How A Construction Surety Claim Works

14 September 2020
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Whether you're a contractor or a customer, it's a good idea to understand how a surety claim for a construction project works. Let's break the process down into its stages so you can see what will happen. Determining a Cause of Action Most sureties are paid to cover intentional failures rather than negligence by contractors. For example, the work might be substandard, the contractor may have gone over the budget, or the contractor may have never finished the job. Read More 

Why Are Customs Regulations So Strictly Enforced?

3 June 2020
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Even folks who feel like veterans of the export/import world often can be surprised by just how regulated trade is. The government has plenty of reasons for being strict about what comes and goes from ports, but it's not always quick to explain why. Let's take a look at four reasons why you may have to navigate the customs system. Ecological Protection From crops to the plants in your backyard, the government has an interest in keeping the ecosystem safe from outside invasion. Read More 

Keys For Hiring A COVID-19 Medical Leave Lawyer

19 May 2020
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When you are dealing with the ramifications of COVID-19, it is important that you do everything in your power to address your financial life. It is particularly important to never let money get in the way of getting medical treatment if you happen to fall ill with the virus. To this end, you owe it to yourself to reach out to a few different lawyers that can assist you when you need to take medical leave. Read More