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Court Bonds 06.10.2020

Iowa’s Adult and Minor Conservatorships Law: What You Need to Know

The Iowa Legislature passed the House File 610 last year, transforming the way conservatorships for minor children and adults are handled in the state. The novel law, which took effect January 1st of this year,…
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Iowa’s Adult and Minor Conservatorships Law: What You Need to Know
ERISA 06.10.2020

401(k) Plan Administrators: Beware of Increasing Identity Fraud

According to Javelin Strategy & Research’s 2020 Identity Fraud Report, digital criminals are targeting the financial services industry and their devastating tactics will negatively impact customers throughout the next 12 months. The study amplifies that…
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401(k) Plan Administrators: Beware of Increasing Identity Fraud
Court Bonds 06.10.2020

LA County Courthouses Reopen Following COVID-19 Shutdown

Six courthouses across Los Angeles County opened their doors Friday following extended closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Per the L.A. Superior Court, courthouses that have opened are: The Governor George Deukmejan Courthouse; The Hollywood…
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LA County Courthouses Reopen Following COVID-19 Shutdown
ERISA 06.09.2020

Colorado’s Savings Plan Offers Employer Mandate

Colorado is expected to join states across the country in having a state-sponsored retirement savings plan for private sector employees, including a mandate for employers with greater than five workers that do not provide a…
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Colorado’s Savings Plan Offers Employer Mandate
Cyber for Plan Sponsors 06.09.2020

Safeguard Your Remote Workplace with Cyber Liability Insurance

A cyber-attack can not online bring your remote workforce to its knees, but damage your company for years to come. Operational continuity is paramount for establishments at the peak of fruitfulness, and during this pandemic,…
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Safeguard Your Remote Workplace with Cyber Liability Insurance
Contract Surety 06.09.2020

Construction Employment Surges in May

Last month, the construction industry created 464,000 net new jobs, the greatest monthly jump in construction jobs yet and a dramatic improvement from April, which recorded the industry’s largest month-over-month job loss. Per an Associated…
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Construction Employment Surges in May
ERISA 06.09.2020

Ohio Bill Legislation Creates Defined Benefit Plans

The Ohio House of Representatives crafted a defined benefit plan for workers of private sector employers. It is the first state proposal using a DB plan instead of a defined contribution plan. Introduced on May…
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Ohio Bill Legislation Creates Defined Benefit Plans
License & Permit Bonds 06.08.2020

New Jersey Enters Stage 2 of Reopening Process

The Garden State is officially diving into Phase Two of its reopening plan, “The Road Back: Restoring Economic Health Through Public Health,” with Governor Phil Murphy presenting new guidelines for the recovery procedure. Per NJ.Gov,…
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New Jersey Enters Stage 2 of Reopening Process
Surety Bonds 06.08.2020

New York Temporarily Allows Notaries Use Audio-Video Technology

Amid the current pandemic, states are modifying their rules to better adjust to the temporary work-from-home standard. Per an order dated May 28, 2020, the utilization of audio-visual technology for notarization and witnessing is allowed…
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New York Temporarily Allows Notaries Use Audio-Video Technology