Civil Court Case Appeals: Understanding the Process
The losing party in a civil court case can appeal the decision but is often required to secure an appeal bond. In an appellate court there is no jury—judges review the case for possible errors…
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Accelerating Public Works
Because of the pandemic, cities like New York are figuring out how to speed up the building process. Cutting out archaic, bureaucratic processes is becoming a must. The Status Quo Has Got To Go More…
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Growth Forecast: Data Center Construction
At work and at home, we are creating, analyzing and sharing more and more data at faster and faster speeds. Headed into 2021, new storage centers are in high demand. Data Creates Demand for Brick…
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Commercial Construction Outlook
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce finds reason for optimism with the release of the fourth quarter Commercial Construction Index (CCI). Most contractors anticipate the new year will bring sufficient new business, with one in…
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What’s a Trustee To Do: Facing Volatile Markets
A trustee must follow the prudent investor rule in managing the assets of a trust. Keep in mind: this is a process-based standard—not a performance-based one. Investing Trust Assets Volatile markets present unique challenges to…
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Protecting the Vulnerable: Fiduciary Duties and Bonds Explained
Protecting the Vulnerable: Fiduciary Duties and Bonds Explained When someone cannot make sound decisions for themselves, a court can appoint a fiduciary to do so. Often, courts require fiduciary bonds to protect “the ward.” Safeguarding…
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Protecting Veterans: COVID-19 Vaccines and More
It is estimated that 7 million veterans will want to receive the COVID-19 vaccination from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Plans are underway! Getting Started The VA will begin COVID-19 vaccinations with frontline health…
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Duty-Bound to Beneficiaries: Insights for Executors and Trustees
What happens when an estate or trust plan has been set up to continue the operations of a business beyond the owner’s death—but the business ultimately does not provide value to the beneficiaries? Prioritizing the…
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Winning Bids: $9.2 Billion
Federal funding has been dedicated to constructing rural broadband networks. The competitive bidding process spurred ambitious project plans from a diversity of companies. Competitive Bidding: Important Work A $9.2 billion commitment by the Federal Communications…
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