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Temporary Restraining Order Bonds

Temporary Restraining Order Bonds

A Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) is issued by a judge to restrain one party from engaging in some act. A temporary restraining order bond is a court bond filed by plaintiffs to protect the defendant from damages if the TRO was wrongfully issued. A TRO bond can...

How the EVER GIVEN grounding affects NVOCCs

How the EVER GIVEN grounding affects NVOCCs

Written by Conway Marshall  Last month’s grounding in the Suez Canal of the massive containership EVER GIVEN has put the world’s spotlight on shipping and logistics.  As of this publication, the ship is floating again; however, it remains at anchor in a nearby lake...

Garageman’s Lien: Bonding Your Way Back

Garageman’s Lien: Bonding Your Way Back

In its simplest, big rigs generate revenue when wheels are spinning, and they run up costs when parked.  Money is made when cargo is moving; however, wrecks, engine failure, or other casualties might require an employed unit be towed to a service station for repairs. ...