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What is the difference between the Administrator of an Estate and an Executor of an Estate?
(And why they both should be bonded) A short answer is that an Executor (Executrix if a female) is the person whom is named in the Will to take charge...
Would a crime policy cover this?
A Strange way of stealing Gold from the Royal Canadian Mint. Via the Anus?! The case against Leston Lawrence, 35, in an Ottawa courtroom presided over by Justice...
The case of Prince, and when is an executor bond required?
Prince Rogers Nelson, the legendary American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer died unexpectedly on April 21st 2016. He was married twice and has no known surviving children. Prince’s...
Appeal Bonds: to post a bond or deposit with the courts?
In a Civil Case when an appeal bond is required by the judge, the principle has the option of getting a surety bond or depositing cash in the amount of...
Employment Agency Bonds
Any business charging a fee to place workers needs an employment agency bond. What it covers, who it protects, and state requirements.
Public & Independent Adjuster Bonds
Public and independent insurance adjusters must be licensed and bonded in many states. What the bond guarantees, NY specifics, and how to apply.
Lost Instrument Surety Bond for Stocks, COOP, Checks, Notes
We all have done it, Lost or destroyed important papers, or had them stolen from us. Before a replacement of a lost Stock Certificate, COOP certificate, Check and Bank...
Dishonesty Bonds for Art Galleries
In a scene from the 1937 movie “Good Morning Boys,” Mark Daly and Lilli Palmer swap the real Mona Lisa for a copy. Hulton Archive/Getty Images Recently I...
Second Hand Dealer Compliance Bond
Who Must Have a Secondhand Dealer General License? A person or business that buys or sells used goods, other than automobiles and firearms, in New York City must...
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