changes Coming for the Contractor Evaluation System At NYC MTA

The New York City Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is considering a revamp of the current evaluation system for contractors. How will everyone be satisfied? Dissatisfaction with the Current System Currently, contractors with $250,000 or more…
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Changes Coming for the Contractor Evaluation System At NYC MTA
ERISA 11.12.2020

Strengthen Your Small Business: Add a 401(k)

Just thinking about starting a 401(k) plan can sound daunting to small business owners—especially during this economically challenging time. Actually, however the rewards could put the business ahead and plenty of experts can help you…
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Strengthen Your Small Business: Add a 401(k)
ERISA 11.12.2020

Final Rule on Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments

Plan sponsors: take note! The U.S. Department of Labor has established new regulatory guidelines related to your fiduciary duties when selecting investments for 401(k) and other defined-contribution plans. Select Investments Based On Financial Returns and…
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Final Rule on Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments
Court Bonds 11.12.2020

Naming an Executor To Carry Out Your Will

When you make plans for your loved ones and assets, ensure your intentions are carried out properly by carefully choosing an executor for your will. Understanding the Role of An Executor If you are establishing…
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Naming an Executor To Carry Out Your Will